Q&A

Difference Between Hire And Taxi

According to the classification of the Road Transportation Law, hire is also positioned as a type of taxi. However, there are some obvious differences between the two, so please understand the differences before using a car.

In terms of fares, for taxis, only the section where the customer is riding is subject to charges. However, for limousines, all sections, including the pre-ride and post-ride transfer sections, are subject to charges.

Hire operate on a fully reserved basis and are often used for purposes such as transporting corporate executives, VIPs from overseas, special events, and transportation for weddings and funerals. Many companies also have corporate contracts for limousine services. On the other hand, taxis can be hailed by anyone in the city, and they are available for the general public, with various people using them for transportation.

Hire are more expensive compared to taxis, as they are designed for premium transportation. However, they offer enhanced hospitality services, making them suitable for entertainment and other special occasions.

	HIRE	TAXI
Business Model	By Reservation Only	Flagging Down
Fare System	From Departure To Return	From The Pick-up Point To The Drop-off Point
Foreign Language Driver	Japanese, English, Chinese	Japanese
Usage Scene	Business trips, VIP invitations	Family Trips, Everyday Commuting
Invoice Payment After Delivery
Includes Highway And Parking Charges

Q&A

Does the fee change depending on the number of people using the car?

The fees are not related to the number of people using the car, it is charged for 1 car.
Since the fees are charged for 1 car, the price will not change if the number of people changes.

About the payment method.

You can pay by "payment on the day", "payment by advance transfer", "payment by request afterwards (Japanese companies only)".
Cash, credit card and PAYPAY are accepted for "payment on the day".
Due to the limited number of credit card machines, please inquire in advance about credit card payments.

Can I designate smoking and non-smoking cars?

According to the regulations of Okinawa Prefecture Taxi Association, smoking is totally prohibited.
Therefore, we cannot provide smoking cars.

Do you have drivers who can speak foreign languages?

We have English and Chinese speaking drivers, please feel free to ask.

Can I specify the model of the car?

Designated car model service is available depending on the reservation status.
In principle, vehicles are arranged according to the customer's reservation model. If you cannot be sure whether the luggage and number of people can be accommodated, please feel free to inquire.

When is the vehicle information provided?

Usually, the vehicle information is provided one day before the date of use.
If you would like to be informed of the driver's information in advance, please make a note when making your reservation.