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Japan Taxi Price Calculator 2026

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Popular routes in Japan

Tokyo to Yokohama
18000 JPY
Osaka to Kyoto
25000 JPY
Kyoto to Osaka
17,920 JPY
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Japan taxi prices

In Japan, taxi fares are influenced by several factors.

Taxi price (2026)

Base fee (day)
470JPY
Price per KM
430 JPY
Waiting time per hour
3JPY
Calculation Example

Consider a trip from your hotel to the Japan city centre, covering a distance of 5 km. If you travel during the day and have one piece of luggage, your total fare will be 2620 JPY.

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Japan taxi price - FAQ

How much is a taxi in Japan?

A 5km ride in Japan costs about 2620 JPY. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi in Japan?

You can stop a taxi on the street in Japan or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app in Japan as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around in Japan?

If you can’t find a taxi Japan or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi price in Japan?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.co.uk. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Japan taxi prices and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Japan.

What’s the price of Taxi in Japan per KM?

The starting price of a taxi in Japan is 470.0 JPY. Each KM is then priced at 430.0 JPY. If you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 3,388.2 JPY per hour.

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