Abstract
This research focused on the advance perception of nighttime intersections in Yatsuo Town in Toyama City. The research considered an ideal street lighting method taking into consideration danger avoidance and regional characteristics. First, the present situation regarding the perception of intersections in the town was evaluated. The result showed that many narrow crossroads were not perceived easily at night, and it was found that the visibility of the crossroad outline and the corner buildings was important in perceiving crossroads in advance. Next, a new lighting environment at an intersection was created experimentally using small light sources, and it was found that these lights harmonized with the streetscape and also succeeded in helping drivers to perceive the intersection earlier.
