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National Mar 6, 2019

After almost a year behind the wheel, Tokyo's foreign cab drivers reflect on navigating a new way of life

by Andrew McKirdy

Growing up in Canada, Alex Lipson never imagined he would one day become a taxi driver — especially not on the other side of the world in Tokyo. "I didn't have some childhood dream to be a taxi driver," said the 34-year-old, who joined cab ...

Business / Tech Aug 27, 2018

Autonomous taxi trials carrying passengers begin in Tokyo

A venture firm and a major taxi company began the tryout Monday with an eye on launching the full service around 2020, when Tokyo hosts the Olympics and the Paralympics.