Paper drivers living in Nishinomiya, do you have any of these worries about driving?
- Driving after so long feels scary…
- I need to drive my kids around, but I don’t feel confident jumping right in…
- I suddenly need to drive for work, but I don’t have time to practice…
Perfect for people like that is Anchor Driving School in Nishinomiya!
Your instructor is Mr. Nishino, who holds a national qualification. He has such a fresh, friendly vibe that even nervous paper drivers can relax while taking the lesson!
And get this, you can even take lessons in a BMW!! That little special feeling is part of the appeal. Of course, rental cars and your own car are also totally fine, so no worries there~
So, this time we’ll introduce all its features in detail!
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Top 3 Driving Situations That Scare Paper Drivers
First, we asked Mr. Nishino about “the driving situations paper drivers struggle with.”
By the way, do you know where this is in Nishinomiya?
- Changing lanes is scary
You get nervous because you’re worried about the cars behind you. Moms driving with kids in the car tend to be extra cautious too. - Parking is scary
For many people, parking at supermarkets or nursery schools is a particular challenge. They’ll teach you tips for parking smoothly even in tight spaces! - Turning right at intersections is scary
Getting the timing right at an intersection is hard for anyone. Corporate drivers who need to drive, such as in a company sales car, can also ease their worries! Apparently, many people are also anxious about driving at night on their way home from work, not just in company cars. For those people, they’ll carefully teach the skills needed to get home with confidence!
A Former Instructor at Koshien Driving School! Why Mr. Nishino Is So Reliable
Mr. Nishino previously worked at a driving school in Osaka, then as an instructor at Nishinomiya’s prestigious “Koshien Driving School.”
“For people driving with children or people who drive for work, I especially try to provide instruction that emphasizes safety first,” he said~.
When we asked Mr. Nishino, “Do instructors actually do that thing where they put their hand on the wheel from the passenger seat while backing up?” he replied, “I almost never do that normally. Haha” And yet, he did it for us~. That hits different!
The Lesson Content Is Super Specific! It Feels Really Reassuring
Anchor Driving School is known for teaching carefully from the basics!
So, who knows where this is~?
① Start with Basic Practice in a Spacious Area
“Everyone gets nervous at first, so we start with the basics of starting and stopping in a large parking lot or similar place,” says Mr. Nishino. You don’t start out in town right away, so it feels super reassuring~
② Parking Practice with Careful Tips!
For people who are bad at parking, they focus on teaching “when to turn the steering wheel”. According to Mr. Nishino, “Once you learn the trick, it won’t be scary anymore”!
③ Finally, Practical Training in Town
After going through the basic practice, you move on to practical training on roads with heavier traffic in Nishinomiya. “Practicing on real roads helps you naturally acquire the driving skills you need in daily life,” he said.
And at the end of this interview, we visited…
Mr. Kimura, the Youngest Japanese Person to Cross the Pacific by Yacht, Appeared
We visited Shin-Nishinomiya Yacht Harbor, a special place for Nishinomiya residents!
This place is familiar to Nishinomiya residents. Once you gain confidence in driving, outings to spacious places like this become even more enjoyable~
And amazingly, we happened to have a close encounter here with Mr. Kimura(Nishi2 article), who achieved a solo circumnavigation of the world by yacht this year.
Freedom on land by car, freedom at sea by yacht. The two began a professional-level conversation from their respective fields.
According to Mr. Kimura, “Driving lessons are similar to handling a yacht; it’s important to remove that initial fear.” Mr. Nishino also said, “The first step is getting rid of the fear. It’s important to feel that driving is fun.” They seemed to form some mysterious agreement. Haha
Then Mr. Kimura said, “See you again at sea!” and returned to the ocean~~. Haha
For cars, ask Mr. Nishino; for yachts, ask Mr. Kimura! Apparently, he’ll also be holding a yacht event for kids at Nishinomiyahama!
Here’s How the Lesson Process Works
- Book via LINE
Just enter your preferred date, time, and location through the official LINE. “I want to take the lesson in my own car!” is totally fine too~ - They’ll Come to Your Home on the Day!
They come to your home or preferred location, so there’s no need to go all the way to a school! This is such a nice point!
Then the lesson starts right there~.
- A Full 60 Minutes of Instruction
You can learn thoroughly in a full 60-minute one-on-one lesson, which is 10 minutes longer than a typical driving school lesson~
Equipped with an Auxiliary Brake for Maximum Peace of Mind
During lessons, a simple auxiliary brake can be installed, so you’re covered in case anything happens!
“A simple auxiliary brake can also be installed in your own car, so please feel free to ask if you’re interested,” he said.
For example, if you panic while parking or hesitate over when to brake at an intersection, the instructor can quickly support you.
Perfect for People Like This!
🚗 You recently realized, “I need to drive!”
Maybe you moved and your lifestyle changed, or your local transportation options are limited and you now need to drive, but you’re thinking, “It’s been so long, I’m scared…” Sound familiar?
👶 Moms who want to drive their kids around
Daycare drop-offs, pickups from lessons, and more become so much easier once you can drive! But you definitely want to avoid panicking when parking or backing into a spot, right~?
🏢 Corporate drivers who need to drive for work
If you’re thinking, “I have to drive a company sales car but I’m not confident,” or “My company now expects me to drive and I’m nervous…,” you can feel at ease! When you’re pressed for time,
