MenkyoDojo is a web-based Japanese driving test practice app that helps you learn, prepare, and pass with confidence. Study anytime, anywhere with real exam-style questions.
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What the karimen (provisional licence) written test covers, and the pass line.
Take the real-format exam Full licenceThe honmen (full licence) written test covers everything in karimen, plus applied topics like expressways and motorcycles.
Take the real-format exam Licence conversionThe steps, documents and exempt countries for converting a foreign licence to a Japanese one.
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Suggested: practice 10 more "parking & stopping" questions.
Japan's traffic rules can feel harder than they are, just because of the language. MenkyoDojo lets you check questions and explanations in your language.
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Besides written-test practice, tools that help right up to the day of your test.
Take the next step toward your Japanese driving license.
The traffic rules that come up most in the written test, organised by topic. Road signs have their own page.
The distances, speeds and time limits the written test asks about, grouped by topic so you don't mix up the similar ones.
See how much further you travel before stopping as speed increases.
Guides to the paperwork and steps involved in getting a licence.
Hazard prediction, traffic rules, numbers, stopping distance, road signs and terminology — topics people search for most.
Driving school or direct application — know the cost and time difference before you start.
What the karimen (provisional licence) written test covers, and the pass line.
The honmen (full licence) written test covers everything in karimen, plus applied topics like expressways and motorcycles.
How hazard-prediction questions on the honmen exam are scored, with a free worked example.
The steps, documents and exempt countries for converting a foreign licence to a Japanese one.
The exemption list, required documents and fees change over time and are handled slightly differently by each prefecture. Always confirm with your local licence centre before applying.
Clear the reasons applications get turned away at the counter — before your appointment. 15 questions, about 3 minutes.
This check lists what to confirm before you go. Practice differs by prefecture and this is not a guarantee that your application will be accepted. Always confirm with your local licence centre.
The written test asks about Japanese legal definitions directly. These cards drill the numbers and the exact boundaries.
The Japanese text is authoritative. Other languages are provided for understanding; where they differ, the Japanese governs.
The Japanese text is authoritative. Other languages are provided for understanding; where they differ, the Japanese governs.
Japanese terms that come up constantly in the theory test. Learn the Japanese wording too.
Common questions about karimen, honmen, and foreign licence conversion.
Walk-around, over-the-shoulder checks, keeping left before a left turn. Step through what examiners watch for.
Signal timing, speeds, parking distances and trick wording on one page. Print it or save as PDF.
Test centres in all 47 prefectures. Search by map, name or your location, and see which handle foreign licence conversion and which languages the written test is in.
山形県 · Tohoku
Reception hours and booking rules can change. Always check the centre’s official page before you go.
山形県総合交通安全センター
Official page (latest info)
Official site checked on 2026-10-15
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