Useful information
Handbook
For any useful information to live in Tottori, please read the International Student's Handbook.
Multi-language versions are available.
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How to throw out the garbage
There are strict rules on throwing out the garbage in Tottori Prefecture. Please watch the video below and follow the rules.
Japanese traffic rules
There are several traffic rules and some of them should be different from ones of your countries. Please watch the video below and learn the Japanese traffic rules.
*New fine system “Blue Ticket” for bicycles will start on April 1st, 2026.
Consequently, when a bicycle rider aged 16 and over commits an offense, he/she will be processed with a traffic offense ticket (Blue ticket) in the same manner as a car driver, and a fine will be imposed.
Furthermore, serious offenses such as drink-driving will continue to be issued with a “Red ticket” and remain subject to criminal penalties.
| Violation Details | (yen) |
|---|---|
| Using a phone while cycling | 12,000 |
| Entering a crossing gate when the gates are lowering | 7,000 |
| Traveling in the wrong direction | 6,000 |
| Ignoring traffic signals | 6,000 |
| Running a stop sign | 5,000 |
| Using an umbrella or earphones | 5,000 |
| Running without lights at night | 5,000 |
| Riding side by side/Riding double | 3,000 |
*Following the 2023 amendments to the Road Traffic Act, wearing a helmet when cycling has become a duty of care.
To protect yourself from serious accidents, wear a helmet and ensure you follow traffic rules diligently when cycling.
*Reference: Safety Guidelines for Cyclists (Source: Metropolitan Police Department website)
https://www.keishicho.metro.tokyo.lg.jp/multilingual/english/traffic_safety/traffic_rules/index.files/SafetyGuidelinesforCyclists.pdf
How to use the International House balcony evacuation hatch
This is a video showing how to use the International House balcony evacuation hatch and how to open the emergency door. Make sure you are prepared for emergencies.
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