Due to recent amendments to traffic laws (Road Traffic Act), penalties for riding a bicycle under the influence of alcohol have been significantly strengthened.
Violators may face up to 3 years of imprisonment or a fine of up to 500,000 yen, and such offenses may result in a criminal record.
In addition, riding a bicycle while using a smartphone, wearing headphones, or holding an umbrella is also subject to penalties.
Please note that having a criminal record may affect procedures such as visa renewal.
We strongly encourage you to follow all traffic rules and ride safely.

For more details, please refer to the URL below.

Tougher regulations now in place against alcohol-impaired cycling (Metropolitan Police Department)

Using a mobile phone while operating a bicycle is now prohibited and punishable (Metropolitan Police Department)

HOW TO RIDE A BICYCLE THE RIGHT WAY (Metropolitan Police Department)