$76 Cheap Car Rental in Takamatsu

If your trip to Takamatsu is all organized but your travel itinerary is looking a little empty, let us give you a few hints and tips.Plan a stop at Takamatsu Castle. It’s one sight you’ll usually find on most travelers’ to-do lists. Ritsurin Garden and Takamatsu Marugamemachi Shopping Street are also not far away and worth a pit stop.

With some great day trip options in the surrounding area, having your own car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to explore everything that Kotohira, 17 miles away, has to offer. New Reoma World, Kotohira-gu and Konpira Grand Theatre alone make the drive out worth it. Locals will also probably point you in the direction of Shodoshima, 17 miles away. If you only see one attraction here, make sure it’s Angel Road. (But we’re also big fans of Shodoshima Olive Park and Sakate Port Ferry Terminal.)

Nothing screams vacation like jumping in the car and driving to the seaside. Takamatsu has some fantastic beaches close by, so bring along a good book (and a kite if the wind’s blowing) and take a road trip to one of these fantastic options:

• Shibukawa Beach (11 miles away).
• Kashima Beach (12 miles away).
• Angel Road (12 miles away).

Having your own car in Takamatsu will give you the freedom to go wherever you want at your leisure. Maybe you just can’t wait to leave the big city behind, get out on the open road, and go wherever the wind takes you. If so, book one of our full-size or mid-size SUVs and take a look at the bays in the area. If you’d rather experience city life, go for something small. Zooming around heavy traffic and busy streets will be a lot less stressful with a compact or mini car.

For some people, owning a luxury vehicle is a little (or a lot!) out of reach. But renting the car of your dreams is far more achievable than you might think! Imagine the thrill of cruising down the highway in a snazzy convertible, even if it’s only for a day or two. Or perhaps all you want is a budget ride to bring you safely from point A to point B. Extravagant or economical? Whatever you decide, one thing’s for sure — there’s a rental car to suit you in Takamatsu.

In Takamatsu, motorists stick to the left-hand side of the road. That means the steering wheel is on the right-hand side. If you’ve rented a ride with a manual transmission, get used to shifting gears with your left hand.

It can be. Driving around the block looking for a place to park is a common experience in Takamatsu. Getting close to the top sights is easier if you plan ahead.

As with most destinations, roads get busier just before and after work during the week. However, due to its smaller population of approximately 334,200, traffic jams aren’t a huge issue in Takamatsu.

Yes. In Takamatsu, speed limits range from 30km/h to 100km/h. Most built-up areas have a maximum speed limit of 40km/h unless indicated otherwise.

Normally, one of two things will happen. Your chosen rental car company may charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. This is the more common practice. Otherwise, it may pass on your contact details to local authorities so the fine is sent straight to you.

As is the case in many places, regular cell phone usage is prohibited while behind the wheel in Takamatsu. However, an exception applies for hands-free or Bluetooth functions. Just remember to stay focused on the road.

When operating a vehicle in Takamatsu, it’s illegal to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.03%. Thinking of having a drink or two while you’re out? Consider grabbing a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

Turning on a red light is prohibited in Takamatsu. Always keep an eye on traffic signs and lights to ensure you don’t break any traffic laws.

Seat belts should always be worn in Kagawa Prefecture. That being said, this rule may differ for certain vehicles, such as those used by public transportation networks.