That depends where you’re planning to go. Downtown Kitakyushu, about 12 miles from Kitakyushu Airport (KKJ), can be tricky to drive around. Make life easy by renting something compact, fuel-efficient, and simple to handle. Keep in mind that Kitakyushu is a handy base from which to explore many of the cliffs around Fukuoka. If your trip is more about hitting the wide open road, then you may like something with a bit more comfort and room to move about. What about an SUV or a full-size car?