Rental cars in Dazaifu from $48

If your trip to Dazaifu is all organized but your itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a few hints and tips.This neighborhood offers easy access to Kyushu National Museum. Pop it on your itinerary — you really won’t regret it!There are lots of attractions within easy reach of this neighborhood, such as Dazaifu Tenmangu. More adventure is waiting for you at Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine and Kamado Shrine, which are also a stone’s throw away.

Situated 3 miles from Dazaifu is Umi. This is a terrific place to visit while you’re in the area, so why not put it on your to-do list?

Dazaifu boasts some magical coastal areas, and what better way to experience them than from behind the wheel of your own rental car. See what treasures you can find lying along the shoreline of one of these lovely beaches:

• Najima Beach (11 miles away).
• Kashi Beach (11 miles away).
• Momochi Beach (12 miles away).

If you have some serious business to attend to in Dazaifu, there’s a good chance you’ll be spending loads of time in convention centers. If that’s the case, you might want to hear about some of the ones that have cafés and restaurants nearby:

• Fukuoka Kokusai Center (9 miles away).
• Fukuoka Convention Center (9 miles away).
• Fukuoka International Congress Center (9 miles away).

Having your own set of wheels in Dazaifu will give you more freedom to go wherever you want at your leisure. Maybe you want to head out of town, cruise down the open road, and go where the wind blows. If so, collect the keys to one of our SUVs and take in the cliffs in the surrounding area. If you just want to experience city life, opt for something small. Dashing around heavy traffic will be a whole lot easier in a compact or economy car.

You’ll be glad to hear that there’s an impressive variety of both high-end and economy vehicles to rent in Dazaifu. What you end up going with will depend on how much you want to spend and the activities you’ve got planned. Prestige vehicles often spare no expense when it comes to mod cons and comfort. If you’re splurging, why not pick an elite SUV, or perhaps an upmarket mid-sized vehicle? Alternatively, if you just need a set of wheels to get you from A to B at the cheapest price possible, maybe go for an economy vehicle (or something else that won’t break the bank).

The left side of the road is where you’ll be motoring along in Dazaifu. Be aware that the controls of your rental car here, such as the steering wheel and stick shift (if your car has manual transmission), will be on the other side of what you’re used to.

It can be tough to get a car space in Dazaifu. Once you nab one, make sure you read the signage carefully. Overstaying the maximum time limit or leaving the car in a restricted zone can put a big hole in your vacation budget.

With a population of about 1,392,300, you should expect a moderate amount of traffic in Fukuoka. This includes areas like Dazaifu. To get to your destination much faster, avoid driving during the early and late rush hours.

Dazaifu is a neighborhood in Fukuoka, where speed limits range from 30km/h to 100km/h. However, these limits can change. Residential zones are usually 40km/h unless otherwise indicated by signs.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your rental company may charge the fined amount to your credit card. This is the usual practice. On the other hand, it may give your contact information to the relevant local agency so the fine is issued straight to you.

Provided you have Bluetooth or similar functions enabled, it’s legal to use your cell phone while cruising in your car around Dazaifu. But be sure to remain focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit when driving in Dazaifu is 0.03%. If you’re planning on partying, leave your rental car behind and organize some other way of getting home instead.

Turning on a red light is a big no-no in Dazaifu. Always be on the lookout for traffic signs and lights so that you don’t break any road rules.

Although there are a few exceptions, seat belts must be worn in Fukuoka.