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New traffic rules for bicycles under the revised Road Traffic Act effective December 1, 2013

New traffic rules for bicycles under the revised Road Traffic Act effective December 1, 2013. When there are sidewalks (Note 2) . Where there are Rosokutai (Side strips) (Note 1) . Street only . Side strip . Sidewalk . Side strip . Sidewalk . No changes . No changes .

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New traffic rules for bicycles under the revised Road Traffic Act effective December 1, 2013

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  1. New traffic rules for bicycles under the revised Road Traffic Act effective December 1, 2013 When there are sidewalks (Note 2) Where there are Rosokutai (Side strips) (Note 1) Street only Side strip Sidewalk Side strip Sidewalk No changes No changes After the revision, left side only (Note 1) As a general rule, cyclists use the road for automobiles. Cyclists are allowed to use the Rosokutai (side strips) only when they do not get in the way of pedestrians. (Note 2) Cyclists are permitted to use side walks only when any of the followings apply. (1) Street signs indicate that the sidewalk is for both pedestrians and cyclists. (2) Cyclists are children less than 13 years old/senior citizens 70 years or older/have physical disabilities. (3) Road conditions such as construction, etc. make it necessary for cyclists to use the sidewalk. *Rosokutai refers to the area separated by white line from the road either with or without sidewalks. For more information and/or inquiries, contact the Traffic Planning Section, Traffic Department, Gunma Prefectural Police at (027) 243-0110

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