Pass Your Japan Driving Test First Time
Free practice exam with 497 realistic TRUE/FALSE questions. The new 50-question format crashed the pass rate from 92% to 17%. Don't be one of the 83% who fail.
📉 Pass Rate Collapsed: 92% → 17%
In October 2025, Japan changed from 10 questions to 50 questions with 90% pass rate. Most applicants now fail. Our 497 practice questions cover every topic you need to know.
How It Works
1. Study Topics
Review 22 topics with TRUE/FALSE questions. Each question explains the specific Japanese traffic rule.
2. Take Practice Exams
Simulate the real test: 50 questions, 30 minutes, 90% to pass. Or try a 10-question Quick Quiz.
3. Track Progress
Monitor accuracy, streaks, XP, and topic mastery. Know exactly when you are exam-ready.
Study by Topic
Traffic Rules
Basic traffic laws, drive on LEFT, legal requirements
23 questionsRoad Signs
Japanese signs, inverted triangle STOP sign, road markings
23 questionsTraffic Signals
Red/green/yellow, green arrows, flashing signals, police hand signals
23 questionsSpeed Limits
60km/h general, 100km/h expressway, 30km/h moped
23 questionsIntersections
Right-of-way, LEFT vehicle priority at equal intersections
23 questionsOvertaking
Pass on right, no overtaking zones, 30m rule near crossings
23 questionsParking & Stopping
Parking vs stopping rules, distance requirements
23 questionsPedestrians & Cyclists
Pedestrian crossing rules, school zones, cyclist safety
23 questionsRailway Crossings
Always full stop, look both ways, no gear shifting on crossing
22 questionsExpressway Driving
Min 50km/h, acceleration lane merging, breakdown procedures
22 questionsNight Driving
Headlights, tunnels, high/low beam rules
22 questionsWeather Conditions
Rain, snow, fog, hydroplaning, black ice
22 questionsVehicle Maintenance
Daily checks, tires, oil, coolant, inspection stickers (shaken)
22 questionsEmergency Procedures
110 police, 119 fire/ambulance, accident response
23 questionsDrunk Driving
Zero tolerance in Japan, penalties, passenger responsibility
23 questionsSeatbelts & Child Seats
All passengers, child seats under 6
22 questionsTwo-Wheeled Vehicles
Moped 30km/h max, two-step right turn, helmet required
23 questionsLarge Vehicles
Blind spots, inner-wheel difference on turns, towing
22 questionsDriving Posture & Fatigue
Seat adjustment, mirrors, steering technique, fatigue
22 questionsBraking & Stopping Distance
Reaction + braking distance, speed relationship
23 questionsSpecial Vehicles
Emergency vehicles, bus priority, streetcar rules
22 questionsInsurance & Legal
Compulsory insurance, licence categories, novice/elderly marks
23 questionsKey Japan-Specific Rules Foreigners Get Wrong
These are the rules that differ most from other countries. Learn them well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the official Japanese driving test?
No. This is a free practice tool for the gaimen kirikae knowledge test. The actual test is at your local driving licence center.
How many questions on the real test?
Since October 2025, the test has 50 TRUE/FALSE questions with a 30-minute time limit. You need 90% (45/50) to pass.
What changed in October 2025?
The test went from 10 questions to 50 questions with a 90% pass rate requirement. The pass rate collapsed from 92.5% to approximately 17-42%.
Is this practice free?
Yes, completely free. No sign-up or payment required. All 497 practice questions are available at no cost.
Do I drive on the left or right in Japan?
Japan drives on the LEFT. This is opposite to China, Vietnam, Philippines, Nepal, and most other countries. The steering wheel is on the right side.
What is the gaimen kirikae process?
Gaimen kirikae converts your foreign licence to a Japanese one. Requirements: valid foreign licence, proof of driving 3+ months in the issuing country, written knowledge test, and practical driving test.
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