The first robotaxi service in Japan will be launched in the country's capital in 2027, Waymo, the autonomous driving company of the US-based Alphabet, announced today together with operator Go and taxi company Nihon Kotsu. The service will initially be available in Tokyo, making Japan one of the first Asian markets to implement this autonomous transportation technology. The partnership between the three companies aims to combine Waymo's experience in autonomous driving with the local knowledge of Go and Nihon Kotsu in the Japanese transportation market. This initiative represents a significant step in the global expansion of robotaxi technology, which already operates in some cities in the United States.
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Japan to have first robotaxi service in 2027
SAPO Notícias15 September 2026 at 04:09
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Tokyo residents will be the first in Japan to be able to use a robotaxi service, representing a significant shift in the country's urban mobility. This announcement marks Waymo's international expansion beyond the United States, competing with other autonomous vehicle operators in Asia.
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