It's just before the academic test, and you don't have time to prepare and study for days, but aren't you looking for the minimum points you need to know and a surefire way to improve your score?
Please try to solve this problem first.

1. You must always wear your seat belt when driving a car.
2. While driving, you must always stop when passing a pedestrian.
3. Never apply sudden brakes while driving.

【answer】
① × (Excluding when retreating or due to injury or illness)
② × (slow down or stop)
③ × (possible if you want to avoid danger)

For questions that include phrases such as "must do," "must do," or "must do in any case," the answer is overwhelmingly ×. In other words, you need to be careful about sentences that state 100% or more, such as "always," "absolutely," and "all." In this way, there are rules that allow you to naturally arrive at an answer even if you do not understand the content of the problem. There are many traps in academic questions at driving schools. Therefore, here we will introduce all the tips and trick questions for academic questions that will help you improve your score even if you don't have time. Also, memorize knowledge that is difficult to memorize by associating it with the memorization technique ``word matching''. We have listed the items you should review just before the exam date, so please use them until you pass. (Compatible with the revised Road Traffic Act, which will be enforced from May 2022.)

1. 16 carefully selected items to improve your score just before the test

Here we will introduce 16 items that are sure to improve your score. Especially when it comes to signs and numerical items, please memorize them thoroughly and not vaguely, and look forward to the exam. Here, we will also introduce memorization using puns to make it easier to remember. If you read it on the day of the test, just before the start, you will definitely improve your score. Be sure to pass! !

 

(1) Meaning of traffic light signals

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第１問
青色の灯火の信号は全ての車が直進し、左折し右折出来る事を示している。
【正解 ×】

(Motorized bicycles that turn right using the two-step right turn method should go straight to the right turn point, turn around at that point, and wait for the traffic light in the direction they should go to turn green. The same applies to light vehicles.)

◾️第２問
黄色の灯火の信号は注意して進むことが出来る事を示している。
【正解 ×】

(Do not proceed beyond the stopping position. However, if you cannot stop safely, you may continue.)

◾️第３問
右折の青の矢印信号が表示されているときは、信号機の信号が黄や赤であっても、右折する車は一時停止、安全確認を行なった上で進むことができる。
【正解 ×】

(You can continue as is, except for motorized bicycles and light vehicles.)

◾️第４問
黄色の灯火の点滅信号では、車は徐行しなければならない。
【正解 ×】

(You can proceed while being careful of other traffic. This is not a slow-moving area.)

traffic light signal	Follow the (face-to-face) signals.
blue	You can turn left and right (except for mopeds and light vehicles that make two-step right turns).
when it turns yellow	Stop at the stop position. If it is not possible to safely stop at the stopping position, you can continue to move forward.
red	Stop at the stop position. If you are already turning left or right, you can continue turning right or left.
blue arrow	Vehicles can proceed in the direction of the arrow (in the case of a right turn arrow, excluding mopeds and light vehicles that turn right in two steps).
yellow arrow	Only streetcars can move in the direction of the arrow.
flashing yellow	Proceed while paying attention to other traffic.
flashing red	You can pause and proceed after confirming safety.

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

As a problem with many mistakes and questions
・ blue arrow in the question text "pause" enters.
・ flashing yellow in the question text "slow down" enters.
Please understand the correct meaning and do not add "This is safer!"

(2) Hand signals of police officers and traffic patrol officers

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第５問
警察官などが手信号で腕を垂直に上げているときは、警察官などの身体の正面に向かって進行する交通は青信号と同じ意味である。
【正解 ×】

(The front is the same as a red light)

◾️第６問
警察官が腕を水平に上げている時は警察官の正面に対面する交通は他の交通は注意して進むことができる。
【正解 ×】

(The front is the same as a red light)

◾️第７問
警察官が手信号で「止まれ」の合図をしていたが、信号機が青だったので交差点に入って左折した。
【正解 ×】

◾️第８問
警察官が灯火を頭上に上げている場合は、その交差点は信号が全部赤と同じである。
【正解 ×】

(Traffic parallel to the front of the body has the same meaning as a yellow light signal)

 

Priority is given to hand signals, signs, and markings of police officers and traffic patrol officers.

