Uber operates in Japan. However, there may be better local alternatives.
Ride Hailing Apps in Japan
GO Taxi
Essential
Japan's dominant taxi app, aggregating over 100,000 cabs from local taxi companies. Available in English and covers nearly all of Japan (45+ of 47 prefectures).
Pro tip: Save your hotel address in Japanese characters inside the app. Showing the driver a Japanese address avoids language confusion.
S.RIDE
Nice to have
A popular taxi hailing app centered on Tokyo but also available in parts of Osaka, Nagoya, and surrounding prefectures. Full English support with quick booking and cashless payment.
Uber
Nice to have
Uber operates in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Fukuoka, and other cities, dispatching licensed taxis rather than private cars. Handy if you already have the app installed from home.