Frequently Asked Questions

Q.) HOW OLD DO I HAVE TO BE TO RENT A CAR OR DRIVE ON A GUIDED TOUR?

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A.) You must be at least 23 years old to rent a car or drive on a guided tour.

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​Q.) WHAT DO I NEED TO DRIVE MYSELF OR RENT A CAR?

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A.) You must have a valid driver’s license and the appropriate international driving permit (Geneva Convention on Road Traffic 19 September, 1949) or JAF Translation, and your passport. You must also have a good experience driving in Japan and/or driving right-hand or left-hand drive vehicles depending on the car you select.

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Q.) HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD I BOOK?

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A.) Most of our customers book WELL in advance, sometimes as early as a year in advance. We suggest booking at least 2-4 weeks in advance. While we can deal with last minute bookings, availability (especially for Daikoku tours) can be scarce. 

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Q.) CAN YOU PICK ME UP AND DROP ME OFF AT MY HOTEL?​

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A.) No, we do not do hotel pick ups and drop offs.

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Q.) WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A RENTAL AND A TOUR?

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A.) For a rental, you will pick up the car and are free to drive yourself wherever you’d like for the time period selected. On a guided tour, a staff member accompanies you and guides you on a pre-selected route either from the passenger seat or with a lead car in front of you.

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Q.) WHAT IS THE BEST DAY TO GO TO DAIKOKU?

A.) The busiest times at Daikoku are Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday morning.​​​​

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If you are still unsure about something or require further assistance, please contact us!