Riding_Essentials

Contents

• 1. Riding Essentials
• 1.1Things to Keep in Mind
• 1.2Road Signs
• 1.3In Case of an Emergency
• 2.Tips and Tricks
• 2.1 Restrooms
• 2.2 Parking Your Bike
• 2.3 Rin-Ko（Bikes on Trains, Buses）
• 3.How to Survive

1. Riding Essentials

1.1 Things to Keep in Mind

• Bicycles basically follow the same traffic laws as automobiles. All traffic signs and signals apply to bicyles as well.
• Bicycles keep left on radways.
• Riding in the opposite direction is prohibited.
• Basically ride on the roadway. However, you may ride on the sidewalk.
• Pedestrians have the right of way on the sidewalks. Cyclists bear responsiblity for accidents with pedestrians.
• Helmets are optional but strongly recommended.
• Lights and a reflectors are required for night riding.(you will be stopped without one. )
• Drunk riding is against the law.

• 自転車は基本的には信号等自動車と同じ信号に従うべき（@nakあ）
• 自転車は車道においては左側通行（@nakあ）
• 車道において逆進走行は危険である
• 自転車は車道、歩道の両方通行可能である。（必要に応じて歩道走行も可能）（@nakあ）
• 歩道では歩行者優先である。歩行者との事故は自転車に責任がある。（@nakあ）
• 踏み切りでは一時停止が必要である。（@nakあ）
• ヘルメット着用は強く推奨（@nakあ）
• 夜間走行には前後照明が必要である（@nakあ）
• 飲酒運転は法律で罰せられる

1.2Road Signs

Coming Soon....

1.3In Case of an Emergency

• Move your bicycle to a safe place out of the way of traffic.
• If there are any injuries, call the fire department (119). Until rescuers (including physicians and ambulances) arrive, give first aid (such as stopping bleeding with gauze or a handkerchief) to the best of your ability.
• Immediately call the police (110) and inform them of the location of the accident, the number of injured persons and the extent of their injuries. The police will then give you instructions.
• If you are not injured, do not leave the scene of the accident until police officers arrive.
• When you cause a traffic accident, you are required to assume civil liabilities (compensation for damages). For this reason, ensure safe driving to prevent traffic accidents.

Reference

• http://www.metro.tokyo.jp/ENGLISH/RESIDENT/LIVINGIN/contents4_8.htm

交通事故にあった場合、落ち着いて以下の手順にしたがって処理を行いましょう。

• 自転車を安全な場所に移動
• 負傷者がいる場合は救急車を呼ぶ（119番）救急車到着までは応急処置に勤める
• 警察を呼んで（110番）事故の場所や負傷者の状況を報告。警察の指示を受ける。
• 無傷の場合、警察が現場に到着するまで待機
• 事故を起こした場合民事上の責任を負う。
（ので、是非事故は起こさないように注意してください。）

2.Tips and Tricks

2.1 Restrooms

• Many restrooms are located in restaurants, convinience stores and public locations. They can be used for no charge.
• Ladies can use public restrooms rather safely in Japan.
• Restrooms located in restaurants or cafes rae usually more sanitized than public restrooms.

2.2 Parking Your Bike

• Look for a bike parking (lot) before you park. There are some around the neighborhood. Parking insensibly in front of stores can lead to your bike being moved, or taken away.
• Lock your bike up to a stationary object, and take any valuables with you. Though Tokyo is a sfe city, good bikes (and good parts) do get stolen.

2.3 Rin-Ko (Bikes on Trains, Buses)

• Taking your bike on the train does not require extra cost, but you have to put your bike into a bag. For standard bikes, you may have to disassemble it. Usually people take off the wheel(s) and tie them to the frame, then put into the bag.
• There are many different types of Rinko-bags, that are sold in bicycle shops. Though some people just use a large plastic garbage bags, think of it as emergency use, as you can be stopped at the gate. (it may be worth to remember though)

3.How to Survive

• Ride on the Sidewalks when Necessary
• Though you are basically supposed to ride on the roadway, you will see a lot of bicycles can be seen on the sidewalks. Traffic on the road may be heavy in central Tokyo, and you may be overwhelmed. Safety comes first. You may ride on the sidewalk if you feel uneasy on the roadway. However, remember that pedestrians have the right of way on the sidewalks. Cyclists bear responsiblity for accidents with pedestrians

• Watch for Parked Cars and Opening doors
• There are ALOT of parking (both legal and illegal) on the roadways. Be careful of opening doors and cars. Watch for cars passing by before moving to the center of the road to avoid them.

• Don't be Intimidated by Honking Cars
• Cars will honk at you just to make sure you know a car is coming. Don't be
intimidated.

• 必要に応じた歩道走行
法律上は車道走行が基本であるが、歩道を走っている自転車を多く見かけるはずです。 車道走行に自信がない場合や心配がある場合は安全第一に、歩道に上がりましょう。 ただし、歩道走行時には歩行者に注意してください。（@nakあ）

• 路上駐車に注意
車道は路上駐車の車両がいっぱい停まっています。 車幅や車間距離も狭いので、注意してください。 前方の路上駐車の車両を避ける場合は充分余裕を持って移動を開始してください。（@nakあ）

• クラクションに惑わされるな
後方からの接近を知らしめるためにクラクションを鳴らす車がいます。 クラクションを鳴らされたからといって威圧感を感じる必要はありません。（@nakあ）