Traffic Rules Comparison

Comparing traffic rules Taiwan to Japan

Traffic Rules in Your Home Country (Taiwan)

Driving Direction

Right

Emergency Number

119


Speed Limits

Urban: 50 km/h

Rural: 60-80 km/h

Motorways: 100 km/h

Overtaking

Overtaking on the left is allowed.

Speeding Ticket Price

From NT$1,200 to NT$3,600 depending on severity.

Traffic Rules in 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

In Taiwan, you drive on the Right side of the road. In Japan, you drive on the Left side of the road.

How do speed limits compare between Taiwan and Japan?

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

What are the overtaking rules in Taiwan and Japan?

In Taiwan, Overtaking on the left is allowed. In Japan, Overtaking on the left is allowed.

How do speeding ticket prices compare between Taiwan and Japan?

In Taiwan, From NT$1,200 to NT$3,600 depending on severity. In Japan, From ¥15,000 to ¥50,000 depending on severity.

What are the emergency numbers for Taiwan and Japan?

The emergency number in Taiwan is 119. In Japan, it's 110.