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Waymo plans to launch robotaxis in Tokyo in 2027 — The Japan Times
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Fusion42 · 15 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Waymo plans to launch a fully autonomous robotaxi service in Tokyo in 2027 in cooperation with Japanese taxi companies Go and Nihon Kotsu, pending relevant permits required by Japanese law. This will be the first autonomous taxi service on public roads in Japan, initially starting with a small fleet and expanding to 100 vehicles.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.
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Waymo’s planned robotaxi launch in Tokyo opens the Japanese market to autonomous mobility offerings ahead of local regulation changes. You should build partnerships with local operators now to position for the emerging robotaxi market and regulatory shifts.
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