Ch. 5 · Driving Method

When turning left, you must move to the left edge of the road as much as possible in advance, and proceed along the side edge of the intersection while slowing down to a stop-ready speed.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

Section 2(1) of the Rules of the Road states: "When turning left, you must move to the left edge of the road as much as possible in advance, and proceed along the side edge of the intersection while slowing down to a stop-ready speed (jokō)." This is the basic method for making left turns.

Driving school curriculumStage 1 – Topic 6: Intersections and railroad crossings

Hikari
Hikari
Wait, stop-ready speed? That sounds way too slow for just turning left.
Misaki
Misaki
Actually, that's correct. You hug the left edge and slow down enough that you could stop if needed—it's the safest way to turn left.
Hikari
Hikari
Oh, so it's about being ready for anything that might pop up?
Misaki
Misaki
Exactly. Left turns are close to pedestrians and cyclists, so always be prepared to stop.

Source: Ch. 5 Driving Method · Section (第７節 交差点の通り方) · 2 交差点(環状交差点を除きます。)の通行方法 (1)

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