Hire car service

Private travel, with an English-speaking Japanese driver.

For a day in Tokyo or a longer journey through Japan, plan your own route with English communication, personal attention and a vehicle chosen for your comfort.

At a glance

What the service covers

JTSA provides private transportation for city tours, Fuji and Hakone, Nikko, Yokohama and Kamakura, longer itineraries, and transfers to onsen or ski areas.

Service areaTokyo · Kanagawa · Japan
FormatOne day · multi-day
UseTour · business · transfer
LanguageEnglish · Japanese

English communication. A private vehicle. A considered itinerary.

Speak with JTSA in English about your hotel, preferred pace and vehicle. Meet the Japanese driver team and explore past journeys before you enquire. Driver arrangements, vehicle availability and the scope of support are confirmed for your dates.

One-day and multiple-day tours

A private car and driver can be arranged for a Tokyo day, a Fuji or Nikko route, or a multi-day itinerary. The pickup location, sightseeing stops, hotel changes and return point are reviewed together.

Long-distance transportation

The service pages also cover routes from Tokyo and Tokyo airports to regional destinations, including Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Kobe, Hiroshima, Shirakawa-go, Takayama, Kanazawa and selected onsen or ski areas.

How the quote is prepared

The practical starting point is the date, route, passengers, luggage, vehicle preference and requested hours. Tolls, parking, fuel, admissions, meals and accommodation are separated where they apply.

Detailed information

Route, vehicle and service information

Review route notes, vehicle information, booking conditions and published examples related to this subject.

Service information · Hire Car and Driver Service
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Our Hire Car Service in Japan

One day and Multiple days tour of Tokyo, Mt.Fuji Area, Nikko, Yokohama and Kamakura etc.

Multiple days tour of Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Kobe, Hiroshima, Shirakawago, Takayama, Kanazawa, Mt.Fuji area(Hakone, Gotemba, Lake Kawaguchi, Yamanaka) etc.

Long Transportation from Tokyo and Tokyo Airport to Onsen Area and Ski Resort etc.

Please contact JTSA using the request form or email for an enquiry.

10:00-17:00 / Monday - Friday(Except Japanese National Holiday)

Achievement details · How to use our Hire Car and Driver Service in Japan?

1. We will provide an example of arranging

Private car and driver service in Japan for a group of six travelling to Hakone for eight hours.

For example, if 6 people go on a one-day 8-hour trip to Hakone:

6-passenger vehicle (VIP specification, luxury wagon, Alphard): 16,000 yen

Driver: 22,000 yen

Expressway tolls, fuel, parking fees, and driver transportation expenses: approx. 10,000 yen

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Total: 48,000 yen (approx. 8,000 yen per person), allowing you to enjoy an elegant and relaxing journey. Unlike Hato Bus tours, you will not be traveling with other customers.

Alcohol and smoking are permitted. In addition, parking fees are not incurred as the driver will be waiting nearby.

Furthermore, within the 8-hour period, we can take you anywhere you wish, including shopping destinations.

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2. We will provide an example of arranging a vehicle and driver through our company for a group of 4 people (a couple and two daughters) traveling to Hakone for 8 hours.

For example, if 4 people go on a one-day 8-hour trip to Hakone:

6–8 passenger vehicle (VIP specification, MPV): 8,000 yen

Total: 40,000 yen (approx. 10,000 yen per person), allowing you to enjoy a relaxed and comfortable journey.

3. For example, if a couple (2 people) goes on a one-day 8-hour trip to Hakone:

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Total: 40,000 yen (20,000 yen per person), allowing you to enjoy an elegant and relaxing journey. There is no hassle of taking trains or buses.

In addition, no extra parking fees are required as the driver will be waiting nearby.

There is no need to wait for buses or trains at your destination, eliminating all inconveniences. Alcohol and smoking are permitted.

We can take you anywhere you wish, including shopping destinations.

Why not try this unprecedented hire car operation management service?

Additional published service and vehicle information

English translation of JTSA’s additional service information. The vehicle and price illustrations below are published references; confirm your vehicle, language support and current quote.

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Quality, reasonably priced car service in Tokyo, Japan — JTSA

Quality, reasonably priced car service in Tokyo, Japan

Please ask JTSA about your requirements. We offer car arrangements and competitive prices.

Enjoy your time in Japan with car service for business and leisure.

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Japan Travel Specialist certification

Contact information

Our services

Chauffeur service with premium and standard vehicle options

English-speaking drivers

Hotel, traditional ryokan and accommodation reservations

Advice on places to visit in Tokyo, Yokohama, Kamakura and the Mt. Fuji area,

including Kyoto and Osaka.

Airport transfers

Drivers can assist guests who need ideas about where to go.

Published vehicle and English-speaking driver rate information

Toyota Prius: a standard Japanese model offering Japanese automotive technology.

Toyota Crown: a well-known Japanese car.

Mercedes-Benz S550L: a premium sedan presented in the original vehicle selection.

Toyota Wish: a standard wagon option with six passengers listed.

Premium Wagon "Alphard" or " Vellfire"

A recommended vehicle option with six passengers listed.

HiAce Grand Cabin: VIP transport with six to nine passengers listed.

The published rates include the vehicle, driver, tax and fuel, and exclude tolls and parking.

Please ask about other vehicles or service durations.

Drivers speak English and Japanese. Written Chinese characters may also help communication.

JTSA manager and English-speaking driver Hiroshi, responsible for English-speaking customers

Driver introduction

Please ask JTSA about travel in Japan and read its customer feedback. The original page also mentions business-level English and Korean arrangements; confirm the required language support for your booking.

We look forward to seeing you in Japan.

User Guidance for Rent a Car(English)

JTSA Office

Toyota Alphard pictured on the JTSA site

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What happens next?

JTSA reviews your request and replies by email to discuss your driver, vehicle, itinerary, price and booking terms. An enquiry does not confirm a booking.

Office hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00–17:00 Japan time, excluding Japanese national holidays.

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