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Luup Enhances Mobility in Osaka City

Introduction
In a significant development for urban mobility, Luup, a leading micro-mobility service provider based in Tokyo, has reached a collaboration agreement with the Northern, Konohana, and Sumiyoshi districts of Osaka. This partnership, effective from April 23, 2026, focuses on the shared use of public land for cycling ports, paving the way for improved transportation services in these densely populated areas.

About Luup
Founded in July 2018 and headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, Luup aims to address mobility issues across Japan by transforming cityscapes into convenient transit hubs. The company has successfully established over 17,900 ports nationwide and has surpassed 6 million app downloads, marking its position as one of the largest micro-mobility service providers in the country. In the Osaka area, Luup launched its services in April 2021, focusing on key districts including Umeda and Namba and has since expanded to cover all districts in Osaka, recently exceeding 2,300 ports.

Partnership Benefits
The agreement aims to boost various community benefits, as the promotion of shared cycling contributes to increased mobility convenience for residents and visitors, CO2 reduction, improved public health, and more efficient management of abandoned bicycles. The collaboration includes plans for installing additional Luup ports in six locations in the Northern district, two in Konohana, and two in Sumiyoshi, totaling ten new ports. This strategic move is designed to enhance the accessibility and usability of shared services across the city.

Details of the Agreement
The partnership distinguishes roles to ensure effective implementation:

• - Osaka City District Offices (Northern, Konohana, Sumiyoshi): Overseeing the collaborative use of public lands, offering public property free of charge for port installation, handling necessary approvals, and promoting awareness of the project.
• - Luup: Responsible for creating documentation for necessary permits, managing bicycle and port maintenance, addressing illegal parking issues near ports, and conducting user surveys to gather feedback and improve services.

Public Land Ports
The new ports established in public areas include:

• - Sumiyoshi Ward Office (Address: 3-1-17 Misaki, Sumiyoshi Ward) - Capacity: 13 bikes
• - Nishi-Umeda Park (Address: 2-6 Umeda, Northern Ward) - Capacity: 15 bikes
• - Nakanoshima Park (Address: 1-1 Nakanoshima, Northern Ward) - Capacity: 5 bikes
• - Northern Ward Office & Center (Address: 2-1-27 Ogi-machi, Northern Ward) - Capacity: 5 bikes
• - Konohana Ward Office (Address: 1-8-4 Kasugade, Konohana Ward) - Capacity: 10 bikes

Overview of the LUUP Service
LUUP provides a micro-mobility sharing service accessible via a smartphone app. Users can ride various electric vehicles, including kickboards and bicycles, and can easily move between ports scattered throughout the city. The base fare for rides is set at 50 yen, with additional fees for usage based on time. Users must register age verification documents and pass a traffic rule test before using electric kickboards or boards.

The safety of users is also a priority; LUUP’s insurance covers liability for damages and personal injuries incurred during rides.

Conclusion
Through this new collaboration, Luup is strengthening its community ties and increasing the efficiency of shared micro-mobility services in Osaka. The focus on safety and public ease will ensure that both residents and visitors can rely on Luup for their urban commuting needs. As Luup continues to innovate and adapt, the company promises further expansions in partnership with local governments, creating an even more interconnected urban transport network for everyone.

For further details and updates, visit the official Luup website: Luup Official Site

Contact Information
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