Regulating the Roads: Japan's New Cycling Laws and Global Politics

This chapter explores Japan's revised road traffic laws that impose stricter regulations on cyclists, particularly addressing cycling under the influence and phone usage. It also examines various global political events, including the pro-EU rally in Georgia, implications of political actions in the US, and highlights the leadership transition in Indonesia, focusing on economic development and rising public concerns over democracy. Furthermore, it features a discussion on the intertwining of architecture, philosophy, and poetry, emphasizing the emotional impact of designed spaces.