Uber in Japan

[Hellotherethere]

Anyone tried uber in Japan? Is it cheaper to rent a car and drive or uber around?

 

[iCuteCube]

You wont be able to find Uber i think, just use normal taxi, they have extremely good service. Alternatively is drive around is good also, but please apply for an IDP.

Ref Link: https://www.mfa.gov.sg/content/mfa/overseasmission/tokyo/useful-guide-for-visit-to-japan.html

 

[jarvis]

There are fewer uber drivers in Japan - taxis are still the norm. And if I recall the uber is more expensive than taxis generally.

the only advantage of uber is that you don't need to talk to the driver about where to go, etc. If you are taking a taxi, I suggest that you find the details of the place in Japanese, especially if you can get the telephone number so that the taxi driver can key that into their GPS. Otherwise, chicken-duck conversation can be difficult although I have to give it to the drivers because they will try and are so patient.

 

[thwysg]

Probably only in Tokyo. Other areas are not yet popular with Uber.

 

[changyenub]

I'm going to Tokyo in April next year, and would like to rent a continental car. Anyone got lobang?

 

[BigMonkey]

there is uber but its freaking expensive. one way, shinjuku to narita - sgd350

 

[gentoro]

I'm going to Tokyo in April next year, and would like to rent a continental car. Anyone got lobang?

No lobang go for reputable car rental company such as hertz and OTS. They have more service network and more transparent in dealing. Good service too - but paying premium.

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