Looking for a meeting bot API Japan solution? Skribby now offers a dedicated Tokyo region for low-latency meeting recording and transcription across Asia-Pacific.
If you're building meeting-powered applications for the Japanese market or broader APAC region, you can now run meeting bots in Japan with your data staying in-region and lower latency for real-time transcription.
Why We Added a Meeting Bot API Japan Region
As more of our customers expand into APAC markets, we heard consistent feedback: data residency matters. For many Japanese enterprises, keeping meeting recordings within Japan isn't optional - it's a requirement.
With our new meeting bot API Japan region, bots spin up locally in Tokyo. That means:
- Data stays in Japan - recordings are stored in our Tokyo infrastructure, not routed through Europe or the US
- Lower latency for real-time transcription via WebSocket (see our real-time transcription guide)
- Compliance-friendly for customers with strict data residency requirements
Meeting Bot API Japan Pricing vs Competitors
We're keeping the price the same as our EU region: $0.35/hour.
No regional surcharges. No complicated pricing tiers. Whether your meeting recording API bot runs in Europe or Japan, you pay the same rate. Check our pricing page for full details.
Let's do the math. Say you run 1,000 bot hours per month in Japan:
| Provider | Cost per month | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|
| Recall.ai | $500 | $6,000 |
| Skribby | $350 | $4,200 |
| You save | $150/mo | $1,800/yr |
That's $1,800 back in your pocket every year. Same features. Same reliability. Just less money leaving your account.
For comparison, Recall.ai charges $0.50/hour in their Tokyo region. Skribby's meeting bot API Japan is 30% cheaper.
| Provider | Meeting Bot API Japan Price | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Skribby | $0.35/hr | Baseline |
| Recall.ai | $0.50/hr | +43% |
Want a deeper comparison? Read our Recall.ai vs Skribby breakdown or our 2026 Meeting Bot API Comparison.
How to Use the Meeting Bot API Japan Region
Using the meeting bot API Japan region is straightforward. The Japan region runs on a separate environment with its own API endpoint:
# Japan region
curl -X POST https://platform-jp.skribby.io/api/v1/bot \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_JAPAN_API_KEY" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"meeting_url": "https://meet.google.com/abc-defg-hij",
"transcription_model": "whisper",
"bot_name": "Skribby Assistant"
}'
The bot will launch from our Tokyo infrastructure and join the meeting from Japan.
New to Skribby? Follow our quickstart guide to get your first bot running in under 5 minutes.
Available Meeting Bot API Regions
| Region | API Base URL | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Europe (default) | platform.skribby.io/api/v1 | Germany |
| Japan | platform-jp.skribby.io/api/v1 | Tokyo |
More regions coming based on customer demand. See our regions documentation for the full list and setup details.
Full Feature Support for Meeting Bot API Japan
No compromises. Everything you can do in our EU region works with our meeting bot API Japan:
- ✅ All meeting platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams). See our platform guide for details.
- ✅ All transcription models (Deepgram, Whisper, Soniox, AssemblyAI, etc.)
- ✅ Real-time WebSocket transcription
- ✅ Video recording
- ✅ Bot authentication for private meetings
- ✅ Speaker timelines
- ✅ BYOK (Bring Your Own Key) for transcription
You're not getting a "lite" version for Japan. You're getting the full product, running closer to your users.
Who Should Use the Meeting Bot API Japan?
Consider using the Japan region for your APAC meeting bot needs if:
- Your customers require data to stay within Japan
- You need the lowest possible latency for real-time meeting transcription in Japan
- You're building products specifically for the Japanese market
- Your users are primarily in Asia-Pacific (Japan, Korea, Australia, Southeast Asia)
For global applications, you can use different regions for different customers based on their location or compliance requirements.
Building an AI notetaker? Check out our guide on how to build an AI notetaker like Fireflies.ai.
Getting Started with Meeting Bot API Japan
The Japan region runs as a separate environment. To get started:
- Create a Japan account at platform-jp.skribby.io/register
- Generate a new API key in your Japan dashboard
- Start your subscription (PAYG or paid plan) on the Japan environment
- Point your API calls to
platform-jp.skribby.iousing your Japan API key
Your EU and Japan accounts are separate, so you'll manage them independently.
Questions? Reach out on Discord or email us at [email protected]. We typically respond within minutes, not days.
FAQ
Does the meeting bot API Japan cost extra?
No. Skribby charges the same $0.35/hour regardless of region. See our billing guide for full pricing details.
Do I need a separate account for Japan?
Yes. The Japan region runs as a separate environment. You'll need to create a new account at platform-jp.skribby.io and generate a new API key there.
Which meeting bot API region should I use?
Use platform-jp.skribby.io if your customers require data residency in Japan or if your meetings are primarily hosted in Asia-Pacific. Use platform.skribby.io (default) for meetings in Europe, Africa, or the Americas.
Can I use both regions?
Yes. You can have accounts in both EU and Japan, using each for different customers or use cases based on their requirements.
Is real-time meeting transcription available in Japan?
Yes. All transcription models, including real-time WebSocket streaming, work in the Japan region with lower latency for APAC-based meetings. Learn more in our real-time transcription guide.
What about data residency for meeting recordings in Japan?
Bots running in the Japan region store recordings in our Tokyo infrastructure. Your data stays in Japan. Transcription processing depends on your chosen provider's infrastructure. If you have strict data residency requirements, contact us to discuss options.
Are more meeting bot API regions coming?
Yes. We're expanding based on customer demand. If you need a specific region (US, Australia, Singapore, etc.), let us know. Your feedback directly influences our roadmap.
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We're always expanding based on customer needs. Have a region request? Let us know. Your feedback shapes our roadmap.