About traffic rules concerning electric kickboard

　From July 1, 2023, of the laws that amend a part of the Road Traffic Law, the provisions on the traffic method of specific small motorized bicycles (electric kickboards, etc.) were enforced.
　To protect yourself and others' lives, be sure to correctly understand and comply with the traffic rules to be followed. Also, wear a riding helmet.

※This section describes the electric kickboard that corresponds to a specific small motorized bicycle.

　A driver's license is not required to drive an electric kickboard, but those under the age of 16 are not allowed to drive an electric kickboard. It is also forbidden to provide electric kickboards to those under 16 who may drive electric kickboards.

　Do not drive the electric kickboard when you drink alcohol. In addition, we will provide electric kickboards for those who are drunk and may be drunk, provide alcoholic beverages to those who may drive drunk driving, Do not recommend. 　

　Electric kickboard drivers are obliged to wear a riding helmet. It is very important to protect your head to reduce the damage caused by traffic accidents. To protect your life, wear a riding helmet.

　Electric kickboards must not be a two-seater.

　In order to use the electric kickboard safely, it is necessary to check it yourself before boarding. If there is a problem, do not get on the bus and start the maintenance.
In addition, let's go to dealers regularly to have them inspect and maintain. Do not drive an electric kickboard that does not conform to the standards stipulated by the Road Transport Vehicle Law.

　Drivers are obliged to follow signs such as signals and pauses. Any violations will be subject to crackdown.

　When turning right at an intersection with a traffic light, you must stop at the left end of the road and slow down along the side end of the intersection.

　Do not block pedestrian traffic when passing by pedestrians or crossing pedestrian crossings.

　Hold the handle with both hands firmly and look in front of you. It is a violation to look at the screen of your smartphone or drive while talking.

　Yokohama City has designated areas where bicycles are not allowed to be left around the railway station. Electric kickboards (*) left in the area are also eligible for movement to the storage area.
※Electric kickboard with a white license plate

　The National Police Agency has released a traffic safety video summarizing the safe use of electric kickboards (specified small motorized bicycles).
Take a look before driving the electric kickboard and follow the traffic rules to prevent traffic accidents.

　The Kanagawa Prefectural Police has released a traffic safety video to safely use electric kickboards (specified small motorized bicycles).
Before you drive the electric kickboard, see it and understand correctly.