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Our driving school provides clear, structured guidance for foreign and national residents, so you know what to expect and how to prepare with contidence.
50 true/false questions, you need to answer at least 45 correctly to pass, and you've got 30 minutes to do it.
Available in 23 languages; English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Korean and more.
You need to book your spot online ahead of time through the Saitama Police website walk-ins won't cut it.
This is the practical driving test done entirely on the license center's closed course no public roads yet.
The course at Saitama's Konosu License Center is about 2,000 meters long with 3 different route options you find out which route you're doing on the day of the test.
The test lasts about 12 minutes in that time the examiner is checking whether you can drive safely and without causing accidents.
This is considered the hardest part of the whole process at the Konosu center most people fail here, not on the street test Ons-ds.
If you fail, you may wait 3 to 4 months for your next appointment slots fill up fast.
This is the final written exam 90 true/false questions worth 1 point each, plus 10 hazard prediction questions worth 2 points each, for a total of 110 points. You need 90+ to pass, within 50 minutes.
Available in 23 languages; English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Korean and more.
This exam covers everything: traffic laws, road signs, safe driving, hazard prediction it's significantly harder than the 50-question exam from Step 1.
Don't underestimate this test some people fail it more than 5 times. Watch out for words like "all," "every," "always," and "must" those questions are usually traps.
This is the final practical exam you start with 100 points, you need 90 points or higher to pass.
The test is conducted on public roads around the Konosu License Center it covers real traffic conditions including intersections, pedestrians, lane changes and speed control.
Before taking the test, you must have practiced driving on public roads for at least 5 days (a minimum of 2 hours per day) within the last 3 months. We’re here to support you with that through our authorized personnel.
Once you pass all 4 tests, you must take a mandatory 7-hour lecture called 取得時講習 (Shutokuji Koshu) at an approved driving school this is where the first aid course fits in. Only after completing this lecture will your actual license card be issued.
Before anything else, you need to confirm you're eligible to convert your license. The Konosu License Center requires a prior consultation to verify your documents they won't accept conversion applications without it. The key requirement is proving you lived in the country that issued your license for at least 3 months after obtaining it. This is usually verified through passport entry and exit stamps, so bring all your passports including expired ones. If you used automated immigration gates that don't stamp passports, you may need additional documents to prove your stay.
Your foreign driver's license must be officially translated into Japanese before you can submit your application. In Japan, only two organizations are authorized to issue valid translations: JAF (Japan Automobile Federation) and Ziplus. Translations from any other source will not be accepted at the license center. You can apply for the JAF translation online and receive the PDF in about a week. Make sure you do this early in the process since you can't move forward without it.
Whether you need to take tests depends entirely on the country that issued your license. Some nationalities including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain, and the UK are fully exempt from both the written and practical tests. If your country is not on the exempt list, you'll need to take a 50-question written test and a practical driving test on a closed circuit at the Konosu License Center. The written test is available in multiple languages including English and Spanish. The practical test evaluates safety habits, mirror checks, signaling, and lane control not speed or driving experience.
This is the final step. Once you've cleared all the previous stages, documents verified, translation submitted, and tests passed if required, you apply for the actual issuance of your Japanese license. The good news is that if everything is in order, you receive your Japanese driver's license on the same day. No waiting, no callbacks. Walk in with your documents, complete the final paperwork and fee payment, and walk out with your license.
50 true/false questions, you need to answer at least 45 correctly to pass, and you've got 30 minutes to do it.
Available in 23 languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Korean and more.
You need to book your spot online ahead of time through the Saitama Police website walk-ins won't cut it.
This is the practical driving test done entirely on the license center's closed course no public roads yet.
The course at Saitama's Konosu License Center is about 2,000 meters long with 3 different route options you find out which route you're doing on the day of the test.
The test lasts about 12 minutes in that time the examiner is checking whether you can drive safely and without causing accidents.
This is considered the hardest part of the whole process at the Konosu center most people fail here, not on the street test Ons-ds
If you fail, you may wait 3 to 4 months for your next appointment slots fill up fast.
This is the final written exam 90 true/false questions worth 1 point each, plus 10 hazard prediction questions worth 2 points each, for a total of 110 points. You need 90+ to pass, within 50 minutes.
Available in 23 languages; English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Vietnamese, Arabic, Korean and more.
This exam covers everything: traffic laws, road signs, safe driving, hazard prediction it's significantly harder than the 50-question exam from Step 1.
Don't underestimate this test some people fail it more than 5 times. Watch out for words like "all," "every," "always," and "must" those questions are usually traps.
This is the final practical exam you start with 100 points, you need 90 points or higher to pass.The test is conducted on public roads around the Konosu License Center it covers real traffic conditions including intersections, pedestrians, lane changes and speed control.
Before taking the test, you must have practiced driving on public roads for at least 5 days (a minimum of 2 hours per day) within the last 3 months. We’re here to support you with that through our authorized personnel.
Once you pass all 4 tests, you must take a mandatory 7-hour lecture called 取得時講習 (Shutokuji Koshu) at an approved driving school this is where the first aid course fits in. Only after completing this lecture will your actual license card be issued.
