$141 Car Rental Higashiyama Ward

There's lots on offer in Higashiyama Ward, but venture farther afield and you'll find more sightseeing magic. Grab a set of wheels and you can wander around the surrounding region at your leisure. Add these fantastic destinations to your list:

• Head to Nagoya for a fun-filled sightseeing experience. Roughly 65 miles from Higashiyama Ward, it's home to loads of great attractions such as Nagoya Castle.
• Your next pit stop? Consider Okayama Prefecture, which is around 110 miles away. Okayama Castle is one local draw card you shouldn't miss.
• Make tracks to Joshin'etsu-kogen National Park to rediscover nature. Pack a picnic to enjoy or just relax and unwind. From Higashiyama Ward, it's approximately 210 miles away.

If you don't possess a driver's license issued in Japan, then you'll likely need to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your place of residence to be allowed to rent a car. You should also note that if you do need an IDP, it won't be valid on its own. You'll have to show your driver's license from your home country 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 driver's license and passport. A few other things to note for international car rentals are:

• Age restrictions: You'll need to be at least 25 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 available to rent.
• Driving limitations: Make sure you read the rules and regulations before you drive away. You typically can't cross country borders, drive onto ferries or go off-roading with a rental vehicle.