Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

Pedestrians must not enter roads where pedestrian traffic is prohibited by road signs.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

Section 5 of the text clearly prohibits entry by stating that "pedestrians and remotely operated small vehicles must not enter roads where their passage is prohibited by road signs, or expressways and motor vehicle exclusive roads."

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka
Momoka
Okay, pedestrian-prohibited signs — I'm guessing we really can't go there?
Hikari
Hikari
Yep, that's true. If a sign says pedestrians aren't allowed, or it's an expressway, you absolutely can't enter.
Momoka
Momoka
Makes sense, but good to know it's a hard rule!
Hikari
Hikari
Totally. When you see that sign, just turn around — no exceptions on this one.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第２節 歩行者などの通るところ) · ５ 標識によつて歩行者及び遠隔操作型小型車の通行が禁止されている道路や高速自動車国道や自動車専用道路に入つてはいけません。

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