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Waymo to launch Tokyo robotaxi service in 2027 as Asia expansion begins
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Fusion42 · 17 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Waymo plans to launch Japan’s first fully autonomous robotaxi service in Tokyo by 2027 in partnership with Japanese taxi operators GO and Nihon Kotsu, pending regulatory approval and safety validation. The initial deployment will feature a small fleet, expanding to around 100 vehicles, with ride bookings accessible via both GO and Waymo apps.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility, and 6 sources have reported it between 15 Sep 2026 and 18 Sep 2026.
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Tokyo’s urban mobility is about to get a high-profile autonomous injection. If you build complementary tech or services for ride-hailing in Japan, this is a new channel opening to your customers.
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6 sources · first reported 15 Sep 2026 · latest 18 Sep 2026
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