Tokyo - Taxi Cab Guide for new Visitors

Taxi Cabs in Tokyo

Tokyo Taxi Cabs :

Taxi cabs are readily available everwhere in the Tokyo.

Taxi in Tokyo or overall Japan are usually quite expensive as compare to public transportation.

If you are traveling with many young children and luggage, taxi might be good option for shorter distances.

Taxi/cabs can be found at taxi stands in most hotels, railroads, or hailed on the streets.

Taxi Cabs in Tokyo can be hailed at :
1). Streets, and
2). Taxi Stands at all Stations, and Tourist area like Ginza, and
3). Major Hotels,

There are also Call taxis that can be requested by phone (rates may be slightly higher).

In Tokyo , a Red light on the cabs winshield indicateds they are free to pick up passengers.
While a Green light indicates it is occupied.

RED on Taxi Dashboard means Empty and GREEN means Occupied.

Licensed taxis in Tokyo typically have a green license plates.

Tokyo Taxi fares initially start around 710 yen and increase by around 100 yen for every 300 meters.

Rates for late evening and early morning are higher.

Any expressway toll fees incurred during your trip will be added to the fare.

Kokusai Motor Cars (Taxi Company)

03-5530-6001

MK Taxi

03-5547-5551

App-based "ride-share" services

Uber operates not as ride-share but as Taxi service in Tokyo area.

Uber usually do not have any late night surcharge like normal Taxi in Tokyo area.

Taxi travel tip in Tokyo

- It is a good idea to have your destination name written in Japanese.

- If Speaking English with Taxi Driver then speak slowly so that they can understand.

- Always carry cash to pay fare for taxi in Tokyo, many takes credit cards but some still deals with cash.