What is the "Taxi long-routing and overcharge" scam in Yokohama?

Drivers take indirect routes between Minato Mirai, Chinatown, and the stations, or refuse short fares. Use the train and subway, which cover most sights cheaply, and confirm the meter for any taxi.

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Taxi & Transport Scams in Yokohama

Overcharging, meter tampering, fake taxis, and transport cons targeting tourists. 1 documented taxi & transport scams in Yokohama — how they work and how to avoid them.

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