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

As for problems with many mistakes and questions, even if you can understand the illustrations, please understand them even if you translate them into words.
In the exam, the illustration question of a police officer's hand signal will only be asked in the direction in which the police officer is facing forward, so remember that the "horizontal" arrows are parallel and the "vertical" direction is facing (crossing)..
・Stomach and inside are makkakka
・If you raise your arm, you will receive a yellow card.
・Stretch your arms and come on, come on

(3) How to read signs and displays

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第９問
This sign indicates that you can turn left.
[Correct answer ×]

(The above sign is a sign at the one-way entrance, and a blue arrow on a white background indicates that you can turn left.)

◾️第９問
 This sign indicates that overtaking is prohibited.
[Correct answer ×]

(If there is an auxiliary sign below the above sign, overtaking is prohibited, but if there is no auxiliary sign, it is prohibited to extend beyond the right side for overtaking.)

This sign indicates width reduction.
[Correct answer ×]

(The above sign is a warning sign for a reduction in the number of lanes.)

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

・ Red indicates danger (stop, prohibition, etc.)
・ Blue indicates information (used for directions, information boards, etc.)
・ Yellow calls for caution (steep downhill slopes, road edges that are prone to collapse, etc.)
*It is recommended that you first memorize these three colors and then figure out the shapes, as this will go smoothly.

(4) When there is a crosswalk or bicycle crossing zone ahead

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第１２問
横断歩道を渡ろうとしている歩行者がいたときは、すぐに止まれるように速度を落として通過する。
【正解 ×】

(If there is a pedestrian trying to cross the crosswalk, do not stop and impede their progress.)

◾️第１３問
横断歩道を歩行者が渡っていたが、歩行者が止まったのでそのまま進行した。
【正解 ×】

(If there is a pedestrian crossing the street, you must stop until they finish crossing)

◾️第１４問
横断歩道のないところを歩行者が歩いている時は、その歩行者の通行を妨げることになってもやむをえない。
【正解 ×】

(Do not obstruct pedestrian traffic)

◾️第１５問
車は横断歩道や自動車横断帯と、その手前30m以内の場所では、他の車(軽車両を除く)を追越したり、追い抜いたりしてはいけないので、横断歩道や自転車横断帯と、その手前に停止している車がある時は、そのそばを通って前方に出ることは一切できない。
【正解 ×】

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

There are people crossing.	Stop at the stop position.
It is not clear whether there will be people crossing or not.	At a speed that allows you to stop.
There is no one to cross.	Continue as is.

*Overtaking is prohibited at crosswalks, bicycle crossing zones, and within 30 meters in front of them.
*Question 12 is a trick. There are no points.

(5) How to pass sideways

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第１６問
雨の日、歩行者のそばを通るときに泥はねをしても仕方がない。
【正解 ×】

(When passing through muddy areas or puddles, you must drive slowly or stop temporarily to avoid splashing mud.)

◾️第１７問
安全地帯のそばを通る時は、人がいなくても徐行する。
【正解 ×】

(If there are no people in the safe zone, there is no need to drive slowly)

◾️第１８問
歩行者のそばを車で通行するときには、歩行者との間に安全な間隔をあけ、徐行しなければならない。
【正解 ×】

(If you can keep a safe distance, you can continue to pass; if you can't, you must drive slowly.)

◾️第１９問
児童、幼児の乗り降りのために止まっている通園、通学バスに追いついたので、減速して側方を通過した。
【正解 ×】

(You must drive slowly, not slow down, to ensure safety.)

Near pedestrians etc.	Leave a safe distance or drive slowly.
Near children and people with disabilities	Stop or slow down.
Near elderly people who have difficulty passing.	Stop or slow down.
near the safety zone	Only drive slowly when there are pedestrians.
Near the stopped school/kindergarten bus	Drive slowly and check for safety.
Near a car stopped in front of a crosswalk, etc.	Pause before moving forward.

