WEBVTT 00:10.319 --> 00:12.486 Welcome to Okinawa , Japan , your home 00:12.486 --> 00:16.260 for the next 6 to 36 months . When one 00:16.260 --> 00:17.940 thinks of Okinawa , cultural 00:17.940 --> 00:20.107 differences such as language , dress , 00:20.379 --> 00:22.268 food , and customs come to mind . 00:22.780 --> 00:25.002 However , none of these hold the amount 00:25.002 --> 00:26.891 of anxiety or even fear , as does 00:26.891 --> 00:29.409 driving in Okinawa . The population of 00:29.409 --> 00:32.209 over 1.4 million people drive nearly 1 00:32.209 --> 00:34.919 million vehicles and 50,000 motorcycles 00:34.919 --> 00:37.560 in an area approximately 65 miles long 00:37.810 --> 00:39.799 and 17 miles at the widest point , 00:40.229 --> 00:42.062 leading to a plethora of driving 00:42.062 --> 00:44.340 regulations and high chance of mishaps . 00:46.790 --> 00:48.957 Newcomers to Okinawa have to deal with 00:48.957 --> 00:51.012 driving on the right side of the car 00:51.012 --> 00:53.234 and on what we see as the wrong side of 00:53.234 --> 00:55.401 the road . Whether this is your 1st or 00:55.401 --> 00:57.568 5th assignment to Okinawa , this video 00:57.568 --> 00:59.401 will ease your transition to the 00:59.401 --> 01:01.512 island's roadways by offering insight 01:01.512 --> 01:04.269 into local customs and laws . One of 01:04.269 --> 01:06.436 the first things you may notice is the 01:06.436 --> 01:08.602 traffic congestion . And because there 01:08.602 --> 01:10.769 is no subway system , residents mainly 01:10.769 --> 01:12.213 depend on automobiles for 01:12.213 --> 01:14.380 transportation . Adding to the dilemma 01:14.380 --> 01:16.491 are speed limits that are slower than 01:16.491 --> 01:18.380 in the US and a relaxed lifestyle 01:18.380 --> 01:20.436 amongst the locals , as they are not 01:20.436 --> 01:22.602 always in a rush . Having patience and 01:22.602 --> 01:24.658 understanding will make driving less 01:24.658 --> 01:26.769 stressful and leave a good impression 01:26.769 --> 01:29.949 on our hosts . In order to own and 01:29.949 --> 01:32.150 operate a motor vehicle in Japan , all 01:32.150 --> 01:34.317 persons must be appropriately licensed 01:34.317 --> 01:36.317 with the United States Forces Japan 01:36.317 --> 01:39.540 Form 4EJ , Status of Forces Agreement 01:39.540 --> 01:40.650 or SOFA license . 01:45.580 --> 01:47.750 In order to apply for a SOFA license , 01:48.160 --> 01:50.382 you must have a valid license from your 01:50.382 --> 01:52.559 respective state , or if a first-time 01:52.559 --> 01:55.040 driver attend an accredited driver's 01:55.040 --> 01:56.096 program in Japan . 01:59.650 --> 02:01.849 All applicants must be at least 16 02:01.849 --> 02:04.250 years of age . However , personnel 02:04.250 --> 02:06.650 under age 18 are authorized to drive 02:06.650 --> 02:10.408 only on base . Those who wish to drive 02:10.408 --> 02:12.889 a motorcycle must attend the Motorcycle 02:12.889 --> 02:15.229 Safety Foundation Basic riders course 02:15.229 --> 02:17.340 provided by Marine Corps installation 02:17.340 --> 02:19.979 Safety Office , located on Kadena Air 02:19.979 --> 02:22.990 Force Base . For additional information 02:22.990 --> 02:25.669 on motorcycle licensing , contact the 02:25.669 --> 02:27.779 motorcycle training office at 02:27.779 --> 02:31.149 634-245-0 . 