At an intersection, pedestrians may cross diagonally even where no road sign permits it.

交差点では、道路標識などで認められていなくても、歩行者は斜めに横断してよい。

This statement is FALSE

Explanation

Article 12(2) prohibits crossing diagonally at an intersection unless a road sign or marking specifically allows it. Without such a sign, diagonal crossing is not permitted.

Original text

歩行者等は、交差点において道路標識等により斜めに道路を横断することができることとされている場合を除き、斜めに道路を横断してはならない。

Source: Road Traffic Act — 道路交通法第十二条（横断の方法） · Act No.105 of 1960

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At an intersection, pedestrians may cross diagonally even where no road sign permits it.

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