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GO, Waymo and Nihon Kotsu Partner to Launch Driverless Robotaxis in Tokyo in 2027
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Fusion42 · 15 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
GO, Waymo, and Nihon Kotsu have partnered to launch Japan's first commercial Level 4 driverless robotaxi service in Tokyo in 2027, aiming to deploy around 100 vehicles. The service will operate through the GO and Waymo apps and requires regulatory approvals under Japanese transportation laws.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.
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The debut of fully driverless taxis in Tokyo signals a new commercial opening for autonomous vehicle services in crowded urban markets. You need to prepare for integration and competition in Japan's mobility tech scene as regulation clears this path.
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