02:33.720 --> 02:35.839 Drivers are required by Japanese and 02:35.839 --> 02:38.240 military law to ensure all passengers 02:38.240 --> 02:40.184 are belted while the vehicle is in 02:40.184 --> 02:42.990 motion . Children ages 5 and under are 02:42.990 --> 02:45.119 to be secured in an infant or child 02:45.119 --> 02:48.419 safety seat . Keeping children in mind , 02:48.630 --> 02:50.789 military regulation prohibits leaving 02:50.789 --> 02:53.509 children ages 9 and under unattended in 02:53.509 --> 02:56.190 vehicles , regardless of time or reason . 02:57.110 --> 02:59.110 Violators will be cited , which can 02:59.110 --> 03:00.999 result in a suspension of driving 03:00.999 --> 03:03.110 privileges or administrative action . 03:04.910 --> 03:07.021 Drivers should be aware that any SOFA 03:07.021 --> 03:09.132 member can report traffic infractions 03:09.132 --> 03:11.243 committed by another SOFA member that 03:11.243 --> 03:13.132 falls under the provisions of the 03:13.132 --> 03:14.966 Marine Corps Bases Japan Traffic 03:14.966 --> 03:17.509 Supervision Corps . The complainant may 03:17.509 --> 03:19.679 report to any military police district 03:19.910 --> 03:21.854 and fill out the traffic violation 03:21.854 --> 03:24.550 report complaint form , or fill out the 03:24.550 --> 03:26.550 online form at the website listed . 03:34.919 --> 03:36.808 Just like most states in the US , 03:36.808 --> 03:38.641 texting and cell phone use while 03:38.641 --> 03:40.697 driving is strictly prohibited , the 03:40.697 --> 03:42.586 only exception being a hands-free 03:42.586 --> 03:45.720 device . Be aware that many vehicles 03:45.720 --> 03:47.609 will abruptly stop in the flow of 03:47.609 --> 03:51.050 traffic to answer a call . Bus 03:51.050 --> 03:53.161 exclusive lanes are exactly what they 03:53.161 --> 03:55.800 sound like for buses only . The green 03:55.800 --> 03:57.809 lane furthest left can be used most 03:57.809 --> 04:00.580 times of the day . However , at various 04:00.580 --> 04:02.747 locations throughout the island , they 04:02.747 --> 04:04.858 are restricted during certain hours . 04:06.279 --> 04:08.335 In Okinawa , buses have the right of 04:08.335 --> 04:10.789 way . Vehicles must come to a complete 04:10.789 --> 04:12.789 stop to let the bus merge back into 04:12.789 --> 04:16.089 traffic . On all military installations , 04:16.339 --> 04:18.506 vehicles must stop in either direction 04:18.506 --> 04:20.672 when approaching a school bus with the 04:20.672 --> 04:22.672 stop sign activated or a green line 04:22.672 --> 04:24.395 with the hazard lights flash . 04:27.170 --> 04:29.114 Pedestrians have right of way when 04:29.114 --> 04:32.399 crossing a street at crosswalks . Local 04:32.399 --> 04:34.621 children are taught to raise their hand 04:34.621 --> 04:36.843 when crossing , and drivers are to stop 04:36.843 --> 04:39.170 to ensure their safety . Be watchful 04:39.170 --> 04:41.337 for small children and elderly as they 04:41.337 --> 04:43.559 will sometimes cross the street without 04:43.559 --> 04:43.130 warning . 