A vehicle behind was close and I risked obstructing it, but I was in a hurry, so I turned right into a shop off the road.

Explanation

False. You must not turn to enter or leave a place off the road where you risk obstructing the normal traffic of pedestrians or other vehicles. Being in a hurry is not a reason.

Guides that explain this

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

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