- Japan has introduced a legal blood-alcohol limit of 0.15 milligrams per liter for cyclists, enabling police to enforce drunk cycling laws.
- Reckless cycling, including smartphone use, can trigger immediate driver's license suspension under Article 103 of the Road Traffic Act.
- Those who facilitate drunk cycling by providing alcohol or allowing someone to ride under the influence may also face penalties.

A: Did you hear about the new cycling rules? It’s crazy!
B: No way! What’s happening?

A: Apparently, they're cracking down *hard* on drunk cycling!
B: Seriously? I thought people just biked home sometimes.

A: Yeah, but now there’s a specific alcohol limit – 0.15 milligrams per liter.
B: Wow, that’s a number I need to remember!

A: If you’re over that, police can give you a breathalyzer.
B: And if you fail?

A: They can suspend your driver’s license! Even if you weren’t driving a car!
B: That’s intense! Article 103, right?

A: Exactly! Reckless cycling can be seen as “dangerous driving.”
B: So, it’s like they're treating bikes the same as cars now.

A: Totally! And they're also watching out for people using their phones while cycling.
B: Oh, so no TikTok on the bike either?

A: Nope! And get this - they can fine you even if you *let* someone else cycle drunk!
B: You’re kidding! Like, if you buy someone a drink and then they bike home?

A: Yep! It's a big deal now. The numbers are way up. Only 23 licenses suspended last year, now it's almost 900!
B: That’s a huge jump! Better to take a taxi or the train, I guess.
A: Definitely! Or just stay home and cook!