04:47.880 --> 04:49.936 Penalties in Japan for driving under 04:49.936 --> 04:51.658 the influence or driving while 04:51.658 --> 04:53.824 intoxicated are among the strictest of 04:53.824 --> 04:56.500 industrialized nations . If cited for a 04:56.500 --> 04:59.109 DUI , those with blood alcohol content 04:59.109 --> 05:02.920 between 0.03 and 0.079 , you 05:02.920 --> 05:05.760 will face up to 3 years or a fine of up 05:05.760 --> 05:09.760 to 500,000 yen . If cited for a DWI , 05:10.140 --> 05:12.029 those whose blood alcohol content 05:12.029 --> 05:14.579 exceeds 0.08 , you will face up to 5 05:14.579 --> 05:17.019 years in prison or a fine of up to 1 05:17.019 --> 05:20.910 million yen . In either case , you can 05:20.910 --> 05:23.077 rest assured that your license will be 05:23.077 --> 05:25.299 suspended or revoked for a minimum of 6 05:25.299 --> 05:29.269 months . Refusal to take a BAC 05:29.269 --> 05:31.470 test will result in arrest and a blood 05:31.470 --> 05:33.920 sample being taken . Other potential 05:33.920 --> 05:36.230 causes for fines and incarceration are 05:36.230 --> 05:38.350 riding with an intoxicated driver or 05:38.350 --> 05:41.440 serving alcohol to a known driver . If 05:41.440 --> 05:43.679 you are intoxicated , thus unable to 05:43.679 --> 05:46.720 drive legally , call a yo . DEICO will 05:46.720 --> 05:48.776 provide a licensed operator to drive 05:48.776 --> 05:50.998 your vehicle to the destination of your 05:50.998 --> 05:52.887 choosing . Simply call the number 05:52.887 --> 05:54.776 listed in the emergency telephone 05:54.776 --> 05:56.942 number section of your US Forces Japan 05:56.942 --> 05:59.619 operator's permit , and 2 drivers , 1 05:59.619 --> 06:01.841 to drive your vehicle and one to follow 06:01.841 --> 06:03.952 behind , will show up to get you home 06:03.952 --> 06:03.859 safely . 06:11.799 --> 06:13.809 Despite being illegal , mopeds and 06:13.809 --> 06:15.959 motorcycles will sometimes drive in 06:15.959 --> 06:18.181 between moving cars on the shoulders of 06:18.181 --> 06:20.760 traffic lanes . Always be aware of 06:20.760 --> 06:22.982 these vehicles between lanes to avoid a 06:22.982 --> 06:25.250 collision . Be patient with motorcycles 06:25.250 --> 06:27.417 in front of you as they take longer to 06:27.417 --> 06:30.609 accelerate and will stop abruptly . Be 06:30.609 --> 06:32.831 especially alert for motorcycles on the 06:32.831 --> 06:34.831 shoulder when you make a right turn 06:34.831 --> 06:37.053 into heavy traffic . Only make the turn 06:37.053 --> 06:39.276 when you can clearly see it is clear to 06:39.276 --> 06:42.959 go . When driving on the 06:42.959 --> 06:45.200 Okinawa Expressway , the maximum speed 06:45.200 --> 06:47.959 limit is 80 kilometers per hour or 50 06:48.450 --> 06:51.390 MPH . Additionally , the right lane is 06:51.390 --> 06:53.723 used as the passing lane , not the left . 06:54.649 --> 06:56.649 When you come to a toll road , make 06:56.649 --> 06:58.760 sure to have yen on hand to cover the 06:58.760 --> 07:02.119 fare . Should you lose the expressway 07:02.119 --> 07:04.119 ticket dispersed from the automatic 07:04.119 --> 07:06.230 teller , you will be charged the full 07:06.230 --> 07:08.397 fare from the most distant entranceway 07:08.397 --> 07:11.859 to the expressway . Parking in Okinawa 07:11.859 --> 07:14.339 is severely limited . Make sure you 07:14.339 --> 07:16.561 park in designated spaces to ensure you 07:16.561 --> 07:20.200 do not get sighted . All parking and 07:20.200 --> 07:22.559 traffic fines must be paid in yen at 07:22.559 --> 07:24.781 any Japanese bank or post office within 07:24.781 --> 07:28.779 14 days . Off base , unlike in 07:28.779 --> 07:31.059 the US , it is illegal to turn on a red 07:31.059 --> 07:33.859 light . As a