$121 Car Rental Arashiyama

Once you've checked out all of the fabulous attractions in Arashiyama, there's loads more to explore in the surrounding area. Pick up the keys to a rental car, stow your bags in the trunk and hit the road. We've pulled together some road trips you're sure to love:

• You'll find Nagoya Castle and loads of other intriguing sights in Nagoya. From Arashiyama, it's about 70 miles away.
• Your next stop? Okayama Prefecture, which is around 100 miles away. Okayama Castle is one local highlight you shouldn't miss.
• Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park is located 210 miles from Arashiyama and is one of the region's most breathtaking nature spots. Stretch your legs and enjoy the fresh air here.

If you don't hold a driver's license issued in Japan, then you may need to acquire an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country to be able to rent a car. It's also important to note that if you do need an IDP, it has no validity on its own. You'll need to show your current license your passport and other forms of documentation as well. Lastly, it's important that the credit card used to book the rental vehicle matches the name on your license and passport. Some other things to note for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be 25 or over in many countries to rent a car. If you're younger than that, it may still be possible to rent a car but you'll have to pay a Young Driver's Surcharge. Additional restrictions may also apply to the types of vehicles you can rent.
• Driving limitations: Be sure to read the rules and regulations before getting behind the wheel. Typically, you can't cross country borders, drive onto ferries or go off-roading with your rental car.