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International Driving Permit & Japanese Translation

Who needs an IDP, who needs a translation, and how long they last.

International Driving Permit & Japanese Translation

holioo.com Japan Drive 編集部最終更新2026.09.01情報確認2026.09

Two systems

Japan recognises two paths: an International Driving Permit issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention, or an official Japanese translation for specific places including Taiwan, Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco and Slovenia.

Validity

  • IDP: valid one year from issue
  • Japanese translation: valid one year from your date of entry
  • Stays longer than a year require a Japanese licence
  • Your home licence original must always be carried alongside

How to get one

Apply for an IDP through your licensing authority. Japanese translations are issued by your home authority or by JAF in Japan. Arrange it at least two weeks before departure.

参考情報

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