
Hello! I’m JP, the administrator of Mobility Japan. We provide the latest mobility tips to help you travel smarter in Japan.
Booking a taxi in Japan has become incredibly easy thanks to smartphone apps. **GO** is currently the most widely used taxi app in the country, offering the best coverage across all 47 prefectures.
This guide explains **GO Taxi’s latest 2026 coupons, campaigns, and service areas** to help you save on your next ride.
Contents
- GO Taxi Overview
- 1. 2026 Campaigns & Coupons
- 2. How to Apply Coupons
- 3. Nationwide Service Areas
- 4. Pick-up Fees
- 5. Digital Receipts for Expenses
GO Taxi: Japan's #1 Taxi App

1. 2026 Campaigns & Coupons
As of February 2026, by combining the "GO! Campaign" and the "Friend Referral Bonus," you can receive up to ¥7,000 in total ride discounts.
❶ GO! New User Campaign – Total ¥5,000

- Benefit 1: ¥500 coupon granted immediately upon registration.
- Benefit 2: ¥500 "Ride Reward" coupon for every ride taken (up to 3 times/month for 3 months) → Total ¥4,500.
- Eligibility: First-time users of the GO app.
❷ Friend Referral Campaign – Extra ¥2,000

Input a friend's referral code during registration to get **four ¥500 coupons (¥2,000 total)**.
▼ Use this Referral Code (Copy & Paste)
mf-df4m3f2. How to Use Coupons
Coupons can only be used for rides booked directly via the app with "GO Pay" (credit card) selected.
- Register your credit card in GO Pay.
- Set your pick-up point and tap Next.
- Tap “Coupon not selected” and select your desired discount.
- **Crucial:** Confirm the discount is visible on the screen before tapping “Call a Taxi.”
- Coupons do not apply to street hails (flagging down a car manually).
- Only one coupon can be used per ride.
- Expired coupons cannot be recovered—check your dates in the "Coupons" menu.
3. Service Areas
GO has the best coverage in Japan, operating in **all 47 prefectures** including Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. For specific maps and detailed city coverage, check our full report:
4. Pick-up Fees
When you call a taxi via the app, a "pick-up fee" (typically ¥200–¥420 depending on the company) is added to the meter fare. The app provides a breakdown of these costs before you confirm your ride.
5. Receipts for Business Travelers
If you use GO Pay, your receipt is issued digitally. You can download a PDF for your expense claims directly from the [Ride History] in the app.
Ready to go? Download the app below and enjoy your first ride at a fraction of the cost!
Thanks for reading! — JP
