Metered Taxis
Description: Clean, safe taxis with uniformed drivers
Avg Fare: ¥730 base + ¥90-100/280m
Tips: No tipping; doors open automatically; limited English spoken
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Taxis and ride services in Japan
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Taxi services in Japan
Ride and taxi apps in Japan
GO (formerly JapanTaxi)
Coverage: Major cities nationwide
Avg Cost: Metered + ¥300-500 app fee
Uber
Coverage: Tokyo only (premium)
Avg Cost: Higher than standard taxis
DiDi
Coverage: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto
Avg Cost: Metered + app fee
Taxis and Ride Services questions for Japan
Are taxis in Japan expensive?
Yes, taxis are pricey (¥2000-5000 for typical city trips); use trains for budget travel.
Do Tokyo taxis speak English?
Limited English; show driver address in Japanese or use translation app.
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