Moto 400cc para habilitados

400cc Motorcycle Intensive Course for Those Who Already Hold a Japanese Driver's License

Do you already have a Japanese driver's license and want to get a 400cc motorcycle license as well?

A UNISERV, in partnership with the Driving Strada, offers an Intensive Course for a 400cc Motorcycle License, held at a Japanese driving school located in Kyoto.

This program is intended for those who already hold a Japanese driver's license and wish to add the 400cc motorcycle category.

The course condenses all the practical training into approximately 9 days, allowing students to complete the necessary steps in a shorter period of time.

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Since the student already has a Japanese driver's license, the process is different from the Zero 400cc motorcycle category.

The process works as follows:

1

INTENSIVE COURSE REGISTRATION A spot is reserved at the Japanese driving school in Kyoto, based on available dates.
2

ENROLLMENT IN THE INTENSIVE COURSE IN KYOTO On the selected date, the student travels to Kyoto and begins the Intensive Course. Over the course of approximately 9 days, the student will participate in the practical classes and training required to obtain the new certification.
3

PRACTICAL EXAM After completing the preparation, the student takes the practical test. Upon passing the test and completing the necessary steps, the student can proceed with the procedures for adding the new category to their Japanese driver's license at the Menkyo Center.

ABOUT VALUES

The price includes the intensive course held at the Japanese driving school. Lodging and meals are not included in the course price.

400cc MOTORCYCLE FOR LICENSED RIDERS ¥135,000

Payment methods: cash or in installments on your credit card, in as many installments as your credit card issuer allows.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Hands-on classes
Track Training
Practical Exam
First Aid Training
In-person support in Portuguese on the first day
In-person support in Portuguese on the day of the final practical exam
For residents of Aichi Prefecture: Assistance on the day of driver's license pickup at the Toyokawa Menkyo Center

In-person support in Portuguese

Students receive in-person support in Portuguese during key stages of the course.

Standard follow-up is performed:

• On the first day, during orientation and registration at the Japanese driving school;

• On the day of the final practical exam.

During certain periods—especially during holiday weeks when there are larger groups of students—in-person supervision may be provided for additional days.

This availability varies depending on the time of year and is not part of the standard course follow-up.

DO I NEED TO KNOW JAPANESE?

You don't need to have an advanced level of Japanese.

Language is not usually the main obstacle to taking the course.

The most important thing is for the student to be dedicated during training, to follow the instructions provided, and to be able to correctly memorize the route used during classes and the practical test.

Therefore, dedication and preparation are essential to completing the process.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Accommodations are optional and are not included in the price of the Intensive Course.

A shared apartment is available for students, typically occupied by up to 3 people.

Accommodation rate: ¥3,000 per night.

For a course lasting approximately 9 days, the estimate is ¥27,000, and may vary depending on the actual length of stay.

The apartment is about a 10-minute walk from the station.

APARTMENT RATE

A fee of ¥15,000 is charged in advance for use of the apartment.

If the apartment is returned clean and in good condition at the end of the stay, ¥10,000 will be refunded to the student.

In the event of damage to the apartment, the person responsible must pay the amount corresponding to the damage caused.

I DON'T WANT TO LIVE IN A SHARED APARTMENT. IS THERE ANOTHER OPTION?

Yes.

If the student prefers not to use the apartment provided, he or she may arrange for other accommodations.

For example, there is an internet café near the driving school that costs about ¥3,000 and offers shower facilities and coffee.

Students may also arrange other lodging options on their own.

TRANSPORTATION DURING THE COURSE

🚶 Station → apartment

The apartment is about a 10-minute walk from the station.

🚌 Station → driving school

The Japanese driving school provides transportation between the station and the school.

⚠️ Apartment → driving school

There is no direct transportation between the apartment and the driving school.

If a student wishes to use the transportation provided by the school, they must first go to the station.

IN THE EVENT OF FAILURE

If a student fails the practical exam, there will be an additional fee to continue the process.

There is no set limit on the number of additional classes. The number needed will depend on each student's performance.

OTHER COSTS

In addition to the cost of the Intensive Course, students should take into account other potential expenses that may arise during the program.

The following are not included in the ¥135,000 price:

Fees Charged by the Menkyo Center
Accommodations
Food
Round-trip transportation to Kyoto
Personal expenses
Additional hands-on classes as needed
Retakes in Case of Failure

Support at the Menkyo Center

The final steps of the process after the intensive course ends must be completed at the Menkyo Center.
Residents of Aichi Prefecture: In-person assistance at the Toyokawa Menkyo Center on the day the application process is completed.
Residents of other provinces: In-person support may be available depending on your province of residence. Please contact our team to check availability in your area.

NEXT STEP

Do you already have a Japanese driver's license and want to get your 400cc motorcycle license as well?

Please contact our team so we can check the available dates for the Intensive Course in Kyoto and guide you through the next steps.

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