reminder , make sure to 07:33.859 --> 07:35.970 check your side and rear view mirrors 07:35.970 --> 07:38.260 before executing a turn . When you come 07:38.260 --> 07:40.316 to a traffic light , you will notice 07:40.316 --> 07:42.316 that light changes take longer than 07:42.316 --> 07:44.316 back in the states . Also be on the 07:44.316 --> 07:46.482 lookout for drivers proceeding through 07:46.482 --> 07:48.538 the intersection after receiving the 07:48.538 --> 07:50.538 red light signal to stop . When you 07:50.538 --> 07:52.704 receive the green light to go , always 07:52.704 --> 07:52.609 make sure opposing traffic has come to 07:52.609 --> 07:53.609 a complete stop . 07:56.070 --> 07:58.181 Materials used to construct the roads 07:58.181 --> 08:00.403 on Okinawa are not the same as the ones 08:00.403 --> 08:02.589 used in America . Here , all roads 08:02.589 --> 08:04.700 other than the Okinawa Expressway are 08:04.700 --> 08:06.756 mixed with limestone , which is very 08:06.756 --> 08:09.500 slippery when wet . In addition to 08:09.500 --> 08:11.459 being slippery , limestone roads 08:11.459 --> 08:14.140 deteriorate fast , so expect a bumpy 08:14.140 --> 08:17.040 ride from time to time . Drive with 08:17.040 --> 08:19.096 caution when conditions are poor and 08:19.096 --> 08:21.318 give yourself plenty of room to break . 08:22.410 --> 08:24.466 Along some roadways , you may notice 08:24.466 --> 08:26.632 traffic cameras like the ones shown to 08:26.632 --> 08:29.670 detect speeding violators . You may 08:29.670 --> 08:31.503 have made it to your destination 08:31.503 --> 08:33.392 without being physically handed a 08:33.392 --> 08:35.448 ticket , but you will receive one in 08:35.448 --> 08:37.670 the mail a few days later . Speeding is 08:37.670 --> 08:39.726 a serious penalty under Japanese law 08:39.726 --> 08:43.280 and carries a hefty fine . Okinawan 08:43.280 --> 08:45.336 drivers are not used to merging into 08:45.336 --> 08:47.169 traffic . They tend to come to a 08:47.169 --> 08:49.336 complete stop , and when it is safe to 08:49.336 --> 08:51.447 go , they will proceed into a lane of 08:51.447 --> 08:53.558 traffic . Again , be patient and look 08:53.558 --> 08:55.613 in front of you , as well as in your 08:55.613 --> 08:57.891 side and rearview mirrors when merging . 08:58.359 --> 09:00.526 As a professional driver , you must be 09:00.526 --> 09:02.415 aware that this sign identifies a 09:02.415 --> 09:04.526 beginner driver is behind the wheel . 09:04.526 --> 09:06.919 As such , be extra cautious driving 09:06.919 --> 09:09.086 around them as they are known to drive 09:09.086 --> 09:10.752 slower and brake abruptly and 09:10.752 --> 09:12.909 frequently . If you get into an 09:12.909 --> 09:15.020 accident with a beginner driver , the 09:15.020 --> 09:17.076 fault will be on you , no matter the 09:17.076 --> 09:19.020 circumstance . The same applies to 09:19.020 --> 09:20.020 senior citizens . 09:26.099 --> 09:28.321 In the unfortunate case that you happen 09:28.321 --> 09:30.488 to get into an accident , both drivers 09:30.488 --> 09:32.710 are required to stay on the scene until 09:32.710 --> 09:34.780 released by police . Failure to obey 09:34.780 --> 09:36.929 this law will result in a citation . 