Transport
What to Do When You Are in a Traffic Accident
July 16, 2026
This article explains what to do when you are involved in a traffic accident. It covers the key steps from stopping your vehicle to contacting emergency services and getting medical attention. It also explains how to obtain an official traffic accident certificate.
**Stop Your Vehicle**
- If an accident occurs, stop your vehicle immediately and make sure you are safe.
**Call Emergency Services or the Police**
- If necessary, call emergency services (119 for ambulance/fire, 110 for police).
**See a Doctor**
- If you are injured, please see a doctor as soon as possible.
**Apply for a Traffic Accident Certificate**
- Follow the required procedures to obtain official proof of the accident.
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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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