If your trip to Imabetsu is all sorted out but your itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a few hints and tips.There’s a wealth of things to see and do around here. Don’t leave without exploring Seikan Tunnel Entrance Park and Road Station Tairadate - Oh! Daiba. If you can, also check out Memorial Park.

See what’s going on in nearby Aomori. What’s 25 miles when you’ve got your very own ride? The journey there is half the fun! Aomori Museum of Art, Nebuta Museum WARASSE and Gappo Park alone justify the drive out here. Locals will also probably point you toward Hakodate, 45 miles away. If you only see one thing here, let it be Yunokawa Hot Spring. (But we’d also highly recommend Mount Hakodate and Fort Goryokaku.)

Whether you’re on the road on your own or with a big group, we’re here to help find your perfect ride in Imabetsu. If you’d prefer something small, why not pick up the keys to a mini? These nifty cars are easy to park and cheap on gas. Excited to get out and explore the surrounding areas? An SUV could be perfect. If you’d prefer to go all out on your getaway, make an impression with a feature-packed premium car.

You’ll be pleased to hear that there’s an impressive variety of both luxury and economy vehicles to rent in Imabetsu. What you go with will depend on your funds as well as what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles often spare no expense when it comes to comfort and class. If you want to indulge yourself, why not go for a high-end SUV, or perhaps a cushy mid-size sedan? Alternatively, if you’re just after something to whiz around town in as efficiently as possible, go for an economy vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your wallet).

The left side is where you’ll be driving along in Imabetsu. Take note that the controls of your rental car here, like the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the opposite side of what you’re used to.

Getting your hands on a car space in Imabetsu isn’t always simple. That’s why many visitors book a hotel that has its own parking. When leaving the car around the city, make sure you check the signage. Overstaying the allotted time limit could result in a large fine.

Yes. In Imabetsu, speed limits range from 30km/h to 100km/h. Residential zones have a maximum speed limit of 40km/h unless marked otherwise.

Normally, your chosen rental company will bill the amount of the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact details to the relevant local authority so they can issue a fine straight to you.

Provided you have hands-free or Bluetooth functions enabled, it’s fine to use your phone while driving in Imabetsu. Just make sure you keep focused on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while operating a vehicle in Imabetsu is 0.03%. If you’re planning a big night on the town, leave your wheels behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

Turning on a red light is a big no-no in Imabetsu. Always be on the alert for traffic lights and signs to make sure you don’t breach any traffic laws.

You bet. Although, there are exceptions for vehicles run by public transportation systems.