How much does a taxi cost in Tokyo?

The taxi fare in Tokyo depends on various factors. These include the distance to be traveled, the journey duration, the taxi rate Tokyo valid in Tokyo, and possibly the time of day. Based on these components, the taxi fare can be calculated. So that you do not have to do this manually, we offer you the option of calculating it for you free of charge. Simply enter the start and destination addresses of your desired taxi ride into the form above. We will take care of the rest and calculate an estimated price for your desired taxi ride in Tokyo within a few seconds.

How does the taxi fare calculation work in Tokyo?

To create a forecast of the expected taxi fare in Tokyo, we use the current Tokyo taxi rate. This rate was last set on January 1, 2018. The Tokyo taxi rate consists of a base fare, various per-kilometer charges, and a time-dependent component for standing and waiting time. Based on the entered start and destination addresses, we first determine the shortest taxi route between these two points. We then use the resulting distance and estimated travel time to calculate an estimated price for your upcoming taxi ride in Tokyo using the taxi rate currently valid there. Of course, the start and destination addresses do not necessarily have to be located in Tokyo. We automatically find the correct rate.

What is the taxi rate in Tokyo?

The base fare is ¥730, the per-kilometer fare is ¥320. Standing and waiting time is charged at ¥3,085 per hour. Additional surcharges may apply.

Taxi Rate Tokyo | Everything about the Tokyo Taxi Rate

Taxi Rate Tokyo
	Daytime ¹	Night ²
Base Fare	¥730 incl. 2.0 km	¥876 incl. 2.0 km
Price per Kilometer	¥320	¥384
Standing / Waiting Time	¥3,085 per hour	¥3,700 per hour
⚠️ There are some special regulations More details
¹ Day rate valid: Daily from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm. ² Night rate valid: Every day between 10:00pm and 5:00am.
Valid since January 1, 2018 Last checked 2025-02-03

The Tokyo Taxi Rate Explained Simply
Statistics on the Tokyo Taxi Rate
Is the Tokyo Taxi Rate from 2018 Still Current?

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This Is How Much Your Taxi Ride Costs with the Tokyo Taxi Rate

Simply enter your exact start and destination addresses to receive a realistic fare estimate based on the current Tokyo taxi rate.

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1. The Tokyo Taxi Rate Explained Simply

Officially Set

The Tokyo taxi rate was officially set on January 1, 2018. Taxi tariffs in Japan are officially set by cities or districts. The taxi tariff Tokyo was last set in January 2018 and published in the official tariff ordinance. It is binding for all taxis and taxi companies within the compulsory driving area and may not be exceeded or undercut. This is ensured by officially calibrated taximeters installed in the taxis.

How the fare is made up under the Tokyo taxi rate:

The taxi tariff in Tokio is based on the time of day your ride takes place. During the day, which is from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm, the base fare is ¥730. This base fare includes the first 2.00 kilometers of your journey. After you have traveled more than 2.00 kilometers, each additional kilometer costs ¥320. If the taxi is stopped or moving very slowly, a waiting time charge of ¥3085 per hour applies.

At night, from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am, the charges are different. The base fare during these hours is ¥876 and also covers the first 2.00 kilometers. For any distance beyond 2.00 kilometers, the price per additional kilometer is ¥384. If you experience waiting time during the night hours, there is an hourly waiting fee of ¥3700.

To use a taxi, simply look at the light indicator. A red light means the taxi is available and free to take passengers. A green light means the taxi is already taken and cannot be hailed. All charges are calculated according to the official Tokio taxi tariff, so passengers can expect fares to be calculated in a clear and consistent way.

When your journey ends, the final fare will reflect the base fare, the distance traveled beyond the first 2.00 kilometers, and any waiting time charges that may have applied during your ride. The fare is always stated in JPY (¥), making it easy to understand how your taxi trip is calculated in Tokio.

2. Statistics on the Tokyo Taxi Rate

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the most expensive taxi rates in Japan

3. Is the Tokyo Taxi Rate from 2018 Still Current?

We regularly review all taxi rates in our database by researching official publications (official gazettes or municipal regulations) as well as various online sources.

For most rates, we are also informed in advance by the rate-setting authority (city, district, municipality) or by taxi companies or taxi cooperatives, allowing us to include updates at an early stage.

Nevertheless, it can sometimes happen that we miss an update. If that is the case here and you know of a rate update, you can send us a short message via our contact form. We will take care of it as quickly as possible!