Bizarre Traffic Laws - Japan

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Driving abroad is a tricky affair and one that always requires a little getting used to. In addition to conditioning oneself with driving on the opposite side of the road, there are several other aspects that make the entire process rather daunting. Acknowledging and adhering to the law of the host country, is just the beginning.

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While in China it is prohibited to stop at pedestrian crossings, an act that could land you a hefty fine, in the Philippines it is illegal to drive on Mondays if your number plate ends in 1 or 2. Joining other Asian countries on the list of bizarre laws, is the Land of the Rising Sun, which also has a number of laws that are guaranteed to leave you a little baffled.

In Japan, smoking in most restaurants and bars is permitted, but frowned upon when carried out outdoors – a stark contrast to other major cities around the world. But Japan being Japan, a country that takes its courtesy extremely seriously, has implemented a law whereby splashing water onto pedestrians while driving, will incur a substantial fine.

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In a country where cab drivers wear pristine white gloves, it is no surprise that such a law exists. Being extra vigilant during and after the rains have poured, will prevent you from having to shell out an approximate $65 (AED 240) for driving through a puddle or soaking a passerby. It’s all about courtesy, you see. 

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