Japan to get tougher on minor rule-breaking cyclistsThree Kyodo News reporters  -- Ellessa Yamada, Donican Lam and Peter Masheter -- talk about plans to implement new fines from April 2026 on cyclists who break minor rules such as using a phone while riding. Listen as they discuss how cycling in Japan has changed since the coronavirus pandemic, how the rules differ abroad, and whether rent-a-cycle services are a good idea.Article mentioned in the podcast:Japan police to fine minor rule-breaking cyclists from next AprilKyodo News presents a bilingual podcast for English learners about the …READ FULL ARTICLE