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

Pay special attention to the difference between going slowly and decelerating!
The words ``go slowly'' and ``decelerate'' are relatively common in the question sentences.
"Going slowly" and "decelerating" are clearly different things. Let's keep things organized here!
・ "Slow driving"...Speed of approximately 10 km/h or less. Or, the speed will be such that you can apply the brakes and stop within 1m.
・ "Deceleration"...to lower the speed. Even if you lower it from 60km/h to 50km/h, it will still slow down. Please note that this is different from slow driving.
Be especially careful when it comes to pedestrian protection issues!

(6) Places where you must drive slowly

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第２０問
雨の日、歩行者のそばを通るときに泥はねをしても仕方がない。
【正解 ×】

◾️第２１問
安全地帯のそばを通る時は、人がいなくても徐行する。
【正解 ×】

(If there are no people, there is no need to drive slowly)

◾️第２２問
勾配の急な上り坂は徐行しなければならない。
【正解 ×】

(The area near the top of the uphill slope is a slow speed area, but the rest is not a slow speed area.)

・Places with slow speed signs
・Intersections where you cannot see to the left or right (you do not have to drive slowly when there is a traffic light or when you are using the priority road.)
・Near a bend in the road
・Near the top of an uphill slope or a steep downhill slope
*To begin with, "slowing down" means moving at a speed that allows the vehicle to stop quickly.

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

[How to remember where to slow down]
"Let's go down the corner and take a look at my eldest high school girl."
"Magarikado Kudatte Mitoko Chojo's Jokosei"

Magalikado	Near the corner
Kudatte	Steep downhill slopes...Steep uphill slopes are not places to slow down.
Mitoko	intersection with poor visibility
Chojo's	Near the top of the uphill slope
Jokosei	Places with slow speed signs

(7) Signal timing

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第２３問
右折や左折の合図は、右折や左折を行おうとする約3秒前に行う。
【正解 ×】

(Signals for right and left turns will be given 30 meters before the intersection.)

◾️第２４問
進路変更するときの合図の時期は、進路変更しようとする30メートル前である。
【正解 ×】

(The signal to change course will be given 3 seconds before changing direction)

◾️第２５問
進路を変更するときは、まず合図をしてから安全を確かめるのがよい。
【正解 ×】

(When changing course, first confirm safety and then give the signal.)

・When turning right or left → 30 meters in front of you
・When changing course → about 3 seconds before
・When driving slowly, stopping, or going backward → When trying to do ○○.

(8) Areas where overtaking is prohibited

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第２６問
進路を変更するときは、まず合図をしてから安全を確かめるのがよい。
【正解 ×】

◾️第２７問
追い越し禁止場所で前方の車がゆっくり走行していたので進路変更をして、前に出た。
【正解 ×】

(Do not change course indecently in areas where overtaking is prohibited.)

◾️第２８問
トンネルでは、いかなる場合も追い越しをしてはならない。
【正解 ×】

(Except when there is a vehicle traffic zone)

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

・Places where there is a sign prohibiting overtaking
・Tunnels without vehicle lanes
・Near a bend in the road
・Near the top of an uphill slope or on a steep slope (both up and down)
- Within 30 meters from an intersection and in front of it (you can overtake if you are using the priority road)
- Within 30 meters from railroad crossings, pedestrian crossings, bicycle crossing zones, and in front of them.

[How to remember no-overtaking areas]
"Makoto's license issued in 30 days"
"Makoto's license 30-day discount"

・Ma → Near the corner
・ko → steep downhill slope
・T → Tunnel (unless there is a vehicle lane)
・ノ → Near the top of the uphill slope
driver licence
・30 days → 30 meters
・ko → intersection
・O → Pedestrian crossing/bicycle crossing zone
・F → Railroad crossing

(9) Maximum speed on general roads when there are no signs

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第２９問
一般道路での普通自動車の法定速度は、時速５０㎞である。
【正解 ×】

(The legal speed for regular cars on public roads without speed indicators is 60km/h. If there is a speed indicator, you must follow the speed indicator even on wide or empty roads.)

