Japan launched its first ride-hailing services this month. Uber and other apps are gearing up to take on the market, but taxi companies remain in the driver's seat thanks to strict regulations.
The results are impressive. Not only do Japanese children do well academically; they also show remarkable independence at a young age. Six-year-olds walk or ride the metro unaccompanied to school.
The government will study a system for allowing non-taxi companies to offer ride-sharing services “without setting a deadline,” effectively barring newcomers for the time being. Transport ...