It has been found that there were scoring errors in the written driver’s license tests at Aichi Prefecture’s testing centers, affecting the pass/fail results of approximately 150 people.

According to Aichi Prefectural Police, the scoring mistakes occurred at the Tenpaku Driver’s License Test Center in Nagoya and the Higashi-Mikawa Driver’s License Center in Toyokawa. The errors affected small special license and secondary license written tests conducted over approximately two years until July 2025.

Due to incorrect scoring of true/false answers for seven multiple-choice questions, 143 people who should have passed were marked as failing, while 7 who should have failed were marked as passing.

In July, an employee noticed a question with an unusually low correct answer rate of about 10%. Upon checking the answer sheet scanner, it was discovered that the correct and incorrect answers had been registered in reverse.

Aichi Prefectural Police will issue driver’s licenses to those who should have passed, while those who incorrectly passed will not have their licenses revoked but will instead undergo additional training.

Tenpaku Driver’s License Test Center

The Tenpaku Driver’s License Test Center is a facility in Nagoya, Japan, where individuals take practical and written exams to obtain a driver’s license. It serves the Aichi Prefecture region and is known for its strict testing standards to ensure road safety. The center reflects Japan’s emphasis on thorough driver education and traffic regulations.

Higashi-Mikawa Driver’s License Center

The Higashi-Mikawa Driver’s License Center is a government facility in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, responsible for issuing driver’s licenses, conducting driving tests, and providing traffic safety education. Established to serve the eastern Mikawa region, it plays a key role in ensuring road safety and compliance with licensing regulations. The center reflects Japan’s structured approach to driver certification and traffic management.