$76 Cheap Car Rental in Kanazawa

If your trip to Kanazawa is all sorted out but your travel itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a helping hand.Stop by Kenrokuen Garden. It’s one attraction you’ll find on most visitors’ to-do lists. If you still have space on that schedule, Omicho Market and Kanazawa Castle will keep you entertained too.

If you’re trying to find day-trip inspiration from Kanazawa, you certainly won’t be disappointed! Nakaniikawa District, just 45 miles away, has some fantastic attractions that’ll keep you busy. Drop by Tateyama Museum of Toyama- Mandala Yuen Park and Shomyo Falls to start delving into the story of the region. Then top off your trip with a visit to Tateyama Caldera Sabo Museum.

If you’re in town for a business conference, you’ll find Shiinoki Cultural Complex situated 1 mile away. During one of the breaks, head to a nearby restaurant to grab a moment to yourself — networking and socializing can be quite exhausting.

Having your own car in Kanazawa will give you more freedom to go wherever you want. Maybe you’re planning to skip town, hit the open road, and go where the wind blows. If that’s the case, drive off in one of our SUVs and explore the bays in the surrounding area. If you’d rather experience the bright lights of the city, slide behind the wheel of something small. Zooming around busy streets and traffic will be a whole lot easier in an economy or compact car.

There’s plenty of choice when it comes to rental cars in Kanazawa. From SUVs with trunk space galore to economy rides that are a snap to park, you’ll find it all here. Choosing your perfect match depends on how much you’d like to spend and what you intend to do. There are some road trips that are just begging you to splurge on your dream ride, whereas others don’t need anything more than an engine and four wheels. Which car will you be sliding behind the wheel of this time?

In Kanazawa, you’ll need to drive on the left side of the road. That means the driver’s seat is on the right-hand side. If you’ve rented a vehicle with a manual transmission, you’ll have to get used to shifting gears with your left hand.

It can be. Circling the block looking for a place to park is all part of the experience in Kanazawa. Getting within walking distance of busy attractions is easier if you plan in advance.

As with many cities, roads get busy in the hours before and after work. However, thanks to its smaller population of roughly 458,900, traffic jams aren’t a big issue in Kanazawa.

Most residential areas in the city of Kanazawa have a 40km/h speed limit. Outside these areas, the speed limits normally range between 30km/h and 100km/h.

Generally, your rental car company will bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may share your contact information with local law enforcement agencies so they can issue a fine directly to you.

It is illegal to use your cell phone while driving in Kanazawa, and you could even be charged a fine for simply holding your phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. That said, the use of hands-free or Bluetooth functions is allowed, as long as you stay focused on the road.

While driving in Kanazawa, it’s a criminal offence to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.03%. Thinking of having a few beers while you’re out? Consider booking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

No, so don’t risk a fine by doing it. In Kanazawa, red equals stop, with no exceptions. When nearing traffic lights, always maintain a safe speed so you can easily stop if you need to.

By law everyone must wear a seat belt. However, there are exceptions for vehicles operated by public transportation systems.