Daiwa Motor Transport Co., Ltd. Launch of “TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE,” a premium hire service for inbound to urists, with the number of visitors to Japan and spending exceeding pre-coronavirus levels at record highs

[Daiwa Motor Transport Co., Ltd.] Launch of “TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE,” a premium hire service for inbound tourists, with the number of visitors to Japan and spending exceeding pre-coronavirus levels at record highs ​
Daiwa Motor Transportation Co., Ltd. Press release: November 7, 2024 The number of visitors to Japan and their spending exceed the pre-coronavirus levels, reaching record highs. Launch of premium hire service for inbound tourists, “TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE” ~ Developed a system that improves hotel operational efficiency, from vehicle dispatch to document management. We provide high-class transportation services with top-of-the-line vehicles and dedicated drivers who are fluent in languages ​​~ News Technology Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Junki Miura, hereinafter referred to as News Technology), which develops mobility platform businesses, is a subsidiary of Daiwa Motor Transportation Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Koto-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director and President: Otsuka). In collaboration with Yamato Motor Transport), we will provide DX ride dispatch and a high-class transportation experience to hotels in Tokyo from today, November 7, 2024 (Thursday), as inbound demand increases. We will begin offering the premium hire service “TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE.”
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■Premium hire service “TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE” launch background The number of visitors to Japan has increased at a record high pace since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, with the weak yen providing a tailwind.According to an announcement by the Japan National Tourism Organization, the cumulative number of visitors from January to September exceeded the previous record for the year. The use of taxis by foreign tourists to Japan is also increasing, and according to a survey conducted in June 2024 using 50 taxi vehicles owned by Yamato Motor Transport, approximately half of the total number of passengers were foreign tourists. I was also able to confirm. The number of registered cars in Tokyo (other cars and urban cars) has increased by more than 660 cars when comparing June 2022 to June 2024, which is likely due to the recent increase in the number of visitors to Japan. . On the other hand, the supply of taxis and hire cars is facing issues such as a shortage of drivers and inefficiency in dispatching vehicles, resulting in an unmatching between travel demand and supply from visitors to Japan. In addition, the Japan Tourism Agency has set forth “Tourism DX,” an initiative that aims to increase the number of travelers and expand tourism consumption by utilizing digital technology. ”, “Improving the productivity of the tourism industry” and “Advancing the management of tourist destinations” to promote tourism DX. However, in many cases, hotels and inns in Japan dispatch vehicles using traditional methods such as telephone calls and email requests, and in preparation for further growth in demand, both taxi/hire companies and hotel operators are working to improve the efficiency of dispatch. We also need to provide a smooth travel experience. Therefore, we are leveraging the knowledge we have accumulated in producing moving spaces and experiences through News Technology’s Tokyo’s largest taxi signage media “GROWTH” and Japan’s first mobility car window media “Canvas,” as well as Daiwa Motor Transportation’s extensive track record in the hire business. We have begun offering a premium hire service, “TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE,” which uses a dedicated system to improve business efficiency for hotel operators and provides a comfortable and rich transportation experience for overseas visitors staying at hotels during their travels. It has arrived. ■Premium hire service “TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE” service overview
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/36198/25/36198-25-beb779c3dc3d9fc6889e774bc7689b1e-3000×2000.jpg Service details Providing transportation services using luxury vehicles to visitors to Japan through hotels (drivers who are fluent in languages ​​and have the Tokyo City Guide Certification will take you to your destination exclusively, and will also provide tourist information on land spots in Tokyo upon request) ) Target vehicle Lexus LM/TOYOTA Alphard/Vellfire, etc. (vehicle class can be specified) Contact information Email address:
info@tokyo-chauffeur-service.jp (News Technology Honjo/Murakami) Facebook / Instagram / TikTok [In-car service] Inside the car, there is a private room where you can relax and stretch your legs, and water and towels are always available. In addition, the car is equipped with Wi-Fi, which you can use to suit your needs and purposes, such as watching video content on the front monitor or using Zoom meetings. It is also possible to customize mats, scents, etc. to hotel
specifications.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/36198/25/36198-25-36c16fc64a87bedf4501a40d4aadb56b-3600×2401.jpg [A dedicated system specialized for hotel operators that provides an all-in-one service from vehicle dispatch to business management] Hotel operators can complete procedures and processes online, from requesting a ride to managing documents (purchase orders, etc.), and can centrally manage ride dispatch information, including status, using the dedicated system for TOKYO CHAUFFEUR SERVICE. When ordering a ride, please enter necessary customer information in advance (name, number of passengers, number of luggage, destination, language, designated vehicle class, other shared information such as whether to use a child seat or wheelchair, sightseeing preferences, etc.) By doing so, you can prevent miscommunication and provide services that meet customer needs. We also have a chat function that allows you to understand the vehicle’s current location and communicate with hotel operators and drivers/hire operators. ▼Hire arrangement/business management screen (smartphone version)
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/36198/25/36198-25-fd13bd4512610455308b282a2cb4f266-1920×1080.png ■News Technology Co., Ltd. Company name: News Technology Co., Ltd. Address: 10th floor, 3rd MINAMI AOYAMA, 3-1-34 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo Established: October 1, 2014 Representative: Junki Miura Capital: 20 million Business details: Mobility platform business (Tokyo governor registered travel business No. 2-8387), media business, content creative business, employment placement business (paid employment placement business license number: 13-U317085) H P : https://newstech.co.jp/ ■Daiwa Motor Transportation Co., Ltd. Company name: Daiwa Motor Transportation Co., Ltd. Address: 2-16-31 Sarue, Koto-ku, Tokyo Established: September 13, 1939 Representative: Kazuki Otsuka Capital: 525 million (listed on TSE Standard) Business details: Hire taxi business, real estate business H P : https://www.daiwaj.com/ [For press inquiries] News Technology Co., Ltd. Public Relations: Hayashi TEL: 03-5544-8775 / E-MAIL: pr@newstech.co.jp