Japan halves speed limit to 30km/h on all narrow city streets

Speed limit dropped from 60km/h for around 70% of general roads in the hope of making narrow streets of crowded cities safer
55 points by haunter 49 days ago www.theguardian.com 51 comments

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Japan has reduced the speed limit on narrow city streets from 60 km/h to 30 km/h, aiming to enhance safety in densely populated areas. This significant change affects about 70% of general roads, reflecting a proactive approach to urban safety.

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