When going straight through a roundabout or making a U-turn there, you do not need to slow down to a crawl.

Explanation

False. The law states that when going straight through a roundabout or making a U-turn, you must also keep as far left as possible, follow the outer edge of the roundabout, and proceed at a crawling speed (jokou). Slowing down is required not only for turns but also for going straight and for U-turns.

Guides that explain this

• Overtaking and Lane Rules in Japan: Where It Is Banned, and How
• Stopping Distance in Japan: Reaction Distance + Braking Distance

Related terms

• Slowing down (jokō)

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