Pick-up, Return, and Settlement
Once you have made a reservation, you can start driving the moment you arrive in Japan! The next step is to pick up the vehicle.Explains the items and procedures required when picking up the vehicle.
The vehicle must be returned after you are done enjoying your drive. Explains the procedures, requirements, and payment of fees when returning the vehicle.
Vehicle Pick-Up Procedures
1.Going to the Rental Station and Presenting Documents
You are required to present your passport if the license you have is an international driving permit issued by a country that is a member of the Geneva Convention.
2.Listening to the Staff’s Explanation and Checking the Vehicle
Check the condition of the vehicle, such as existing scratches and the angle of the rear-view mirror.
Provides information on the condition of and the right fuel type for the vehicle.
3.Firsthand Inspection
Customers who require infant seats and toddler seat are requested to check whether the seats are installed correctly and firmly fixed in place. Customers must make sure to do the inspection themselves.
The driver and passengers should fasten their seatbelts at all times. Passengers in the back seat are also required by law to fasten their seatbelts.
Set an ETC card in place if necessary.
Points to Note
We recommend reading first about the traffic rules in Japan and information on the rented vehicle to ensure safe driving.
Japan has special rules for traffic, signals, the use of ETC units on expressways, and driving rental cars. Make the necessary preparations before driving.
Vehicle Return Procedures
When you are done driving, return the vehicle to the station where you picked it up. If a one-way rental reservation has been made, return the vehicle to the station specified.
1.Refueling Before Returning the Vehicle
Return the vehicle with a full tank by refueling at a gas station.
Ask a staff member to direct you to the nearest gas station.
When returning the vehicle, make sure not to fill the tank with the wrong type of fuel.
Despite the increasing number of self-service gas stations in Japan, we recommend refueling at a manned gas station if you are not confident in reading Japanese.
The staff at manned gas stations will fill the tank with the correct fuel for the vehicle in use.
2.Returning the Vehicle to the Specified Rental Station
Talk to a staff member once you arrive at the return station. Check the condition of the vehicle together with the station staff.
Settle any additional fees incurred through extensions or other services.
Present the receipt from the gas station.
Check to make sure you have left no personal belongings in the vehicle.
Leave plenty of time to return the vehicle in consideration of traffic congestion.
Payment Changes
Extensions
Contact the Customer Desk in advance if you need to extend the rental period. Pay the extension fee when returning the vehicle.
Refueling
A separate refueling fee must be paid if the vehicle is returned without a full tank. The refueling fee will be calculated based on the standards prescribed by the company in accordance with the distance traveled.
Midterm Cancellation
Contact the Customer Desk first before going to the station if you wish to return the vehicle earlier than the scheduled return date.
Termination Fee
The balance of the unused period will be refunded. However, a midterm cancellation fee will be charged.
Midterm Cancellation Fee = (Rental fees corresponding to the Rental Agreement period ‒ Rental fees corresponding to the period from rental until termination) x 50%
Amount of Refund = Balance ‒ Midterm Cancellation Fee