Official JAF translation 道
Drive in Japan. Simply.
We obtain the official JAF translation of your driving licence for you — 100% online, checked by our team, delivered before you leave.
- Secure payment
- Responsive support
- French-Swiss company
- Official JAF translation
- Fast delivery
72h
PDF delivered on the Priority plan
100%
online, nothing to mail
5 countries
France, Switzerland, Belgium, Monaco, Germany
7/7
a team that answers you
The journey
Your translation in 4 steps
You fill in one form. We take care of everything else.
- 1
You place your order
5 minutes is all it takes: your details, a photo of both sides of your licence, and you're set.
- 2
We check your file
Our team reviews every document before submission to rule out any risk of rejection.
- 3
The official translation is issued
We obtain the certified translation from JAF, the only authorised body in Japan.
- 4
You receive your translation
PDF within 72h on Priority, or printed at any Japanese konbini on Standard. You're ready to drive.
Pricing
Simple, transparent pricing
No hidden fees. The price includes the official JAF translation and our end-to-end support.
Standard
For planned departures
€59.90per licence
- Official JAF translation
- Printed at a Japanese konbini
- 4 to 7 days turnaround
Priority
If your departure is coming up soon
€79.90per licence
- Priority processing of your file
- PDF received within 72 hours
- Official JAF translation
Secure payment by Stripe · Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay — and TWINT in Switzerland.
Why Michi
The safest route to the Japanese road
Official, no compromise
Your translation is issued by JAF, the only body recognised by Japanese law. Nothing less.
Genuinely fast
Priority plan: your PDF within 72 hours. No vague timelines — a clear commitment.
100% online
No mail, no appointments. Your file takes 5 minutes to complete, from your sofa.
Humans who answer
A question? Our French-Swiss team replies 7 days a week, in French, German or English.
Transparent pricing
The price you see is the price you pay. Translation, support and checks included.
Your data protected
Encrypted documents, GDPR compliant, automatic deletion after processing.
Reviews
They hit the road with Michi
Travellers from all over Europe trust us.
“Ordered on a Sunday evening, PDF received Wednesday morning. We picked up the rental car in Osaka without a hitch. Thank you!”
Claire
Verified review
“Impeccable service and a very responsive team: I had a question about my Swiss licence, answered within ten minutes.”
Lukas
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“Everything was clear from start to finish, with updates at every step. Exactly what we needed before our Hokkaido road trip.”
Sofie
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The team
One French-Swiss team, one mission
Michi was born from a simple belief: paperwork should never spoil the excitement of planning a trip. From Lyon and Biel, we make obtaining the official JAF translation effortless for European travellers.
Founding partner
Based in Lyon, France
Founding partner
Based in Biel, Switzerland
FAQ
The questions we hear most
Is the Michi translation really official?+
Yes. We obtain the translation issued by JAF (Japan Automobile Federation), the only body authorised by Japanese law. It is exactly the document required by Japanese police and car rental companies.
Which countries are eligible?+
Licences issued in France, Switzerland, Belgium, Monaco and Germany allow you to drive in Japan with a JAF translation — no international permit needed.
How fast will I receive my translation?+
With the Priority plan, you receive your PDF within 72 hours. With Standard, your translation is ready within 4 to 7 days, printable at any konbini in Japan.
What documents do I need?+
Just a photo or scan of both sides of your driving licence, perfectly legible and in colour. We handle everything else.
How long is the translation valid?+
The translation has no expiry date as long as your licence remains valid. It allows you to drive in Japan for one year from your entry into the country.
What if my file is rejected?+
We check every file before submission, precisely to avoid rejections. If a document is an issue, we contact you immediately to fix it.
Your licence, ready for Japan.
Order in 5 minutes. Receive your official translation before departure.
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