09:40.659 --> 09:42.881 As you prepare to drive on the roads of 09:42.881 --> 09:44.992 Okinawa , be mindful of the following 09:44.992 --> 09:47.215 intersections , which are notorious for 09:47.215 --> 09:49.326 accidents . Just south of Camp Foster 09:49.326 --> 09:51.789 on Highway 58 is the Isa intersection . 09:53.440 --> 09:55.662 Numerous rear end collisions occur here 09:55.662 --> 09:57.829 as drivers look for a brake in traffic 09:57.829 --> 09:59.662 to merge , failing to notice the 09:59.662 --> 10:01.773 vehicle in front of them has suddenly 10:01.773 --> 10:05.229 hit the brakes . A Michioeki 10:05.229 --> 10:07.419 intersection , approximately 1 mile 10:07.419 --> 10:10.190 west of Cadina's Gate 3 , is another 10:10.190 --> 10:12.412 dangerous location where motorists need 10:12.412 --> 10:16.409 to be vigilant . Many tour buses bring 10:16.409 --> 10:18.520 passengers to view the air operations 10:18.520 --> 10:20.742 on the Kadina flight line . Therefore , 10:20.742 --> 10:22.965 remain watchful of pedestrians crossing 10:22.965 --> 10:25.960 the street . Finally , the Kokutai 10:25.960 --> 10:28.071 Street intersection , which is only a 10:28.071 --> 10:30.182 quarter mile south of Kadina Gate 1 , 10:30.182 --> 10:32.840 where Highway 23 merges into Highway 58 , 10:33.159 --> 10:35.381 is the scene of many high-speed traffic 10:35.381 --> 10:38.340 mishaps . When approaching this 10:38.340 --> 10:40.580 intersection , reduce your speed so you 10:40.580 --> 10:42.247 are able to brake suddenly if 10:42.247 --> 10:44.739 pedestrians , cyclists , or other cars 10:44.739 --> 10:48.049 attempt to cross or merge . As you 10:48.049 --> 10:50.160 become accustomed to the rules of the 10:50.160 --> 10:52.438 road , you will feel much more at ease , 10:52.438 --> 10:54.493 allowing yourself to venture further 10:54.493 --> 10:56.716 out from base and immerse yourself into 10:56.716 --> 10:58.882 the magnificent local culture , making 10:58.882 --> 11:00.938 your tour here much more enjoyable . 11:04.859 --> 11:07.081 Good day , ladies and gentlemen . Today 11:07.081 --> 11:09.359 we will be discussing the U-turn brief . 11:09.359 --> 11:11.081 A directive handed down by the 11:11.081 --> 11:12.803 commanding general and Provost 11:12.803 --> 11:14.803 Marshal's office . Please note that 11:14.803 --> 11:17.026 this presentation is intended to ensure 11:17.026 --> 11:18.803 understanding and not to insult 11:18.803 --> 11:21.039 anyone's intelligence . In this slide , 11:21.119 --> 11:23.520 we present various no U-turn signs 11:23.520 --> 11:26.080 commonly found on the island . The sign 11:26.080 --> 11:28.136 on the left is typically placed near 11:28.136 --> 11:30.080 stop lights , while the one on the 11:30.080 --> 11:32.080 right are painted on the pavement . 11:32.140 --> 11:35.250 Indicating no U-turn allowed . It is 11:35.250 --> 11:36.861 essential to adhere to these 11:36.861 --> 11:39.729 regulations as making an illegal U-turn 11:39.729 --> 11:41.951 resulting in an accident can render you 11:41.951 --> 11:45.890 liable for all damages and costs . This 11:45.890 --> 11:48.057 slide illustrates the area outside the 11:48.057 --> 11:51.020 commissary gate on Camp Foster . Often , 11:51.130 --> 11:53.019 drivers attempt to bypass traffic 11:53.019 --> 11:55.409 lights marked by the circled area by 11:55.409 --> 11:57.465 making a U-turn at the herald marked 11:57.465 --> 12:00.539 location . Although this area may not 12:00.539 --> 12:03.130 display a no U-turn sign explicitly , 12:03.460 --> 12:05.682 crossing three lanes of traffic in this 12:05.682 --> 12:07.460 manner is prohibited due to its 12:07.460 --> 12:11.250 hazardous nature . A closer 12:11.250 --> 12:13.083 look from a different angle at a 12:13.083 --> 12:15.083 situation described in the previous 12:15.083 --> 12:16.083 slide . 