Apple Maps Adds Real-Time Traffic Information in Tokyo

Apple Maps’ real-time transit information feature is now live in Tokyo, Japan. The latest feature enables users to access the latest traffic info about public transit, delays, etc.

As first reported by 9to5Mac, Apple announced its real-time traffic information is being made available in the greater Tokyo area. According to a translated press release, Apple notes that 20 train, bus, and tram lines provided by JR East, Tokyo Metro, and “other agencies offering services” will be available.

By way of the new feature, users can access more detailed information regarding transit arrival, real-time departures, route connections, and more. Apple Maps will also be able to relay cancellations and traffic information in real time, according to the company. All of this will be made available without requiring a software update.

Apple also confirms that upon the release of iOS 18, users in Japan will also be able to access topographical maps. This allows hikers and cyclists to better see elevated routes. Contour lines, relief shading, trails, etc. are all being made available thanks to the update. “With the release of iOS 18 this fall, users all over Japan will also be able to explore beautiful topographic maps with equinometric lines, undulating shading, hiking trails, etc. on their iPhone,” Apple says.

Apple has been continually investing and expanding the coverage of its real-time traffic information feature for Apple Maps. Since originally rolling out support in 2020, its been made available in Canada, many regions in the UK, the Netherlands, Sweden, and select cities across Australia and China.

iOS 18 is expected to be released later this fall alongside this year’s iPhone 16 series. Although Apple has yet to confirm a date, the new software will likely be released in the middle of September.