Traffic Rules Comparison

Comparing traffic rules Japan to Hong Kong

Traffic Rules in Your Home Country (Japan)

Driving Direction

Left

Emergency Number

110


Speed Limits

Urban: 40 km/h

Rural: 60 km/h

Motorways: 100 km/h

Overtaking

Overtaking on the left is allowed.

Speeding Ticket Price

From ¥15,000 to ¥50,000 depending on severity.

Traffic Rules in Hong Kong

Driving Direction

Left

Emergency Number

999


Speed Limits

Urban: 50 km/h

Rural: 80 km/h

Motorways: 100 km/h

Overtaking

Overtaking on the right is allowed.

Speeding Ticket Price

From HK$1,500 to HK$3,000 depending on severity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What side of the road do you drive on in Japan and Hong Kong?

In Japan, you drive on the Left side of the road. In Hong Kong, you drive on the Left side of the road.

How do speed limits compare between Japan and Hong Kong?

In Japan, urban speed limits are typically 40 km/h, rural limits are 60 km/h, and motorway limits are 100 km/h. In Hong Kong, urban speed limits are typically 50 km/h, rural limits are 80 km/h, and motorway limits are 100 km/h.

What are the overtaking rules in Japan and Hong Kong?

In Japan, Overtaking on the left is allowed. In Hong Kong, Overtaking on the right is allowed.

How do speeding ticket prices compare between Japan and Hong Kong?

In Japan, From ¥15,000 to ¥50,000 depending on severity. In Hong Kong, From HK$1,500 to HK$3,000 depending on severity.

What are the emergency numbers for Japan and Hong Kong?

The emergency number in Japan is 110. In Hong Kong, it's 999.