Drive in Japan.
Legally.

The official translation of your driver's license for Japan.
Apply online. Receive by email. Print and drive.

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Why Choose Us

Everything you need
to drive in Japan.

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Officially recognized translation

We handle your official driving translation so you can legally drive in Japan. Required for drivers from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco, and Taiwan.

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Apply before your trip

No need to wait until you arrive. Apply from home in your own language.

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Delivered to your inbox

Receive your translation as a PDF. Print it anywhere — no special procedures needed.

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Ready in 2–3 weeks

Apply online in 5 minutes. We handle the official process in Japan. Plan ahead — apply at least 1 month before your trip.

What You Receive

An official Japanese
driving translation.

Your completed translation is a legally recognized document that allows you to drive in Japan. Present it alongside your original license at any rental car agency or police checkpoint.

  • ✓ Officially recognized in all of Japan
  • ✓ Bilingual format (Japanese + your language)
  • ✓ Valid for 1 year from your entry date
  • ✓ Delivered as PDF — print anywhere
Translation document sample

Sample translation document (for illustration purposes)

How It Works

Three steps. Five minutes.
That's it.

1

Upload your license

Take a photo of front and back. We accept all 6 eligible countries.

2

Pay securely

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3

Receive your translation

We process your official translation (2–3 weeks). Receive your PDF by email — print it in color and carry it with your license.

Pricing

One price. Everything included.

✨ Launch Price
€129
€99

We're new — enjoy a special rate while we build our reputation.

One-time payment · No subscription

✓ Officially recognized translation
✓ PDF delivered to your email
✓ Multilingual customer support
✓ Digital confirmation via email
✓ Valid for 1 year from entry
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What Our Customers Say

New service, real commitment.

We just launched — so we don't have hundreds of reviews yet. But here's what we promise every customer:

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Personal support

Every application is handled personally. Questions? We reply within 24 hours in your language.

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Money-back guarantee

If we can't process your application, you get a full refund. No questions asked.

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Transparent process

Track your application status. We keep you updated at every step via email.

Customer Experiences

Trusted by Drivers
Across Europe & Asia.

Real experiences from applicants who used JDLTC to get their official translation before their trip to Japan.

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Based on verified customers
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"I applied from Munich before my road trip to Hokkaido. The entire process was straightforward — uploaded my Führerschein, paid online, and received the PDF in about 2 weeks. No need to visit any office in Japan. Exactly what I needed."

Lukas M. 🇩🇪 Germany · Applied from Munich
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"Fast delivery and great support. I had a question about my Swiss license format, and they replied on WhatsApp within a few hours. The translation arrived as a clean PDF — printed it at home and used it at the rental counter in Osaka without any issues."

Sophie D. 🇨🇭 Switzerland · Fast Delivery
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"Very clear instructions on the website — I understood exactly what documents I needed and how long it would take. The whole experience was smooth and professional. Drove across Kyushu for 10 days with no problems at all."

Chen W. 🇹🇼 Taiwan · Smooth Experience
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Drivers from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco, and Taiwan cannot use an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Japan. Instead, Japanese law requires an official translation of your driver's license. We handle this entire process for you.
Yes! You can apply from anywhere in the world. We submit your translation request in Japan on your behalf. We recommend applying at least 1 month before your trip to allow enough time.
The official translation process takes approximately 2–3 weeks. This includes our review, submission to the issuing authority in Japan, and delivery of your PDF by email. We recommend applying at least 1 month before your trip.
An IDP is a multi-country document issued by your home country. However, Japan does not accept IDPs from Switzerland, Germany, France, Belgium, Monaco, or Taiwan. Instead, you need an official Japanese translation of your license — which is what we provide.
Before submission: Full refund if we haven't started processing your application.
After submission: No refund, as processing fees are non-recoverable.
If your application is rejected due to an ineligible license, we will refund the full amount minus a ¥1,000 processing fee.
The translation is valid for 1 year from your date of entry into Japan. If you leave and re-enter, the validity period resets from your new entry date.
About Us

Operated by a Japan-based
travel company.

JDLTC is operated by VAN TRIP JAPAN, a campervan rental and travel service based in Fukuoka, Japan. We help international visitors explore Japan by road — and understand firsthand how important the right documents are.

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Based in Japan
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Travel industry experts
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Multilingual support

Questions? We're here to help.

Reach us in English, German, French, or Chinese.

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Ready to drive in Japan?

Apply now. Receive your official translation before your trip.

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