Transport
Traffic Rules Every Pedestrian Should Know
July 16, 2026
Learn the important rules to keep yourself safe while walking. Following these rules helps protect both pedestrians and drivers on the road.
In Japan, pedestrians are also required to follow certain rules.
**Where pedestrians should walk**
- If there is a sidewalk, always walk on the sidewalk.
- If there is no sidewalk, walk along the edge of the road.
**How to cross the road**
- Cross the road at a pedestrian crossing or a place with traffic signals.
- When the signal is red, always stop.
**Walking on the road at night**
- Wear bright-colored clothing or reflective materials to let drivers know you are there.
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Source: Immigration Services Agency of Japan "Life and Work Guidebook" 第8版
https://www.moj.go.jp/isa/support/portal/guidebook_all.html
This article was reorganized by ＳＩＡデジタルテクノロジー株式会社 based on the above source.
※This language version is a machine translation from the Japanese version (ＳＩＡデジタルテクノロジー株式会社).
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