Japanese Bikes

Speaking of bikes, here's a typical Japanese model - well used and equipped for a kid and groceries. You often see moms bicycling with kids, sometimes one in front and one behind. People ride on both sides of the street when that's convenient but even more often on the sidewalks. This morning I saw a bicyclist stop at a green light because the Don't Walk sign was illuminated. He was on the left side of the street like vehicle, but I guess he figured he was more like a pedestrian than a car.