A-Drive and Aisan Technology Initiate Self-Driving Bus Operations in Mizuho, Tokyo

Self-Driving Bus Initiative in Mizuho, Tokyo

A-Drive Corporation, headquartered in Yokohama, Kanagawa, and Aisan Technology Co., Ltd., based in Nagoya, Aichi, have joined forces with the Tokyo metropolitan municipality of Mizuho to launch a self-driving bus service. Scheduled to commence on February 14, 2026, this significant project aims to provide cutting-edge mobility experiences to local residents as a preliminary step toward the full-scale implementation of autonomous buses. The initiative is spearheaded by Mizuho Town, in collaboration with various partners, with an emphasis on promoting enhanced public transportation. Furthermore, this endeavor receives backing from the Cabinet Office of Japan, specifically from the