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πŸš—Main Rental Companies

πŸ† Toyota Rent a Car

Japan's largest rental chain. Located at New Chitose, Sapporo, Asahikawa, Hakodate and all major Hokkaido cities.

All HokkaidoNew ChitoseWide fleet
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🌟 Nippon Rent-A-Car

Good coverage in Hokkaido with recent vehicles and competitive prices. Available at all major airports.

AirportsCompetitive pricesModern fleet
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πŸ’° Times Car Rental

Among the lowest prices in Japan. Great for budget travellers. Handy mobile app.

BudgetMobile appLow prices
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🌿 Orix Rent a Car

Good availability across Hokkaido, including smaller towns. Hybrid and electric vehicles available.

HybridsElectricSmaller towns
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πŸ’‘Driving Tips

❄️ Winter Tyres Are Mandatory

November–March, Hokkaido roads are snow-covered and icy. Rental cars automatically come with winter tyres β€” always double-check.

Winter tyresNov.–MarchIncluded in winter
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πŸ›£οΈ Toll-Free National Roads

Most national routes (kokudo) in Hokkaido are toll-free. Expressways use ETC. A national-road-only route is often possible.

Free roadsNational routesETC tollways
ETC info β†’

πŸ“ GPS & Offline Maps

Download Google Maps offline before you go. Some rental GPS units are Japanese only.

Japanese GPSGoogle MapsOffline download
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β›½ Petrol Stations

Common in cities but rare in remote areas (Shiretoko, Daisetsuzan). Fill up before entering national parks.

Fill up before parksRemote areasPetrol & diesel
Fuel info β†’