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Japan Times TechPublished: Apr 13, 2026, 13:00 JST1 min read

Aichi Prefecture plans to launch Japan's first Level 4 autonomous buses on expressways by fiscal 2027, marking a major milestone in self-driving vehicle deployment.

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Aichi Prefecture plans to launch Japan's first Level 4 autonomous buses on expressways by fiscal 2027, marking a major milestone in self-driving vehicle deployment.

3 Key Points

  1. Aichi Prefecture targets fiscal 2027 for deploying Level 4 autonomous buses on expressways

  2. Level 4 autonomous vehicles can operate without a driver under specific driving conditions

  3. This initiative would represent Japan's first practical implementation of fully autonomous bus service on expressways

  4. The project demonstrates Japan's commitment to advancing autonomous vehicle technology and transportation infrastructure

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