📰 Japan Self-Drive Rental Guide
⭐ Guide2026-04-12
Renting a car in Japan — complete A→Z guide
IDP, CDW/NOC insurance, English GPS, pickup desks and the full pre-departure checklist.
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Routes2026-04-08
Top 5 scenic drives in Japan
Hokkaido lavender, Hakone Skyline, Shirakawa-go, Cape Manzamo, Tateyama Snow Wall — 5 once-in-a-lifetime drives.
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Itinerary2026-04-03
Hokkaido self-drive — 7-day itinerary
Sapporo → Furano → Biei → Asahikawa → Sounkyo → Otaru — distances, parking and onsen stops.
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License2026-03-28
How to get an International Driving Permit for Japan
Geneva 1949 vs Vienna 1968, eligible countries, fees and processing times in major issuing countries.
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Tolls2026-03-22
Japan toll roads & saving with the ETC card
ETC auto-toll is 25–30% cheaper than cash. Tourist ETC Pass: ¥7,500/3 days, ¥10,000/5, ¥14,000/7.
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Winter2026-03-18
Winter driving tips in Japan
Snow tyres mandatory in Hokkaido & Tohoku, fog lights, NEXCO road-condition codes, recovery from skid.
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