New rules for bikers in Japan – level 1

New rules for bikers in Japan

06-04-2026 15:00

Japan has new rules for bicycles. Many people ride bikes in Japan. Sometimes it is dangerous.

Now, the police are watching. You cannot use your phone on a bike. You cannot hold an umbrella in the rain. If you break a rule, you must pay money. This money is called a fine. The police want to help people who are walking. One woman has a collision with a bike. Her shoulder still hurts. These new rules are for everyone who is 16 years or older. People must be careful and follow the signs.

Difficult words: dangerous (not safe), umbrella (a tool which you hold over your head when it rains), collision (a crash).

You can watch the original video in the Level 3 section.

What two items are cyclists no longer allowed to use while riding under the new rules?

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