Japan's National Police Agency has released a rulebook detailing new fines and penalties for cyclists who commit road rule violations, as part of a crackdown ahead of next April's implementation of a revised road traffic law.Starting April 1, 2026, cyclists aged 16 and older will be issued blue tickets on the spot for offenses that could lead to accidents, such as using a phone while riding. Those who are issued blue tickets can avoid prosecution if they pay their fine on time.The rulebook, released Sept. 4, also clarified that for less serious violations, such as riding on the sidewalk whe…READ FULL ARTICLE
