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Those who drive a car with a child younger than 6 years old must have a child seat. Failure to do so will result in deduction of 1 driver's license point (same penalty for not wearing a seat belt).
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- A car in which a child seat cannot be installed for structural reasons
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- When a child is being taken care of (being fed, etc.)
- When riding on public transportation
Yomiuri Article 2008.7.25 Japan Pediatric Society, effectiveness.
 
 
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What's up? March/April 2009

  • Cash Handout: The Japanese government is handing out Y20,000 per child and Y12,000 per adult starting in March/April. Who's getting this money?
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