◾️第３０問
普通自動車の法定速度は６０キロであるが、大型特殊自動車やけん引自動車の法定速度は５０キロである。
【正解 ×】

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

・60km/h → Car
・30km/h → Motorized bicycle

(10) Places where cars pass

Try to solve the following problem.

◾️第３１問
—方通行の道路では、道路の右側部分を通行することができるが、キープレフトの原則により、そのはみ出し方ができるだけ少なくなるようにしなければならない。
【正解 ×】

(In the case of one-way traffic, there is an exception to driving on the left side.)

◾️第３２問
同一方向に二つの車両通行帯がある道路では、直進する原動機付自転車は左側の車両通行帯を走行しなければならないが、直進する自動車はどちらの車両通行帯を通行しても良い。
【正解 ×】

(You must use the vehicle lane on the left. Leave the lane on the right open for overtaking.)

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

[If you can pass on the right side of the road]
1. When the road is one-way
2. When the left side is not wide enough for vehicles to pass.
3. When it is not possible to pass on the left side due to construction etc.
4. When attempting to overtake another vehicle on a road with good visibility where the left side is less than 6 meters. (Not allowed if prohibited by signs/markers)
5. When there is a sign telling you to drive on the right side

(11) Roads without two-way lanes

Light vehicles should stay on the left side of the road, and cars and mopeds should stay on the left side of the road.

・When there are two vehicle lanes
Regardless of the type of vehicle, drive in the left lane. (Leave the right side open for passing and turning right.

・When there are three vehicle lanes
Vehicles should leave the rightmost lane open for passing. (Slower cars are on the left and faster cars are on the right, regardless of vehicle type) in the remaining lanes.

(12) Places where cars are not allowed to pass

◾️第３３問
危険を避けるためやむをえ図の標示の中に入って停止した。

[Correct answer ×]

(Passage is prohibited in restricted areas, so avoid and stop)

◾️第３４問
交通が渋滞しているため、横断歩道や自転車横断帯の中に入って停止してしまうことはやむを得ないことである。
【正解 ×】

(Do not enter this area if there is a risk of getting stuck at a crosswalk or bicycle crossing zone because the traffic ahead is congested.)

◾️第３５問

Where there are such signs, motorized bicycles and light vehicles, in addition to regular cars, are also allowed to pass on the track.
[Correct answer ×]

 

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

·safe area
・Restricted areas
・Sidewalks, roadside strips, bicycle paths (you can pass when crossing)
*Always stop when crossing a sidewalk, even if there are no pedestrians.
・Pedestrian roads (Specially approved vehicles may pass. In this case, be careful of pedestrians and drive slowly.)
- Inside the track (passage is possible when there are signs, danger prevention, turning left or right, crossing, etc.)

(13) Areas where parking is prohibited

◾️第３６問
自転車横断帯の前後３０メートルは、駐停車禁止である。
【正解 ×】

(Crosswalks and bicycle crossing zones must be located within 5m in front and back from the edge of the crosswalk or bicycle crossing zone.)

◾️第３７問
原付は横断歩道付近５ｍ以内に駐車してもよい。
【正解 ×】

(Motorized bicycles are also classified as cars, so parking is prohibited.)

◾️第３８問
１０分間の人待ちは停車になる。
【正解 ×】

(If you are waiting for someone, you will be parked regardless of the time.)

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

[How to remember where parking is prohibited]
*The following puns do not include "places where there are signs or markings prohibiting parking."
"Principal in critical condition, 5-year-old Komao unstable for 10 years"
"Kochokitoku 5 year old Komao 10 year old fantei"

・Kou → Steep slope (both up and down)
・Chou → Near the top
・K → Inside the track
・Toku → Tunnel (with or without vehicle lane)
・5 years old → within 5 meters
・K → Intersection
・Ma → corner
・O → Crosswalk/Bicycle crossing zone
・10 years → 10 meters
・F→ Railroad crossing
・Ann → Safety zone
・Tay → Stop

(14) Parking prohibited areas

◾️第３９問
自分の家の車庫から３ｍ以内の場所に車を止めた。
【正解 ×】

(Parking within 3 meters of a car entrance to a parking lot or garage is prohibited, even in your own garage.)

