Japanese Yield Sign - “止まれ” Road Sign Meaning and Usage #2305012 (License: Personal Use)

This image shows a standard Japanese yield sign, shaped as an inverted triangle with a double-lined border and the kanji “止まれ” (tomare), meaning “stop.” The sign is typically mounted on poles at intersections, pedestrian crossings, or private road entrances where traffic must halt before entering a priority road. Its high-contrast black-and-white design ensures visibility under varied lighting conditions.

Used on Japanese roads to indicate mandatory stopping points; commonly appears in driving manuals, traffic safety guides, language-learning resources, and travel websites explaining local road rules.