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License Conversion in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide To Gaimen Kirikae (外免切替）[2025]
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Practice Questions for the October 2025 Gaimen Kirikae Written Exam
Converting your foreign driver’s license into a Japanese license is about to become more challenging. Starting...
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How to Get a Motorcycle License in Japan: License Conversion, Driving Camps & More
Introduction There’s something magical about exploring Japan on two wheels. Whether you’re cruising thro...
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Rule Changes For Gaimen Kirikae (License Conversion) From October 2025
If you’re planning to convert your overseas driver’s license to a Japanese license (gaimen kirikae), important rule changes are coming…
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October 2025 Update: Guide to Passing the Foreign License Conversion Written Test in Japan
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