◾️第４０問
道路の幅が3.5ｍ以上あり、駐車禁止場所でなかったので車を駐車した。
【正解 ×】

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

[How to remember where parking is prohibited]
*The following puns do not include "places where there are no parking signs or markings."
“Mr. Deguchi, buy after negotiation.”
"Deguchi 3 Kosho 5 Ka1"

・Deguchi → Entrance/exit of parking lot or garage
・3 → 3 meters
・Kou → Construction site
・Show → Fire related
・5 → 5 meters
・Ka → Fire alarm
・1 → 1 meter

(15) When an emergency vehicle approaches

◾️第４１問
交差点に入ろうとしているとき、緊急自動車が近づいてきたときは、直ちに交差点で一時停止し、緊急自動車に進路を譲らなければならない。
【正解 ×】

◾️第４２問
交差点を走行中に緊急自動車が近づいてきたので、直ちに停止して進路を譲った。
【正解 ×】

(At or near an intersection, you must avoid the intersection, stop on the left side of the road, and yield the right of way.)

◾️第４３問
一方通行の道路で緊急自動車が近づいてきたときは、 左側に寄るとかえって緊急自動車の妨げとなるようなときであっても、必ず左側に寄らなければならない。
【正解 ×】

 

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

The key is to keep in mind that ``as a general rule, avoid by moving to the left (when not at an intersection)'', and remember the ``exceptions when near an intersection'' and ``exceptions when on a one-way road''. You will be able to solve the exam questions.

・ “As a general rule, avoid by moving to the left side.”
You are not obligated to "stop temporarily" or "slow down" (unless you deem it necessary).

・ "When an emergency vehicle approaches near an intersection"
In this case (contrary to the general rule), you must avoid the intersection and stop on the left side of the road.

・ "When an emergency vehicle approaches on a one-way road"
In this case, since there is no oncoming traffic, you can also move to the right and give way (if it is more convenient to avoid to the right than to the left). Furthermore, if an emergency vehicle approaches near an intersection on a one-way road, pull over to the left or right side where it is easier to avoid, and stop temporarily.

(16) Riding and loading restrictions

◾️第４４問
故障車をロープでけん引するときは間隔を５メートル以内にし、赤い布をつけるとよい。
【正解 ×】

◾️第４５問
１２歳未満の子供５人で大人３人と計算する
【正解 ×】

(Calculated as 2 adults with 3 children under 12 years old)

◾️第４６問
普通自動車の荷物は車体の10分の1の幅まではみ出してもよい。
【正解 ×】

(The length of the car body is up to 1/10, but the width must not protrude from the car body.)

height from ground

Large cars, medium-sized cars, regular cars, large special cars	Up to 3.8 meters (4.1 meters if approved by the Public Safety Commission)
Three-wheeled and regular cars under 660cc	up to 2.5 meters
Small special vehicles, large/ Regular Motorcycle, mopeds	up to 2 meters

Width from loading platform

Large cars, medium-sized cars, regular cars, large special cars	up to the width of the loading platform
Large/ Regular Motorcycle, mopeds	Up to 0.15 meters left and right Length (car length + 1/10)
Large car, medium size car, regular car, large special car, small special car	Up to 1.1 times the length of the car
Large/ Regular Motorcycle, mopeds	Loading platform +0.3 meters

weight

For large cars, medium-sized cars, regular cars, large special cars, and small cars with side cars, the weight is written on the inspection certificate.For large cars, medium-sized cars, ordinary cars, large special cars, and small cars with side cars, the weight is written on the inspection certificate. Weight

small special car	500kg
Large/ Regular Motorcycle	60kg
scooters	30kg

The passenger capacity is calculated assuming 3 children under the age of 12 and 2 adults.

[Vehicles that cannot pass on expressways]
・Minicar
·scooters
・Regular motorcycles with a total displacement of 125cc or less
・Vehicles that cannot reach speeds over 50km/h due to their structure (can be driven on expressways)
・Vehicles towing a broken down vehicle with a rope (passable on motor vehicle roads)

Points for problems with the most mistakes and questions!