12:18.979 --> 12:21.090 This slide addresses the significance 12:21.090 --> 12:23.210 of new driver's decals and elderly 12:23.210 --> 12:25.489 driver's decals . If you encounter 12:25.489 --> 12:27.630 vehicles displaying these decals , 12:27.640 --> 12:29.696 exercise caution and maintain a safe 12:29.696 --> 12:32.419 distance . Should an accident occur 12:32.419 --> 12:34.641 with any of these marked vehicles , you 12:34.641 --> 12:36.475 will be held responsible for any 12:36.475 --> 12:39.599 resulting damages . Importantly , those 12:39.599 --> 12:41.599 without a stateside license are not 12:41.599 --> 12:44.479 eligible for new driver's decal . If 12:44.479 --> 12:46.701 you acquire a vehicle with this decal , 12:46.960 --> 12:49.071 kindly remove it to avoid receiving a 12:49.071 --> 12:52.989 citation . Similarly , do not 12:52.989 --> 12:55.211 attempt to display these decals on your 12:55.211 --> 12:57.156 vehicle if you possess a stateside 12:57.156 --> 12:59.849 license . Engaging in texting and 12:59.849 --> 13:02.071 driving is strictly prohibited and will 13:02.071 --> 13:03.738 result in an automatic 60 day 13:03.738 --> 13:05.627 suspension of your sofa license . 13:06.429 --> 13:08.429 Furthermore , fines will be imposed 13:08.429 --> 13:10.651 based on the type of vehicle operated . 13:11.500 --> 13:14.890 $250 for white white plate vehicles , 13:15.260 --> 13:18.289 $180 for yellow e plate vehicles . 13:19.090 --> 13:22.770 $150 for motorcycles and $120 for 13:22.770 --> 13:26.239 mopeds . To reinstate your sofa license , 13:26.450 --> 13:28.650 you must obtain an approval from an 05 13:28.650 --> 13:30.539 or higher commander or attend the 13:30.539 --> 13:33.409 remedial driver's course . This slide 13:33.409 --> 13:35.510 addresses the issue of road rage , 13:35.840 --> 13:37.950 locally known as Audi driving . 13:38.710 --> 13:40.630 Engaging in road rage can lead to 13:40.630 --> 13:42.869 severe penalties , including up to 3 13:42.869 --> 13:45.090 years of incarceration and a fine of 13:45.090 --> 13:48.309 500,000 yen . Causing an accident 13:48.309 --> 13:50.349 during an episode of road rage can 13:50.349 --> 13:52.539 result up to 5 years of incarceration 13:52.539 --> 13:54.239 and a fine of 1 million yen . 13:56.340 --> 13:58.780 Examples of rotor behavior include 13:58.780 --> 14:01.140 rapid lane changes , cutting off other 14:01.140 --> 14:04.409 drivers , brake checking , tailgating , 14:04.659 --> 14:06.900 flashing lights , inching close to 14:06.900 --> 14:09.122 drivers to make them move and excessive 14:09.122 --> 14:12.450 horn honking . Be mindful of vehicles 14:12.450 --> 14:14.609 displaying decals like the ones shown 14:14.609 --> 14:16.890 in this slide . These decals indicate 14:16.890 --> 14:19.239 the presence of an in-vehicle camera 14:19.239 --> 14:21.239 that continuously records footage . 14:22.460 --> 14:24.659 Many local nationals use these cameras 14:24.659 --> 14:27.140 to substantiate insurance claims , and 14:27.140 --> 14:29.362 many share the footage with authorities 14:29.362 --> 14:31.251 in the event of witnessing unsafe 14:31.251 --> 14:33.700 driving practices such as Audi driving . 