Bad new folks. The pricing is going to change March 1, 2024. There are now 2 options: Subscription - 980 yen a month - 200 yen per 30 minutes No Subscription - 50 yen base fee - 15 yen per minute of riding Link to Notice: luup.sc/news/2024-02-01-fee-revision/
So I can rent a scooter in my 14 days vacation for 980? I don't need to bring my scooter on flight to japan? Am I allow to? Are the scooters available everywhere when needed?
Yeah I was a big proponent for these things and I used them a lot, but as soon as they jacked up the price, I’ve only used it for very specific occasions like when the trains stopped due to an accident a couple stations from my house. If you’re here for a visit though, it’s a fun way to get around and see the city. Be careful though! As in any country there’s inattentive drivers and pedestrians
5:10 Actually, if the speed limit of the road is up to 40km/h, you can ride on the road up to 20km/h. But if the speed limit is higher than 40km/h, you cannot ride on the road. In this case, you should ride on the sidewalk, at the speed limit of 6km/h.
I can’t speak too much on purchasing one but if you look up 電動キックボード購入 (Dendou Kikkubo-do Kounyuu) or electric scooter purchase in English on google, a couple stores immediately popped up. One thing to note is that if the scooter’s max speed is 15 km/h, you do not need any certification. If it’s over 15 km/h, you need a license plate and other certifications, but the store should help you out. Good luck!
Great video! My friend is a complete beginner at riding these and does not have a license in their country of residence either. Do you need a license/international permit to ride these around ? We are visiting Tokyo for a trip and want to explore Shinjuku area for a day, is there no one day pass ?
You just need some valid ID, most likely your passport! The rate is based on how long you use it. The rate is changing based on my pinned comment, so no day passes unfortunately.
last time i was in town i wasn't allowed to ride one without a japanese driver's license, looks like they changed the rules. so i can bring it anywhere a bike can go as long as i go slow?
Yes! Up until recently you did need a Japanese driver’s license but this time, as long as you have a valid passport or residence card, you can ride! However, scooter rules are separate from a bicycle such as not being allowed to ride on the sidewalk.
Thanks for the video. I’ve signed up from New Zealand and will be coming to Japan soon. I’m used to high power scooters so these will be a breeze to ride. Are you allowed to ride on the sidewalk at a slow pace and respectful manner?
Although there is a 7km/h mode on the newer models, I’d recommend not riding on the sidewalk. A scooter is perceived as a vehicle somewhere between a bicycle (which are socially accepted to ride on sidewalks) and cars (which are not). I don’t like riding on fast multi lane roads but the good thing about Japan is that there are so many tiny streets with no sidewalks that you can take that are 30 km/h for cars which makes it pretty safe to ride!
Currently they’re speed limited to 20 km/h and you must ride on the road. If you ride on the sidewalk, you’re limited to 6 km/h. Some of the newer scooters offer a 6 km/h limiter. And lastly, you can only pick up and drop off from the marked zones. Hope that helps!
@@JapanReality Hi! Will this work with a non-Japan phone number? I read there were issues for foreigners when they used Docomo bike rentals and was wondering if that was the sample for LUUP
@@vinnay hello! My understanding is that you can input a foreign phone number. You can try downloading the app now and making an account to see if your phone number works! (It’s free to create an account) Sorry I couldn’t be more specific!
Bad new folks. The pricing is going to change March 1, 2024.
There are now 2 options:
Subscription
- 980 yen a month
- 200 yen per 30 minutes
No Subscription
- 50 yen base fee
- 15 yen per minute of riding
Link to Notice:
luup.sc/news/2024-02-01-fee-revision/
So I can rent a scooter in my 14 days vacation for 980?
I don't need to bring my scooter on flight to japan? Am I allow to?
Are the scooters available everywhere when needed?
this sucks 500 yen for 30 min with no subscription ... very pricey
Great advice on traffic rules when you’re on an electric scooter in Japan. Thanks for making this video!
Perfect! Just registered from The UK. I'll be in Japan next month!!
Glad I could help!
Hi Michael
I'm flying next week. Let me know if we can plan it together.
As I'm going to Tokyo in a few day, this is super useful. Thank you. The price though.. not sure this is a great idea to jack it up like that
Yeah I was a big proponent for these things and I used them a lot, but as soon as they jacked up the price, I’ve only used it for very specific occasions like when the trains stopped due to an accident a couple stations from my house. If you’re here for a visit though, it’s a fun way to get around and see the city. Be careful though! As in any country there’s inattentive drivers and pedestrians
Great informative video! Do you see a lot of people use luup?
