Book Shiga Prefecture car rentals from

Sure, there’s something to be said for living like a free spirit. But sometimes you just need to know which way you’re going. Before you start up your rental car and cruise down those highways and byways, it’s worth knowing a little bit about Shiga Prefecture. This epic destination is located in Japan.

Being in control of when and where you travel is one of the greatest advantages of having your own rental car on vacation. Take charge of your journey around Shiga Prefecture and revel in the freedom of discovering its coolest destinations at your own pace. Experience some (or all) of this place’s most renowned cities:

• Otsu (population of 298,200)
• Kusatsu (population of 127,700)
• Hikone (population of 110,900)
• Omihachiman (population of 69,200)

Here are our best tips and tricks to help you save:

• Compare as many different bargain deals as you can (we make that chore as easy as ABC!);
• By submitting only your email address into our Price Drop Alert, you’ll be notified of all the unbeatable bargains for your selected destination;
• Broaden your search to include both airport and non-airport pickup outlet locations to ensure you’re scoring the best possible deal in town;
• If your pickup and drop-off dates are not written in stone, see if you can get a lower price by modifying the days in your search;
• Pickup and drop-off times generally need to be the same or very similar (e.g, both 11 a.m.) or you may be charged for a whole extra day;
• Sometimes companies reward you handsomely for prepaying — keep an eye out for these kinds of deals;
• It’s best to book as soon as your vacation dates are locked in. The early bird catches the worm!

It’s always a great idea to take time out from the city, and if you do, you’ll be rewarded for your efforts. With bays, coral reefs, and sandy shores to check out, Shiga Prefecture is ripe for thrilling adventures. A bigger vehicle like an SUV or a four-wheel drive will give you and the gang more comfort and room for those longer drives.

You’ll be pleased to hear that there’s a wide variety of both high-end and economy rental vehicles on offer in Shiga Prefecture. What you end up going with is largely dependent on how much you’re willing to spend as well as what you plan to do. Specialty vehicles are hard to beat if you’re all about mod cons and comfort. If you’re splashing out, why not grab an elite SUV, or perhaps a slick medium-sized sedan? Alternatively, if you’re just after something to whiz around town in as cheaply as possible, we can help you out with 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 Shiga Prefecture. Take note that the controls of your rental car here, like the steering wheel, will be on the opposite side of what you’re used to.

In Shiga Prefecture, the maximum default speed limit is 100km/h. The minimum is 30km/h. When approaching residential areas, bear in mind that unless indicated otherwise, the limit is 40km/h.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your rental car company may charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the most common approach. Or it may supply your contact details to the relevant local authority so the fine is issued straight to you.