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: You need either a valid Japanese driver's license or a foreign license with an International Driving Permit (valid for one year). 2. The Proof-of-Parking Rule ( Shako Shomeisho )

: Japan uses registered seals instead of signatures for official car registration. You must register your inkan at your local city hall and obtain an Inkan Toroku Shomeisho (seal registration certificate).

Before you even step into a dealership, you must have several key items ready:

: You must have a registered address at your local ward office to obtain a Certificate of Residence ( Juminhyo ), which is essential for registration.