Hello everyone!

For those of you living in Japan, what do you usually use when getting around?
When traveling long distances, you might use the train; for shorter trips, maybe you walk.
Another convenient way to travel a little farther is by using a bicycle.

In Japan, there are clear rules for riding bicycles.
(Examples:)

• If you ride a bicycle while using a mobile phone, you may be fined 12,000 yen.
• If you ignore traffic signals, the fine is 6,000 yen.

Also, wearing a helmet is important to ensure safer bicycle riding.

For more detailed information, check out the NHK Easy Japanese News articles below:

【NHK Easy Japanese News】

• Proposal finalized for fines when violating bicycle rules【自転車　ルールに違反したときに払うお金の案が決まる】
• Events promoting helmet use while riding bicycles【自転車　ヘルメットをかぶる人を増やすためのイベント】