14:34.960 --> 14:36.849 If implicated , you may receive a 14:36.849 --> 14:39.270 citation through this channel . Should 14:39.270 --> 14:41.381 you have an in-vehicle camera , it is 14:41.381 --> 14:43.603 essential to display the required decal 14:43.603 --> 14:45.270 on your rear window as well . 14:46.169 --> 14:48.599 Breathalyzers are randomly utilized at 14:48.599 --> 14:51.229 all military camps on the island , both 14:51.229 --> 14:54.109 upon entry and exit . They can be 14:54.109 --> 14:56.220 administered at random checkpoints on 14:56.220 --> 14:58.760 base . The image illustrates the 14:58.760 --> 15:00.760 Kitagawa balloon test , commonly 15:00.760 --> 15:02.371 employed by the Japanese law 15:02.371 --> 15:04.599 enforcement . Please comply with these 15:04.599 --> 15:08.099 testing procedures as required . Lastly , 15:08.250 --> 15:10.340 it is your responsibility to ensure 15:10.340 --> 15:12.562 that your stateside driver's license is 15:12.562 --> 15:14.784 current and up to date . Some locations 15:14.784 --> 15:16.951 on the island may require presentation 15:16.951 --> 15:19.118 of your stateside license . Failure to 15:19.118 --> 15:21.340 possess a valid and current license may 15:21.340 --> 15:23.173 result in receiving a citation . 15:24.500 --> 15:26.429 Acquiring and owning a vehicle in 15:26.429 --> 15:28.869 Okinawa involves 3 key requirements . 15:29.580 --> 15:31.989 The first pertains to auto insurance . 15:32.200 --> 15:34.640 When procuring a vehicle , acquiring 15:34.640 --> 15:36.307 auto insurance is mandatory . 15:37.270 --> 15:39.214 First-time buyers are obligated to 15:39.214 --> 15:41.048 initiate coverage with a minimum 15:41.048 --> 15:44.200 3-month insurance policy . Although 15:44.200 --> 15:46.367 paying upfront for a year is an option 15:46.367 --> 15:49.890 as well . Insurance 15:49.890 --> 15:51.969 payments can be made in yen or by 15:51.969 --> 15:55.169 credit card . Insurance rates differ 15:55.169 --> 15:57.002 based on the age and rank of the 15:57.002 --> 16:00.239 service member . The second requirement 16:00.239 --> 16:03.000 involves road tax . All drivers must 16:03.000 --> 16:05.000 pay the annual road tax for their 16:05.000 --> 16:07.440 vehicles with rates varying according 16:07.440 --> 16:10.169 to vehicle type . To get specific rates , 16:10.210 --> 16:12.377 you can consult your insurance company 16:12.377 --> 16:16.169 or JSVRO . Road tax 16:16.169 --> 16:18.336 payments are due between April and May 16:18.336 --> 16:20.336 and can be submitted in yen at your 16:20.336 --> 16:23.809 insurance office . Upon receipt , affix 16:23.809 --> 16:26.020 the new sticker on your vehicle 16:26.020 --> 16:28.340 windshield . This process typically 16:28.340 --> 16:31.719 takes about a week . The final 16:31.719 --> 16:34.200 requirement is the JCI , mandatory for 16:34.200 --> 16:37.309 all vehicles in Okinawa . JCI 16:37.309 --> 16:39.309 inspections are valid for 2 years . 16:39.840 --> 16:42.119 Begin by purchasing the JCI vehicle at 16:42.119 --> 16:44.559 your insurance company , then pay road 16:44.559 --> 16:48.109 taxes at the Alpha counter at JSVRO . A 16:48.109 --> 16:51.820 $50 AI inspection fee in USD is 16:51.820 --> 16:55.169 also required . A typical JCI costs 16:55.169 --> 16:58.179 between $300 USD and $500 USD .