Before anything else, you need to confirm you're eligible to convert your license. The Konosu License Center requires a prior consultation to verify your documents, they won't accept conversion applications without it. The key requirement is proving you lived in the country that issued your license for at least 3 months after obtaining it. This is usually verified through passport entry and exit stamps, so bring all your passports including expired ones. If you used automated immigration gates that don't stamp passports, you may need additional documents to prove your stay.
Your foreign driver's license must be officially translated into Japanese before you can submit your application. In Japan, only two organizations are authorized to issue valid translations: JAF (Japan Automobile Federation) and Ziplus. Translations from any other source will not be accepted at the license center. You can apply for the JAF translation online and receive the PDF in about a week. Make sure you do this early in the process since you can't move forward without it.
Whether you need to take tests depends entirely on the country that issued your license. Some nationalities including Australia, Canada, France, Germany, New Zealand, South Korea, Spain, and the UK are fully exempt from both the written and practical tests. If your country is not on the exempt list, you'll need to take a 50-question written test and a practical driving test on a closed circuit at the Konosu License Center. The written test is available in multiple languages including English and Spanish. The practical test evaluates safety habits, mirror checks, signaling, and lane control not speed or driving experience.
This is the final step. Once you've cleared all the previous stages, documents verified, translation submitted, and tests passed if required, you apply for the actual issuance of your Japanese license. The good news is that if everything is in order, you receive your Japanese driver's license on the same day. No waiting, no callbacks. Walk in with your documents, complete the final paperwork and fee payment, and walk out with your license.
Training circuit used by driving schools to develop precise vehicle control.
Focus on turns, positioning, and smooth steering with instructor guidance.
Practice route designed to improve driving flow and observation skills.
Emphasis on signaling, speed control, and consistency through curves and straights.
Dynamic practice environment that simulates real driving situations.
Students train continuous maneuvers, hazard awareness, and decision-making.
Training circuit used by driving schools to develop precise vehicle control.
Focus on turns, positioning, and smooth steering with instructor guidance.
Practice route designed to improve driving flow and observation skills.
Emphasis on signaling, speed control, and consistency through curves and straights.
Dynamic practice environment that simulates real driving situations.
Students train continuous maneuvers, hazard awareness, and decision-making.
Clear guidance for every
step of the licensing process
First-time applicants (from scratch)
Practical driving lessons
Defensive driving / hazard awareness
Gaimen Kirikae assistance
Document and process guidance
Support aligned with Japanese regulations
Traffic signs and road rules
Test-focused explanations
Support for foreign residents
Exam flow explanation
Common mistakes awareness
Familiarization with test environment
Motorcycle licenses (all categories)
Special and towing vehicles
Case-by-case guidance
Re-acquisition procedures (suspension, violations)
Regulation-compliant support
Clear, responsible guidance
You must meet the minimum age for the license type you’re applying for and have valid residency status in Japan.
You will typically need your Residence Card (Zairyū Card), passport, Certificate of Residence (Jūminhyō), and any additional documents depending on your situation.
You may be eligible to convert it to a Japanese license if you meet the requirements and complete the necessary process.
You can apply from the age of 16.
You can apply for car licenses, motorcycle licenses, and professional categories such as semi-medium (3-ton) licenses, depending on your needs.
It depends on your schedule and availability, but the process usually takes several months.
The process can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, depending on your case.
Reservations are made at the license center or with assistance from a driving school.
You can schedule it directly at the license center or through your driving school.
Yes, completing a first aid course is mandatory.
It can be taken at authorized centers or arranged through a driving school.
Yes, both exams are generally required.
Typically between 30 and 50 minutes, depending on the exam type.
Yes, we provide step-by-step guidance tailored for foreign residents.
Yes, both are included in the training program.
Yes, street driving practice is included as preparation for the final test.
Yes, we provide study materials and guidance.
Yes, we explain all road signs clearly and thoroughly.
Yes, we teach the key points examiners focus on.
The total cost varies depending on the license type and the number of lessons required.
Yes, authorized practice circuits are available.
Yes, training schedules can be adjusted to fit your availability.
You must meet the minimum age for the license type you’re applying for and have valid residency status in Japan.
You will typically need your Residence Card (Zairyū Card), passport, Certificate of Residence (Jūminhyō), and any additional documents depending on your situation.
You may be eligible to convert it to a Japanese license if you meet the requirements and complete the necessary process.
You can apply from the age of 16.
You can apply for car licenses, motorcycle licenses, and professional categories such as semi-medium (3-ton) licenses, depending on your needs.
It depends on your schedule and availability, but the process usually takes several months.
The process can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, depending on your case.
Reservations are made at the license center or with assistance from a driving school.
You can schedule it directly at the license center or through your driving school.
Yes, completing a first aid course is mandatory.
It can be taken at authorized centers or arranged through a driving school.
Yes, both exams are generally required.
Typically between 30 and 50 minutes, depending on the exam type.
Yes, we provide step-by-step guidance tailored for foreign residents.
Yes, both are included in the training program.
Yes, street driving practice is included as preparation for the final test.
Yes, we provide study materials and guidance.
Yes, we explain all road signs clearly and thoroughly.
Yes, we teach the key points examiners focus on.
The total cost varies depending on the license type and the number of lessons required.
Yes, authorized practice circuits are available.
Yes, training schedules can be adjusted to fit your availability.
