some of these are very hard to avoid, especially the bike coming from behind the bus. I mean a driver can't see through walls lol. the driver in that scenario can't see the side of the bus until the front of the car is practically done with the turn...
I think ideally in that scenario the driver sees there's a traffic jam blocking their visibility beyond the bus. So, they make that turn and approach very slowly and then once they can see both ways clearly, they continue and finish the turn onto the new street. It's a lot like when you exit a business' driveway or you're on a steep uphill road approaching an intersection where you can't see both ways until you're right at the most dangerous point. So you've gotta just drive slowly until your visibility clears and you can continue when it's safe.
Recently an old man in his bicycle also show up from nowhere, luckily the car have pedestrian sensor , it steer and stop it in good distance . Super recommend!
The video also shows how turning left without looking behind you can lead to an accident. The fact that someone might be there, whether it be a scooter or a cyclist makes it necessary to ensure that it is safe for you and others to turn left.
@@enriqueamaya6351 Exactly, the one who is turning has the responsibility to check if he crosses someone. Otherwise anyone who drives straight needs to constantly worry about other people making turns and that would be stupid. Someone also mentioned overtaking on the left lane, when this is not an overtaking problem, since the car is turning. But i have to agree on one thing, that is, overtaking on the left side shouldnt be allowed
That's simply not true. maybe where you are, but in many places the rule is that bikes, and other 2 wheel vehicles can overtake on the inside, so that they're not forced out into traffic. That's why the driving schools hammer into your head to always check carefully you mirrors when turning also to that side. This accident was 100% the fault of the driver for not checking their mirrors.
Okay the whole video is basically how to drive not how to drive in Japan, but I have a serious question.. those scooters overtaking from the left... do they have any priority or right to overtake in such situations shown or was it them actually causing the accident?
The situation varies depending on the specific conditions such as whether the scooter was attempting to pass by changing lanes or without changing lanes and whether the car had its left turn indicator on or off. ◯ Overtaking from the left side of the vehicle without changing lanes (except when the vehicle is attempting to turn left) × Changing lanes in order to overtake from the left side of the vehicle In the case of an accident between a motorcycle going straight and a car turning left, the percentage of fault is typically higher on the side of the car, but if the accident occurred after the car had already changed course , the percentage of fault is higher on the side of the motorcycle.
@@robhollamby360 As do many other countries, like Scotland, Ireland, Pakistan and India. Many of them adopted left-side driving because of English colonialism.
Are you referring to the 2:30~? This accident occurred at a traffic intersection with a green light, and it is actually legal for cars to turn right and motorcycles to go straight. However, the side going straight has priority (in this case, the motorcycle has priority), so cars need to be extra careful to turn right.
I grew up in a country where there are a lot of motorcyclists who are.... let's say not really informed with the dos and do nots of the road, so I'm always alert on the road, especially when I'm turning because in my country, majority of the accidents are caused by motorcycle drivers.
thankyou for sharing. i was amazed by some of the accidents, a lot of it is common sense. i was wondering about the traffic light that was the red circle and green arrow. i want to be able to drive in the country side of japan, but i probably wont drive in the city because public transport is great. I'm from Australia, we drive on the left, so it should be fine :)
hey I'm wondering how did you go about driving over there? I'm from Australia as well and will be travelling to Japan next month, I'm planning to rent a car and drive in a country side part, any tips at all?
@@Synbronzehey your post is 9 months ago, did u ended up driving there and if yes was it easy like here in australia? Planning to go and rent a car there as well
People in the comments are missing the point. Good drivers are people who can stay safe DESPITE other people breaking the rules. If you just plow into people who break the law, you are still part of the problem.
some of these are very hard to avoid, especially the bike coming from behind the bus. I mean a driver can't see through walls lol. the driver in that scenario can't see the side of the bus until the front of the car is practically done with the turn...
I think ideally in that scenario the driver sees there's a traffic jam blocking their visibility beyond the bus. So, they make that turn and approach very slowly and then once they can see both ways clearly, they continue and finish the turn onto the new street. It's a lot like when you exit a business' driveway or you're on a steep uphill road approaching an intersection where you can't see both ways until you're right at the most dangerous point. So you've gotta just drive slowly until your visibility clears and you can continue when it's safe.
Thank you for making a video about road safety ! 🔰
Recently an old man in his bicycle also show up from nowhere, luckily the car have pedestrian sensor , it steer and stop it in good distance . Super recommend!
Very detailed animation, it's helpful!
Scooters shouldn't overtake on the left-hand side. Overtaking should only be in on the right.
@@naturelover2765 Ridiculous. You should never overtake on the left side.
@@naturelover2765 Again, it's ridiculous. The video clearly shows what can happen due to these rules.
