Car Hire at Gotemba Station: Your Gateway to Mount Fuji

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Finding Your Car Hire at Gotemba Station

Most major car hire companies are conveniently located within a short, 2-5 minute walk from the Gotemba Station exits. Simply follow the signs for 'Car Rentals' upon arrival. No shuttle bus is required, allowing for a quick and seamless start to your journey.

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Top Car Hire at Gotemba Station – See Real Ratings

Read genuine customer reviews from Gotemba Station car rental providers. Make informed decisions with verified ratings from real travellers who have hired vehicles at this pickup point.

Rental company	Rating	Avg. Daily Rate	Pickup Method/Distance	Security deposit	Key Advantages
Best Overall	4.3 9800+ reviews	$122	0.4 mi from Gotemba Station	-	●friendly staff ●quick service ●extra service ●clean car ●good condition
	2.9 25 reviews	$160	404 ft from Gotemba Station	$457 - $1,168	●customer service ●staff ●friendly ●helpful ●easy
	1.8 3000+ reviews	$122	404 ft from Gotemba Station	$355 - $890	●car ●service ●friendly ●clean ●new
	1.8 23,900+ reviews	$148	404 ft from Gotemba Station	$423 - $1,075	●service ●pickup ●vehicle ●insurance ●process
	1.5 420+ reviews	$149	432 ft from Gotemba Station	-	●price ●fast ●service ●new ●good condition
	1.5 208+ reviews	$156	0.1 mi from Gotemba Station	-	●car ●good ●great ●service ●experience
	0.0 Not available	$120	0.4 mi from Gotemba Station	-	●Wide car selection ●Great value rates ●Well-maintained vehicles

*Rating and review data are sourced from Trustpilot. Policy details may vary by location and vehicle type. Please confirm at the time of booking.

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Last updated: Jun. 17 2026

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"Kanto region leads with 38.4% market share; Narita and Haneda airports are top pickup points, capturing 45-55% of airport rentals. Gotemba serves the Mount Fuji corridor in Chubu region (14.6% share)."

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"Leisure tourism drives 66.2% of bookings with 8.1% CAGR; small cars dominate but SUVs grow for rural tourism. Peak seasons include Golden Week and summer, with average fee ¥11,185 per rental."

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Essential driving FAQ for your Gotemba adventure near Mount Fuji

Can I drive in Japan with my UK licence, or do I need an International Driving Permit?

You'll need an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside your UK licence—your UK licence alone isn't sufficient in Japan. The IDP costs around £5.50 from the AA or RAC and takes about a day to process. Gotemba's rental kiosks at Gotemba Station and along the Tomei Expressway routinely check for IDPs, so don't risk being turned away.

I'm used to driving on the right—will driving on the left in Japan catch me out?

Yes, Japan drives on the left, which is the opposite of the UK. This isn't just a habit issue—steering wheel position is on the right, so your blind spots are completely different. Roundabouts give priority to traffic already inside, and many mountain roads near Gotemba have single-lane passages with passing places. If you're collecting a rental at Gotemba Station, spend five minutes in the car park getting accustomed before heading to the expressway.

How much are expressway tolls, and is an ETC card worth hiring?

Tolls are steep—Tokyo to Gotemba (roughly 80km) costs around ¥3,200-3,800 one way on the Tomei Expressway. Most rental companies offer ETC card hire for ¥300-500 per day plus toll charges added to your rental bill. If you're planning day trips to Hakone or Kawaguchiko, the ETC is genuinely worth it—you'll save significant queuing time at toll booths and often get small off-peak discounts.

Will I need winter tyres on the roads around Gotemba in December or January?

Mandatory winter tyres (or chains) are required on routes through the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park from December through March—this includes the Gotemba Route up to Mount Fuji's 5th station. Rental companies in Shizuoka typically offer winter tyre packages for ¥1,500-2,500 per day. Without them, you risk a fine and potentially being turned back by police checkpoints. Check your rental agreement carefully, as some comprehensive packages include them.

How difficult is parking at Gotemba Premium Outlets, and what's the typical cost?

The outlets have over 4,000 spaces across three car parks, and at weekends they fill by 10:30am. weekday mornings are much calmer. Parking is free for the first three hours, then ¥300 per additional hour (max ¥1,500 per day). If you're visiting Hakone on the same day, note that many Hakone onsen ryokan charge ¥1,000-2,000 per night for parking—factor this into your itinerary rather than your accommodation budget.

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