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Japan Moped Theory Practice Questions - Japan Driving Theory Test - Moped Licence Exam
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QUESTION 1 / 25
What is the minimum age for a moped licence applicant in Japan?
Choose one answer below.
A
15 years old
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B
16 years old
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C
18 years old
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D
20 years old
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QUESTION 2 / 25
Which authority administers moped licence testing in places such as Tokyo?
Choose one answer below.
A
Convenience stores
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B
Prefectural police and public safety commission licensing offices
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C
Private petrol stations
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D
Insurance companies
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QUESTION 3 / 25
Tokyo re-exam guidance lists the moped written test benchmark as which format and passing standard?
Choose one answer below.
A
20 questions with 16 points required
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B
30 questions with 24 points required
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C
48 questions with 45 points required
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D
100 questions with 70 points required
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QUESTION 4 / 25
From April 1, 2025, which added vehicle type is covered by Japan's moped licence category according to the NPA update?
Choose one answer below.
A
Any motorcycle up to 250 cc
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B
Motorcycles of 125 cc or less that are limited to 4.0 kW or less
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C
All three-wheeled passenger cars
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D
Expressway-capable large motorcycles
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QUESTION 5 / 25
Before the 2025 category update, what traditional engine-size boundary was associated with Japan's moped licence?
Choose one answer below.
A
50 cc or less
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B
125 cc with no power limit
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C
400 cc or less
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D
No engine-size boundary
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QUESTION 6 / 25
A 125 cc motorcycle is covered by the updated moped category only if it is limited to what maximum rated output?
Choose one answer below.
A
2.0 kW or less
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B
4.0 kW or less
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C
8.0 kW or less
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D
No output limit applies
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QUESTION 7 / 25
May a moped licence rider use an expressway in Japan?
Choose one answer below.
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Yes, if the rider stays in the left lane
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B
Yes, only at night
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C
No, mopeds must not use expressways or motor-vehicle-only roads
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D
Yes, if the moped is new
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QUESTION 8 / 25
What is the general maximum speed for a moped on ordinary roads in Japan unless a lower limit applies?
Choose one answer below.
A
20 km/h
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B
30 km/h
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C
50 km/h
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D
60 km/h
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QUESTION 9 / 25
At a red traffic light, where should a moped rider normally stop?
Choose one answer below.
A
Past the crosswalk so drivers can see the rider
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B
Before the stop line or before the crosswalk if there is no stop line
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C
In the middle of the intersection
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D
Beside pedestrians on the sidewalk
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QUESTION 10 / 25
A yellow traffic light appears while you can still stop safely before the intersection. What should you do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Accelerate to beat the red light
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B
Stop before entering the intersection
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C
Sound the horn and continue
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D
Move onto the sidewalk
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QUESTION 11 / 25
A green light is showing, but the road ahead is blocked and you would stop inside the intersection. What is the safest action?
Choose one answer below.
A
Enter because green always means go
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B
Wait before the intersection until there is space to clear it
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C
Ride between waiting vehicles to force a path
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D
Stop on the crosswalk
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QUESTION 12 / 25
What does a Japanese stop sign or stop marking require a moped rider to do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Slow slightly and continue if no car is visible
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B
Come to a complete stop and check carefully before proceeding
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C
Stop only when a police officer is present
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D
Stop only if the road is wet
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QUESTION 13 / 25
A circular red road sign indicates no entry for vehicles. What should a moped rider do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Enter because mopeds are small
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B
Enter only if the road looks empty
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C
Do not enter unless a lawful exception clearly applies
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D
Enter after sounding the horn
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QUESTION 14 / 25
A red circular sign with a diagonal slash through a movement or vehicle symbol usually means what?
Choose one answer below.
A
The shown action is prohibited
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B
The shown action is required
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C
The road is a scenic route
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D
The sign is only for trucks
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QUESTION 15 / 25
A mandatory-direction sign tells vehicles to proceed only in a shown direction. How should a moped rider treat it?
Choose one answer below.
A
As optional advice
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B
As a required direction unless a police officer lawfully directs otherwise
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C
As applying only to cars
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D
As permission to ride on the sidewalk
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QUESTION 16 / 25
What must a moped rider do when pedestrians are crossing at a crosswalk ahead?
Choose one answer below.
A
Yield and stop as needed before the crosswalk
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B
Accelerate because the moped is narrow
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C
Weave behind the pedestrians
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D
Sound the horn so they hurry
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QUESTION 17 / 25
Which protective item is legally essential for a moped rider in Japan?
Choose one answer below.
A
A safety helmet
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B
A racing number plate
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C
A handheld umbrella
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D
Open-toed sandals
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QUESTION 18 / 25
For safe moped riding, which clothing choice is best?
Choose one answer below.
A
Shorts, sandals, and no gloves
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B
Long sleeves, long trousers, gloves, and sturdy shoes
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C
Loose scarf hanging near the rear wheel
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D
Dark clothing with no lights or reflectors at night
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QUESTION 19 / 25
What is the correct rule about alcohol and moped riding?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride only if the trip is short
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B
Ride slowly after drinking
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C
Do not ride after drinking alcohol
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D
Drink coffee first and then ride
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QUESTION 20 / 25
If you are very tired, ill, or unable to concentrate, what should you do before riding a moped?
Choose one answer below.
A
Ride anyway because mopeds are easy to stop
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B
Avoid riding until you can ride safely
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C
Ride with one hand ready to rub your eyes
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D
Follow another rider closely
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QUESTION 21 / 25
On Japanese roads, which side of the road do vehicles normally use?
Choose one answer below.
A
The left side
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B
The right side
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C
Either side at the rider's choice
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D
The sidewalk whenever traffic is heavy
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QUESTION 22 / 25
Where should a moped generally be ridden?
Choose one answer below.
A
On the roadway, following vehicle rules
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B
On the sidewalk beside pedestrians
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C
Through station plazas
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D
Against traffic to see cars coming
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QUESTION 23 / 25
What lane position is usually safest for a moped on an ordinary road?
Choose one answer below.
A
Near the left side of the roadway while keeping a safe margin
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B
On the center line
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C
In the rightmost lane at all times
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D
Half on the sidewalk and half on the road
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QUESTION 24 / 25
Before turning or changing lanes on a moped, what should you do?
Choose one answer below.
A
Signal, check mirrors and blind spots, then move only if safe
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B
Move first and signal afterward
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C
Close your eyes briefly to avoid glare
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D
Rely only on engine sound
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QUESTION 25 / 25
What should a moped rider do before entering a railroad crossing?
Choose one answer below.
A
Stop, look, listen, and confirm it is safe to cross
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B
Accelerate so the crossing is cleared quickly
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C
Follow the vehicle ahead without checking
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D
Stop on the tracks to check both ways
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