The video also shows how turning left without looking behind you can lead to an accident. The fact that someone might be there, whether it be a scooter or a cyclist makes it necessary to ensure that it is safe for you and others to turn left.
@@enriqueamaya6351 Exactly, the one who is turning has the responsibility to check if he crosses someone. Otherwise anyone who drives straight needs to constantly worry about other people making turns and that would be stupid. Someone also mentioned overtaking on the left lane, when this is not an overtaking problem, since the car is turning. But i have to agree on one thing, that is, overtaking on the left side shouldnt be allowed
That's simply not true. maybe where you are, but in many places the rule is that bikes, and other 2 wheel vehicles can overtake on the inside, so that they're not forced out into traffic. That's why the driving schools hammer into your head to always check carefully you mirrors when turning also to that side. This accident was 100% the fault of the driver for not checking their mirrors.
The bicycle crash was TOTALLY the bike riders fault LOL
沖縄に行った時、レンタカーに「外国人が運転してます」というステッカーが貼ってた
あれは良いね
A Gaijin Savage is driving. hehe! .................You should see the stickers on the back of my rig hahahahahahahah
Okay the whole video is basically how to drive not how to drive in Japan, but I have a serious question.. those scooters overtaking from the left... do they have any priority or right to overtake in such situations shown or was it them actually causing the accident?
The situation varies depending on the specific conditions such as whether the scooter was attempting to pass by changing lanes or without changing lanes and whether the car had its left turn indicator on or off.
◯ Overtaking from the left side of the vehicle without changing lanes (except when the vehicle is attempting to turn left)
× Changing lanes in order to overtake from the left side of the vehicle
In the case of an accident between a motorcycle going straight and a car turning left, the percentage of fault is typically higher on the side of the car, but if the accident occurred after the car had already changed course , the percentage of fault is higher on the side of the motorcycle.
I always assumed that the type of accident caused by most foreigners is forgetting that Japan drives on the left. :) Informative video!
Australia and New Zealand drive on the same side of the road as Japan
@@robhollamby360 As do many other countries, like Scotland, Ireland, Pakistan and India. Many of them adopted left-side driving because of English colonialism.
5:03 If your vehicle breaks down while you are on a railroad crossing, have everyone exit the vehicle and leave the railroad area!
thanks for this, will watch again before going to our Trip this november :)
the examples given in these videos are the pedestrains and cyclists not following the road rules tho.
It’s a video about driving in Japan… and THAT is the most important aspect of driving in Japan.
Very useful information. Thank you.
a lot of these are the biker's fault. all traffic is stopped and a bike decides to run a red from a blind side? does japan allow this?
Are you referring to the 2:30~? This accident occurred at a traffic intersection with a green light, and it is actually legal for cars to turn right and motorcycles to go straight. However, the side going straight has priority (in this case, the motorcycle has priority), so cars need to be extra careful to turn right.
Why is the bus stopped if it has priority?
Is it normal for scooters, bikes, and motorcycles to be lane-splitting in Japan? It would've been hard for any normal person to avoid these accidents.
I see it every day in Okinawa SMFH
Whatsss this beat?
I grew up in a country where there are a lot of motorcyclists who are.... let's say not really informed with the dos and do nots of the road, so I'm always alert on the road, especially when I'm turning because in my country, majority of the accidents are caused by motorcycle drivers.
thankyou for sharing. i was amazed by some of the accidents, a lot of it is common sense. i was wondering about the traffic light that was the red circle and green arrow. i want to be able to drive in the country side of japan, but i probably wont drive in the city because public transport is great. I'm from Australia, we drive on the left, so it should be fine :)
hey I'm wondering how did you go about driving over there? I'm from Australia as well and will be travelling to Japan next month, I'm planning to rent a car and drive in a country side part, any tips at all?
@@Synbronzehey your post is 9 months ago, did u ended up driving there and if yes was it easy like here in australia? Planning to go and rent a car there as well
Sorry, but this video could also be called Driving Worldwide as it has nothing at all to do with driving in Japan !
thank you
That scooter was in the wrong.
People in the comments are missing the point. Good drivers are people who can stay safe DESPITE other people breaking the rules. If you just plow into people who break the law, you are still part of the problem.
Thanks so much for the video. I'm planning to drive in Hokkaido in coming May. May I know what's the maximum speed on high speed roads?
Thanks for your comment.
The maximum speed on high speed roads is 100km/h.
You could lnt put mote ads if you tried
If you need these tips im not sure you should have a drivers license regardless of where youre driving lol
이거 원.. 일본서 무서워서 운전 못하겠당
Too much Driving License provided to everybody. Japanese Government should think about it.
im just not going to drive in japan
if im renting your car in japan, i already have a driver's license! no need to explain speeding and maintaining distance! such a stupid video!
Stupid video. All that 'ideas' actually for in countries