$56 Cheap Car Rental in Akita

If your trip to Akita is all sorted out but your itinerary is a bit on the empty side, let us give you a helping hand.There’s nothing more enjoyable than visiting new places. While you’re staying in the area, Akita Museum of Art and Akita Senshu Museum of Art ought to be among them. Another place to keep in mind is Nida no Akitafuki.

If you’re after day-trip inspiration, we’ve got some ideas. Situated 25 miles away, Senboku is worth the drive. Soak up the sights starting with Tazawako Ski Resort, Lake Tazawa and Gozanoishi Shrine. The locals are also likely to point you in the direction of Oga, 30 miles away. If you can only find time for one thing here, let it be Oga Aquarium GAO. (But we’re also big fans of Namahage Museum and Oga Onsen.)

If you’re mostly here for business purposes, you’ll probably be going to Atorian. You’ll find it 5 miles away.

Having your own ride in Akita will give you more flexibility to go where you want, when you want. Maybe you’re eager to leave the big city behind, hit the country roads, and go wherever the wind takes you. If so, grab one of our full-size or mid-size SUVs and discover the bays in the area. If you just can’t get enough of the bright lights of the city, go for something small. Zipping around heavy traffic will be a lot easier with a mini or compact car.

You’ll be glad to hear that there’s a huge range of luxury rental vehicles in Akita. What you end up going with will depend on your funds and what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles are hard to beat if you’re all about mod cons and comfort. If you’re splashing out, why not pick a fully kitted-out SUV, or perhaps a cushy mid-sized vehicle? On the other hand, if you just need a car to whiz around town in as cheaply as possible, we can help you out with an economy compact vehicle (or something else that’s unlikely to break the bank).

Keep on the left-hand side of the road in Akita. If you plan to grab a rental car here, take note that the driver’s seat will be on the right. It may take a little bit to get used to!

Grabbing a car space in Akita isn’t always easy. That’s why many opt for a hotel that has its own parking. When leaving the car around town, make sure you pay attention to the signage. Overstaying the maximum time limit could result in a substantial fine.

Since the population of Akita is only 320,100, you shouldn’t have too much trouble with traffic. However, city center streets usually get busy in the rush hours before and after work, so you may want to avoid driving during these times.

Speed limits vary in Akita, but generally range from 30km/h to 100km/h. Most residential zones have a top speed of 40km/h unless posted otherwise.

More often than not, your rental company will bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact details to the relevant local authority so they can send a fine straight to you.

It’s against the law to use your cell phone while driving around Akita, and you may even be issued a fine for just handling your phone if you’re in control of a vehicle. However, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as you keep your attention on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when operating a vehicle in Akita is 0.03%. If a big night is on the cards, leave the car behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

It’s illegal to turn on a red light in Akita. When you encounter one, enjoy a couple of mindful moments until the signal goes back to green.

They are, so buckle up. However, there are a few exceptions for certain vehicles used by public transportation systems.