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About Drive Japan
We believe that a road trip is the best way to experience Japan.

It offers unparalleled convenience, greater cost efficiency, ultimate flexibility, breathtaking scenery along the way, and the freedom to travel at your own pace.

With a road trip, you can explore incredible destinations that are often inaccessible by public transportation.
No need to worry about carrying or storing luggage. Maximize your precious travel time by focusing solely on the places you truly want to visit.

Our mission is to help you create unforgettable road trip memories by providing expertly planned, safe itineraries and highly detailed driving maps.
Every road trip itinerary we offer is carefully crafted using:
dozens of guidebooks, hundreds of draft itineraries, thousands of recommended spots from local governments, and tens of thousands of kilometers driven by our own team to ensure you visit the very best locations.

We pride ourselves on unbiased recommendations. We do not accept advertising fees from tourist attractions or restaurants. The spots we suggest are chosen purely based on their merit and our firsthand experiences.

Why not embark on a road trip and discover a side of Japan you’ve never seen before?
Company NameDrive Japan Inc.
FoundedJuly 25, 2018
LocationKodaira-city, Tokyo, Japan
CEOTakujiro Oto
Partner Governments
  • Japan Tourism Agency (観光庁)

  • Local Governments
    Niigaga, Gunma, Saitama, Miyazaki, Kagoshima,
    Wakayama, Nagano, Tottori, Shimane

  • DMO
    Tokyo & Around Tokyo DMO
    San’in Tourism Organization
    Kyushu Tourism Organization

  • Cities
    Niigata, Sado, Tsubame, Sanjo, Amami, AizuWakamatsu and so on
We are always looking for ways to improve our service. If you have any comments or suggestions about Drive Japan, we would love to hear from you. Feel free to contact us anytime!
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Why
Drive Japan is Your
Ultimate Road Trip Companion
Discover the freedom, convenience, and hidden gems that only a self-driven adventure can offer.
200+ Expertly
Planned Itineraries
Discover your perfect adventure with over 200 pre-planned itineraries across Japan. Choose from different durations, routes, and travel paces, offering options from Hokkaido to Kyushu for 3 to 16 days.
Explore Hidden Gems
by Car
Uncover Japan’s best-kept secrets with itineraries crafted by experts who have explored all 47 prefectures. Access scenic routes and destinations that are unreachable by public transportation.
Travel Freely with
No Fixed Schedules
Customize your journey, adjust your plans on the go, and spend as much time as you want in each place—without the constraints of public transportation schedules.
Personalised Driving Maps
for Each Day
Navigate effortlessly with our customised, day-by-day spot maps. Each map includes up to 20 recommended spots and restaurants, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.
Traveler-First
Recommendations
Enjoy unbiased hotel and restaurant recommendations based on firsthand experience. We don’t accept advertising fees, so our suggestions are focused solely on enhancing your trip.
Safe, Convenient,
and Cost-Effective
With safety-checked routes, no luggage hassle, and cost savings for groups of three or more, renting a car is the most convenient and affordable way to explore Japan’s hidden treasures.
Below is a video that provides a clear explanation of car rental travel in Japan.
Credited to “Life Where I’m From”.