Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism has ordered the suspension of 3,333 delivery minivehicles used by Japan Post at 1,862 post offices due to improper driver roll calls. The violations involved inadequate alcohol and health checks, which are essential for safety management. Transport Minister Yasushi Kaneko described the lapses as deeply regrettable during a news conference.
Japan Post operates collection and delivery services using around 32,000 delivery minivehicles across 3,188 post offices nationwide. On February 10, 2026, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism completed notifications to suspend 3,333 of these vehicles at 1,862 post offices due to improper driver roll calls. These procedures, which include alcohol and health checks, are vital for ensuring road safety.
Transport Minister Yasushi Kaneko addressed the issue at a news conference, stating, "It is deeply regrettable that roll call procedures, which are crucial for safety management, were not properly implemented." He further added, "I hope Japan Post will steadily implement measures based on its action plans to prevent any recurrence."
The suspensions highlight ongoing concerns about corporate governance and safety protocols within Japan Post's postal services. The ministry has urged the company to correct the violations and strengthen preventive actions to avoid future incidents.
