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How to Enroll — English Support Available

This page explains the enrollment requirements, required documents, procedures, and payment methods for enrolling at Musashisakai Driving School. English-speaking staff can guide you through the process — if you'd like support in English, please make a reservation in advance via the Contact Form, as English-speaking staff are limited.

*English support is available by advance reservation via the Contact Form only.

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Eligibility Requirements

To enroll, you must meet the age and vision requirements for the license category you wish to obtain.

  • Age Requirements

    Regular Car License (AT / MT):

    • 17 years and 6 months or older

    Semi-Medium Vehicle License:

    • 17 years and 6 months or older

    Medium Vehicle License:

    • 20 years or older, with at least 2 years of driving experience after obtaining a regular car license or equivalent

    Regular Motorcycle License:

    • 16 years or older

    Large Motorcycle License:

    • 18 years or older

  • Vision Requirements

    Regular Car and Motorcycle Licenses

    • At least 0.7 vision in both eyes combined
    • At least 0.3 vision in each eye

    Semi-Medium and Medium Vehicle Licenses

    • At least 0.8 vision in both eyes combined
    • At least 0.5 vision in each eye
    • Average depth perception of 20 mm or less in the depth perception test

    *Glasses or contact lenses may be used if needed.

Required Items for Enrollment

Please prepare the following items when enrolling.

  • Resident Certificate (Juminhyo)

    Please bring a Resident Certificate issued within the last month.

    Resident Certificate (Juminhyo)

    Your certificate must include

    • Name
    • Date of birth
    • Sex
    • Nationality / Region
    • Date you became a foreign resident

    For mid- to long-term residents

    • Status of residence
    • Period of stay
    • Expiration date of period of stay
    • Residence card number

    For special permanent residents

    • Special permanent resident status
    • Special permanent resident certificate number

    A Resident Certificate is not required for motorcycle license applicants who already hold a Japanese driver's license, license restriction-removal courses, or Refresher Driving Lessons. If more than 6 months have passed between the issue date of your Resident Certificate and your provisional test, you'll need to submit a new certificate.

  • Identification

    A valid ID — Residence Card, My Number Card, Student ID, or Passport. Foreign residents must bring their Residence Card.

  • Driver’s License

    If you already have a Japanese driver’s license, please bring it with you.

  • Glasses or Contact Lenses

    If you need glasses or contact lenses to drive, please bring them for the aptitude test.

  • Photo for Your Student Record

    Taken during enrollment. Please remove hats, masks, and colored contact lenses beforehand.

  • Tuition Fees

    Please prepare payment for your selected course. For available payment methods, please see the Payment Methods section below.

  • Applicants with Disabilities

    If you have a hearing impairment, physical disability, or other condition that may affect your ability to obtain a driver’s license in Japan, you may need to consult a driver’s license center in advance. Please contact us before visiting.

  • First Aid Training Exemption

    Students with certain medical qualifications, such as doctors, nurses, or emergency lifesaving technicians, may be exempt from first aid training. If this applies to you, please bring your professional certification when enrolling.

Payment Methods

We offer several payment options for your convenience.

  • Cash / Debit Card

    You may pay the full training fee or make a deposit of ¥30,000 or more. If you pay a deposit, the remaining balance must be paid in cash or by one of the payment methods below within one week of enrollment and before your training begins.

  • Credit Card

    The following credit cards are accepted:

    • Visa
    • Mastercard
    • American Express
    • Diners Club
    • JCB

  • Installment Plans / Student Loans

    Installment payment plans are available through:

    • Orico
    • Marui

    Loan applications require screening by the financing company and may take time for approval.

  • Bank Transfer

    Bank transfer details will be provided after enrollment.

  • QR Code Payment

    PayPay

After Enrollment

After completing enrollment, you'll attend the orientation, aptitude test, and Introductory Theory Lesson 1, generally held from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM (4:30–6:00 PM if you already hold a license other than a moped license).

*These sessions are generally held every day, but may be cancelled on some days — please check the latest notices.

  1. English Support

    If you'd like English support during orientation, please make a reservation in advance.

  2. Same Day Attendance

    To attend orientation the same day as enrollment, arrive around 3:00 PM (2:30 PM on weekends and public holidays) and let staff know.

  3. Vision Test

    If you don't pass the vision test, you'll attend orientation on another day instead.

  4. Theory Lesson 1

    Introductory Theory Lesson 1 follows orientation and the aptitude test as part of the same session.

Ready to start your driving license journey?

Visit our contact page to learn more about our programs and how to start your application today.

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