14:10 (05:10)â¢Pedal with Caution: Japan's New Cycling Laws Take Effect
âšThe newspapers report on the implementation of a new traffic law introducing penalties for dangerous cycling, including phone use and drunk riding (Kyodo News, TBS, Yomiuri). The transition to "My Number" health insurance cards, set to replace traditional cards on December 2, is causing concern due to low adoption rates (Asahi, Hokkaido Shimbun). Political developments include opposition parties planning talks on political reform (NHK, Yahoo News Japan).