5 reasons why you should rent a car with Eight Ways Car Rental

Remove one of the biggest hurdles of driving in Japan by renting a left-hand drive car from Eight Ways Car Rental. This familiarity will make it much easier to adapt to driving on the left-hand side of the road, giving you the confidence to explore Japan by car.

Eight Ways Car Rental is the only vehicle hire company in Japan that specialises in renting out left-hand drive cars. As soon as you jump into the car, you’ll know where all of the main controls are, such as for the blinkers, windscreen wipers and headlights. This will go a long way to helping you adapt to a new driving experience.

What’s more, Eight Ways Car Rental provides an illustrated handbook and traffic manual that cover the traffic rules and driving customs in Japan. These English-language resources add to the peace of mind when renting a vehicle in Japan.

Get off the beaten track and take a deep dive into the hidden corners of Japan without worrying about public transport. Renting a car is the perfect way to do this and you’re sure to make unforgettable memories.

Many of Japan’s famous onsen resorts are in areas not conveniently served by trains or buses. That’s not to mention the charming towns and villages, beautiful temples and historic castles that are much easier to reach by car. A car also gives you the chance to enjoy the best of Japan’s seasonal delights in rural areas. Head out on a road trip to see the springtime cherry blossoms and red leaves in the autumn away from the crowds. 

Another advantage to renting a car is being able to set your own schedule. Slow highway buses or local train services with many stops can cut into valuable sightseeing time. Rent a car, however, and you can break free from public transport timetables and travel at your own pace.

Japan’s climate is something that you need to consider when planning a trip. Waiting for a bus by the roadside or standing on a train platform in unpleasant weather conditions isn’t an enjoyable way to spend your vacation. With a car, though, you don’t need to worry about this.

Summer in particular can be a gruelling time to visit Japan due to the high temperatures and sapping humidity. A handy way to dodge the heat is by travelling in a car with the temperature set just how you like it. It’s a much more comfortable way of moving between tourist attractions.

Even in spring, autumn and winter, it’s useful to have a car. Japan’s weather can be very unpredictable, so it will be a relief to know that you can shelter from rain storms or warm up on a cold day in your own vehicle.

Shopping for souvenirs is one of the most enjoyable parts of any trip to Japan. But if you’re using public transport, it can be difficult to carry a lot of items. This is where a car comes in handy.

One of the best places to go shopping in Japan is at an outlet mall. Many of the discount shopping centres are outside of big cities, such as Gotemba Premium Outlets in Shizuoka prefecture and Mitsui Outlet Park Kisarazu in Chiba prefecture. These malls are accessible by bus from central Tokyo, but it’s more convenient to drive as you can save time, set your own schedule and keep purchases in the car.

Even when sightseeing, having a car is useful for storing everyday items like coats, bags and strollers. The alternative is searching for storage lockers or struggling with heavy items on often crowded public transport. Take away that stress by renting a car.

Eight Ways Car Rental takes many of the concerns out of driving in Japan with its left-hand drive vehicles. But the company’s customer service will also help you get used to navigating Japan’s roads.

One of the difficulties in renting a car in Japan can be the language barrier. However, Eight Ways Car Rental offers English-language support from the moment you get in touch. Everything will be explained in English, including the traffic rules, and the staff will also give you advice about the driving culture in Japan.

Additionally, English-language support is available if you require assistance in an emergency. Eight Ways Car Rental staff can translate for you when dealing with the authorities and roadside recovery companies, thus removing any communication worries.

Eight Ways Car Rental also makes it easy for you to get driving by offering free delivery of vehicle within the 23 metropolitan wards of Tokyo. If you’re staying in other locations, contact the company to find out a solution that’s right for you.

For more information and to reserve your car, check the Eight Ways Car Rental website.