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This is a preview of the full content of our Japan’s Best app.

Please consider downloading this app to support small independent publishing and because:

All content is designed for mobile devices and works best there.
Detailed in-app maps will help you find sites using your device’s GPS.
The app works offline (one time upgrade required on Android versions).
All advertising (only present on Android versions) can be removed.

The app will also allow you to:

Add custom locations to the app map (your hotel…).
Create your own list of favourites as you browse.
Search the entire contents using a fast and simple text-search tool.
Make one-click phone calls (on phones).

Car & Motorcycle

Great for exploring Japan

Renting a car is a great option if you want to explore off the beaten path, rural or mountainous areas and is relatively easy with English-speaking GPS navigation systems.

You’ll need an International Driving Permit and be mentally prepared to drive on the left-hand side of the road.

For the full scoop, check out:

Expressways has info on Japan’s 10,000km of kōsokudōro, toll costs, ETC cards, and a variety of Expressway Passes that are available to foreign visitors.

If you’re after a rental motorbike adventure in Japan, check out Rental 819. Hokkaidō, in particular, is great for bike touring, with Rider Houses set up to accommodate bikers.

Don’t forget:

speed limits tend to be low
stop signs are inverted red triangles
Japan is very tough on drunk driving (don’t do it!).

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Road tripping in Japan: The checklist@JNTO

Traffic Rules in Japan

Transport

Image by Tzuhsun Hsu