{"id":110,"date":"2021-06-17T09:11:39","date_gmt":"2021-06-17T00:11:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/carused.jp\/blog\/?p=110"},"modified":"2021-06-17T09:11:39","modified_gmt":"2021-06-17T00:11:39","slug":"how-to-change-japanese-car-navigation-to-english","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carused.jp\/blog\/how-to-change-japanese-car-navigation-to-english\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Change Japanese Car Navigation to English\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Any car driver who has been lost before can attest to the indispensable quality of the built-in navigation system in their dashboard. It allows you to track down specific areas and even helps you pass through routes that are unfamiliar to you. Needless to say, it is a convenient accessory to private and commercial vehicle drivers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also known as a GPS (Global Position System), the car navigation system gathers information about the vehicle\u2019s position, then synchronize it with the existing road maps. However, if it is in a language that you do not understand, you won\u2019t find any use to it. This is the dilemma of people who bought their vehicles from a Japan used car auction.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, you should not worry. In this post, we will show you the ropes and tricks in changing the Japanese language to English setting on Toyota and other JDM vehicles.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Step 1: Switch Off the Vehicle<\/h3>\n\n

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The first thing you need to do is turn off the vehicle. Doing so will allow you to switch off the navigation system as well.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2: Browse Through the Menu<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you start your car again, you must look for an option on the menu which says, \u201cEnglish.\u201d It is worth noting that some JDM cars offer the option of modifying the language of the GPS as soon as you start the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3: Locate the Language Button<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, the navigation system\u2019s language goes back to Japanese after every boot. So, we recommend that you look for that Language or LANG button on the menu. Do this as soon as you\u2019ve modified the language to English. Keep in mind that this step is essential in ensuring that the GPS won\u2019t go back to Japanese. What it does is set the default language to English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4: Check the Navigation System<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You need to perform this extra step if you still can\u2019t use the navigation system after changing the language to English. It is possible that the system is DVD-based. In this case, you need to buy a language disc in English to be able to use your car\u2019s GPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pro Tips for Changing the Japanese Language to English Setting on Toyota and Other JDM Cars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tip 1: Use Google Translate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It can be difficult to go through the menu, especially when everything is in Japanese. One of the best workarounds for this is to use the Google Translate app. Go to the Play Store, then download the application on your phone. All you\u2019ll need to do is use the camera feature of the app and point your smartphone to the words you want to translate. Once you\u2019ve done this, the language will appear as English on your phone\u2019s screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip 2: Bring Your Vehicle to a Service Center<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve been pulling your hair out, trying to change the navigation system\u2019s language to English, then this is the best option for you. There are service centers that offer this service, and you can easily find one by performing a quick Google search. They should be able to offer you the appropriate software for your vehicle make and model. Once you\u2019ve installed the SD card, all you\u2019ll need to do is restart the system and it will be in English.<\/p>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions About a Car\u2019s Navigation System<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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It is important to note that there are stereo displays that do not come with a navigation system. If your Japanese car has one, chances are you won\u2019t be able to change the language to English. After all, JDM vehicles do not have provisions for language modification in their basic accessories. In this case, it is best to fit a replacement or at least a band expander. Doing so will allow you to change the frequencies, which will let you pick up radio transmissions in your area. <\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n


I have a Toyota car. How do I change the GPS language from Japanese to English? <\/strong>\n

Keep in mind that the user interface of a navigation system varies, depending on the model. That said, here is an instructional video that shows a general walkthrough that should apply for most Toyota vehicles:

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