Ch. 2 · Pedestrian Conduct

People other than those with physical disabilities must not carry a white or yellow cane on the road, as it is confusing.

[True / False · Medium]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

Article 1 of the Rules of the Road clearly states that "other people must not engage in such behavior as it is confusing," prohibiting people without disabilities from using a white cane or guide dog.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 8: Protection of pedestrians

Momoka
Momoka
Hmm, but what if someone just wants to be extra visible for safety — wouldn't that be okay?
Hikari
Hikari
No, that's actually prohibited. The statement is true — people without disabilities can't carry a white or yellow cane because it's confusing.
Momoka
Momoka
I guess that makes sense… drivers and others need to know who really needs assistance.
Hikari
Hikari
Exactly. If everyone used them, the whole system would fall apart.

Source: Ch. 2 Pedestrian Conduct · Section (第８節 身体の不自由な人の安全) · 身体が不自由で歩行が困難な人も白か黄のつえを持つか、盲導犬を連れて歩くことができますが、その他の人は紛らわしいのでそのような行為をしてはいけません。

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