Japan: Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism closes consultation on guidelines for utilisation of autonomous driving technology in urban spaces

On 16 April 2025, Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism closes the public consultation on draft guidelines for the utilisation of autonomous driving technology in urban spaces. The guideline applies to urban infrastructure planners, transport providers, and stakeholders involved in deploying autonomous vehicles in cities. It outlines considerations for integrating autonomous driving technology and addressing workforce shortages and traffic congestion while proposing a phased approach to infrastructure adaptation.