Beginner's guide to e-mobility
Beginner's guide to e-mobility
1.
What is e-mobility
1.
What is e-mobility
E-mobility (electric mobility) is a vehicle that runs on electricity.
It is attracting attention as a new, environmentally friendly, and convenient means of transportation.
2.
Types of e-mobility
2.
Types of e-mobility
kickboard
Scooter
type
bike
3~4 wheel cart
3.
Tips for choosing
3.
Tips for choosing
①Select by purpose of use
For commuting to work or school
kickboard
Scooter
type
Bike Type
For short distance travel such as shopping
3-4 wheel
cart
kickboard
For leisure and tourism
kickboard
Bike Type
For business use (delivery, etc.)
Scooter
type
Bike Type
Choose based on the license required for driving
No license required
kickboard
3-4 wheel
cart *
*Some products require a moped license or higher. Please check the specifications of each product for details.
Moped license or above
Scooter
type *
3-4 wheel
cart
*Some products require a standard driver's license (including small vehicle license) or higher. Please check the specifications of each product for details.
Regular motorcycle license or higher
Bike Type
Scooter
type
③Places where you can ride
sidewalk
kickboard
(6km/h
or less)
3-4 wheel
cart
roadway
Scooter
type
kickboard
Bike Type
Both sidewalks and roadways
kickboard
Mode
switchable
4.
Safety and Rules
4.
Safety and Rules
Main rules for electric mobility
Basic rules for those with and without
Basic rules for those with and without
- In principle, you must drive on the left side of the road. You must not drive on the right side (the wrong way around).
- Two-seater riding is prohibited.
(Only for specified small mopeds, special specified small mopeds, and mopeds of the first class. Mobility levels above this vary depending on the vehicle.) - Driving under the influence of alcohol is prohibited by law.
- You need to get a license plate.
- Riding on the sidewalk is prohibited in principle.
- Pedestrians have the right of way at crosswalks, and bicycles have the right of way at bicycle crossings. The same applies to intersections without crosswalks.
License- free
electric mobility
Specific small motorized bicycles such as electric kick scooters
- If you are 16 years of age or older, you can drive without a license.
- Wearing a helmet is mandatory
(we recommend wearing a helmet just in case)
Electric mobility requiring a license
Electric motorcycles and other motorized bicycles
- A driver's license is required.
- Wearing a helmet is required by law.
Those who have a minor driver's license
present the license information recorded on your My Number license at the store.
For instructions on how to use the app, including how to display your license information, please click here
For detailed traffic rules,
please check the following website:
"Traffic rules for specific small motorized bicycles" (Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department)
https://www.npa.go.jp/bureau/traffic/anzen/tokuteikogata.html"About specific small motorized bicycles" (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism)
https://www.mlit.go.jp/jidosha/jidosha_fr7_000058.html"Regarding specific small motorized bicycles" (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)
https://www.meti.go.jp/policy/mono_info_service/mono/seikatsuseihin/mobility/index.html
Safe driving tips
Safe driving tips
- Always pay attention to the traffic conditions around you.
- Maintain an appropriate distance from pedestrians and other vehicles.
- Avoid sudden lane changes and remember to use your turn signals.
- Always obey road signs and traffic lights.
- Drive carefully, especially in bad weather.
- When riding at night, it is recommended to turn on the lights and use reflective materials.
- To prepare for accidents, compulsory automobile liability insurance is required, and voluntary automobile liability insurance is recommended.
Prohibitions
Prohibitions
- Driving while using a mobile phone, etc.
- Driving while using earphones, etc.
- Driving above the speed limit
- Drunk driving
- *This content is based on relevant laws and regulations such as the Road Traffic Act.
- *Detailed rules may vary depending on the region.
- *The content may change due to changes in the law.
5.
Recommended experiences
5.
Recommended experiences
Take a ride and check out the operability and ride comfort.
You can experience a variety of vehicles at the e-Mobility Park!
6.
E-
Mobility FAQs
6.
E-
Mobility FAQs