Yes! Everyday.
5:10 Actually, if the speed limit of the road is up to 40km/h, you can ride on the road up to 20km/h. But if the speed limit is higher than 40km/h, you cannot ride on the road. In this case, you should ride on the sidewalk, at the speed limit of 6km/h.
That is good to know! Thank you.
Very much informative!..How to buy these kind of vehicle in japan ?
I can’t speak too much on purchasing one but if you look up 電動キックボード購入 (Dendou Kikkubo-do Kounyuu) or electric scooter purchase in English on google, a couple stores immediately popped up.
One thing to note is that if the scooter’s max speed is 15 km/h, you do not need any certification. If it’s over 15 km/h, you need a license plate and other certifications, but the store should help you out. Good luck!
I saw a lot of this when we went to Tokyo and Osaka last month and wanted to try it too, I wish I knew about this before our trip. :(
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Great video! My friend is a complete beginner at riding these and does not have a license in their country of residence either. Do you need a license/international permit to ride these around ? We are visiting Tokyo for a trip and want to explore Shinjuku area for a day, is there no one day pass ?
You just need some valid ID, most likely your passport!
The rate is based on how long you use it. The rate is changing based on my pinned comment, so no day passes unfortunately.
Do you know if we can bring the scooter on the trains?
Hello! Unfortunately, no.
Scooters and bikes cannot be taken on the train unless they are in a carry case.
I try to rent luup but I think is not for foreign cellphone number when to sign up cause always shown error
last time i was in town i wasn't allowed to ride one without a japanese driver's license, looks like they changed the rules. so i can bring it anywhere a bike can go as long as i go slow?
Yes! Up until recently you did need a Japanese driver’s license but this time, as long as you have a valid passport or residence card, you can ride!
However, scooter rules are separate from a bicycle such as not being allowed to ride on the sidewalk.
Thanks for the video. I’ve signed up from New Zealand and will be coming to Japan soon. I’m used to high power scooters so these will be a breeze to ride. Are you allowed to ride on the sidewalk at a slow pace and respectful manner?
Although there is a 7km/h mode on the newer models, I’d recommend not riding on the sidewalk. A scooter is perceived as a vehicle somewhere between a bicycle (which are socially accepted to ride on sidewalks) and cars (which are not).
I don’t like riding on fast multi lane roads but the good thing about Japan is that there are so many tiny streets with no sidewalks that you can take that are 30 km/h for cars which makes it pretty safe to ride!
@@JapanReality nice to know, thanks for your reply.
so how fast do they go ? can I always choose to ride on the sidewalk ? as I understand one must park the ONLY in those marked zones ?
Currently they’re speed limited to 20 km/h and you must ride on the road. If you ride on the sidewalk, you’re limited to 6 km/h. Some of the newer scooters offer a 6 km/h limiter.
And lastly, you can only pick up and drop off from the marked zones.
Hope that helps!
Can they be used 24 hours a day?
Yes!
Hey nice video!
Just wondering, can foreigners sign up for the monthly subscription? Or do we need to be local and stuff to do it? Thanks a lot!
Howdy! I just tried applying and it only confirmed that I had a valid credit card but it didn’t ask me for an address so I believe it’s possible!
Hi is it true that the maximum speed of scooters in Japan is 20 km/h?
For scooters of this caliber without requiring a drivers license, yes
How can I use it if I am already in Japan and do not have a phone number? 😢
I'm not too sure to be honest. It's kind of expected to have some kind of phone number somewhere :(
@@JapanReality Hi! Will this work with a non-Japan phone number? I read there were issues for foreigners when they used Docomo bike rentals and was wondering if that was the sample for LUUP
@@vinnay hello! My understanding is that you can input a foreign phone number. You can try downloading the app now and making an account to see if your phone number works! (It’s free to create an account) Sorry I couldn’t be more specific!
@@vinnayi just registered now using a non japanese phone number and it worked!
Can you ride tandem with a kid
Unfortunately not. It is one person per scooter.
@@JapanReality tha ks for the information
Do you need an international licence if you're not from Japan ?
Nope!
Thanks, now the app verification test is in English language as well..
That’s good to hear!!
wtf it gave it to me in japanese. I still passed with translate
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Just follow the road rules? Which one? You will find out when you get a problem))
Exactly! The test has the road rules you need to follow within it.
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