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Welcoming the 4th term students, the 'Sakura and N' brand expands: 'Nikko Independent Taxi' starts operation with 4 new members

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Published Apr 10, 2026 8:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 3:11 AM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Nihon Kotsu has entered into a business alliance with four new independent taxi operators under the 'Nikko Independent Taxi' brand to secure group vehicles and create career paths for crew members, holding a departure ceremony on April 9, 2026.

Nihon Kotsu has entered into a business alliance with four new independent taxi operators under the 'Nikko Independent Taxi' brand to secure group vehicles and create career paths for crew members, holding a departure ceremony on April 9, 2026.

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Published: Apr 10, 2026

Nihon Kotsu Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President: Yasuharu Wakabayashi, hereafter "Nihon Kotsu") has started a new business alliance with 4 independent taxi operators as part of securing group vehicles and creating career paths for crew members. On Thursday, April 9, 2026, an appointment ceremony and departure ceremony were held at TOC Ariake.

The independent taxi "Nikko Independent Taxi" under the "Sakura and N" brand started in April 2023, and we have formed business alliances with a total of 8 drivers from the 1st to 3rd terms. This time, we have formed business alliances with 2 crew members belonging to Nihon Kotsu's main branch and 2 crew members belonging to business alliance operators (Ougibashi Kotsu Co., Ltd., Tokyo World Kotsu Co., Ltd.), bringing the total number of partner operators to 12.

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FAQ

What is the name of the new taxi service operating under the 'Sakura and N' brand launched by Nihon Kotsu?

The new taxi service operating under the 'Sakura and N' brand is called 'Nikko Independent Taxi', launched by Nihon Kotsu Co., Ltd.

When and where did the appointment and departure ceremony take place for the new Nikko Independent Taxi operators?

The appointment and departure ceremony for the new Nikko Independent Taxi operators took place on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at TOC Ariake.

How many independent taxi operators have joined the 'Sakura and N' brand since its launch in April 2023?

Since its launch in April 2023, a total of 12 independent taxi operators have joined the 'Sakura and N' brand through four terms.

Which companies did the two business alliance crew members come from who joined the fourth term of Nikko Independent Taxi?

The two business alliance crew members who joined the fourth term came from Ougibashi Kotsu Co., Ltd. and Tokyo World Kotsu Co., Ltd.

What are the goals of Nihon Kotsu's business alliance with independent taxi operators under the 'Sakura and N' brand?

Nihon Kotsu aims to secure group vehicles and create career paths for crew members through its business alliance under the 'Sakura and N' brand.

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