【principle】
The seats are what people can ride on.
Luggage can be loaded on either the loading platform or the seat.
as an exception
It is possible to carry people on the loading platform with certain conditions.
Condition 1: Watch over luggage (prevent cargo from collapsing or theft)
Condition 2: Minimum number of people
Condition 3: No permission required

The important point of restrictions is the type of car.
・"Passenger capacity"
・"Weight of loaded object"
・The size and method of loading are different.

2. This is an efficient study method to pass the exam on the first try!

The shortest way is to solve the problems provided by the driving school.

1. At the driving school, we keep track of the passing rates for provisional licenses and regular licenses every month. In addition, by understanding the trends in which types of questions are answered incorrectly compared to the previous year and the previous month, we will take time to focus on explaining them in lectures, and use similar questions in practice questions and effectiveness measurements. We have students practice the questions in a practical manner, which contributes to improving their passing rates.
2. As is common throughout the country, Karimenkyo Written Test Examination and the Main Licensing Examination are prepared by each prefecture's Public Safety Commission (License Division), and the trends in questions may vary slightly. Therefore, many driving schools use common questions and original questions. These original questions are often good questions edited at school.
3. [There's no point in doing a few practice questions] If you get a wrong answer on a practice question, be sure to check in your textbook to see which part of the question is incorrect. Because there are only two choices, you cannot pass by guessing! !

3. Trends in questions asked in Karimenkyo Written Test exam and the main license exam

Karimenkyo Written Test

This is part of the "rules" of the Road Traffic Act, so be sure to familiarize yourself with the principles and exceptions. There are many questions related to basic knowledge and only repeated practice. Please thoroughly complete the practice questions provided by the driving school.
*If this part is unclear, it will greatly affect the second stage and main written exam.

Main exemption course

1. Make sure to memorize numbers carefully.
   *Height restrictions, parking and prohibited areas, etc.
2. Location of things to be fried, etc.
   *If you exceed the limit, do you have a permit displayed behind you? × Previous◯ etc.
3. Please be careful as there are many word problems.
   *From the loading platform? × From the ground ◯ etc.

4.Is the passing rate of this license exam between 70% and 80%? reality of

Compared to Karimenkyo Written Test exam, this exam has a 50-minute time limit and 95 questions, including 5 illustrated questions (risk prediction) (2 points per question), and a score of 90 or above out of 100. You will pass. Since questions are asked from all academic subjects, the scope is wide and the difficulty level is higher than Karimenkyo Written Test exam. If you fail, you will have to take the test again for one day and pay transportation and test fees.

5. Tips for passing on the first try

(1) Read the text carefully

1. Most of the questions are short sentences of one or two lines. Please read carefully and avoid misreading.
2. Examples) Blue light signal, flashing red signal, yellow arrow signal, 3 seconds before and 30 meters before, within 3 meters and within 5 meters, “is, is not,” “can be” at the end of a sentence. , I can't do it" Examples: Blue light signal, flashing red signal, yellow arrow signal, 3 seconds before and 30 meters before, within 3 meters and within 5 meters, "is, is not" at the end of a sentence “I can do it, I can’t do it.”

(2) Interpret the problem honestly

1. Simply judge whether the question being asked is correct or an apology. Many of the questions are common sense, so please don't read too much into the questions and try to answer them without twisting them.
2. Sentences that include phrases such as "always, absolutely, no matter what..." often ask for exceptions.
   example)
   ・Since I received my provisional license, I received a regular license and practiced driving under the guidance of my older brother who was a fourth year student.・・・◯
   ・When driving a regular car, you must always wear your seat belt.・・・◯
   ・When making a call, always check the front, rear, left, and right sides of the vehicle using the rearview mirror.・・・◯
3. Be sure to reread
   (1) After completing all the answers, be sure to reread them and avoid making mistakes or forgetting to add answers.
   (2) Don't fail questions you know.

6.Finally

All you have to do is believe in yourself and demonstrate your full potential at the license center. I believe that it will definitely lead to good results. keep it up! !