Renting a Car in Niseko

Renting a car in Niseko

You can enjoy the convenience of getting around Niseko, going wherever you want, whenever you want, with a Niseko car rental (or car hire).

If your stay is mainly in Hirafu, the town is very walkable and has excellent shuttle service to Grand Hirafu and other nearby Niseko resorts. Not to mention, all Niseko United resorts are connected via the chairlifts, making renting a car unnecessary if you are lodging close by.

If you are staying further afield in areas such as Kabayama, Niseko Village, and Hanazono, renting a car gives you a ton of benefits, allowing you to easily get around to all 4 Niseko United resorts, discover out-of-the-way onsen, restaurants, and explore the local area.

Accommodations where we recommend a car rental:
• Foxwood
• Gen-Myo
• Hiyoku
• Koa Niseko
• Moiwa Chalet
• Ro-An
• Roku
• Sanga House
• Sena
• Shakuzen
• Shion
• SnowDog Village
• Yukihyo
• Yukimine
• Yuzen

In addition, for those who are interested to travel out further from the resorts and visit other areas of Hokkaido in their own vehicle, check out our recommended list for best car rentals in Niseko below.

Niconico Travel Car Rentals

Japan Ski Experience guests can access a variety of vehicle rentals by Niconico to suit all your travel needs, with pick-up and drop-off options at New Chitose International Airport. Fully equipped for winter driving and at discounted price points, please contact one of our friendly staff for more information and a list of cars available during your trip.

For guests who already have existing reservations with Japan Ski Experience, you can add a car rental from Niconico to your booking through your MMB (Manage My Booking) page: https://book.japanskiexperience.com/info/my-booking.aspx

SP Class / Compact
Toyota Yaris or similar
¥8,500JPY*/24H

GP Glass / Standard
Toyota Corolla Fielder or similar
¥11,000JPY*/24H

X Class / SUV
Nissan X-Trail or similar
¥13,000JPY*/24H

F Class / Minivan
Toyota Noah or similar
¥20,000JPY*/24H

V Class / Luxury Van
Toyota Alphard or Toyota Vellfire
¥23,000JPY*/24H

L Class / Luxury SUV
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
¥25,000JPY*/24H

*Note: Rates are approximate and are subject to change depending on the provider. Please inquire for more details about Niconico Travel Car Rentals.

Peak Niseko Car Rental

Experience exploring Niseko with ease using locally-owned Peak Niseko Car Rentals. Enjoy convenient pick-up and drop-off services at the New Chitose International Airport and Hirafu in Niseko. Their wide range of modern and affordable 4WD vehicles are all equipped with snow tires and ski racks for all winter adventures. Open year-round, Peak ensures personalized service and reliable transportation for all visitors to Hokkaido.

Their current fleet of rental cars includes:
• Nissan Elgrand
• Nissan X-Trail
• Honda Vezel
• Nissan Serena
• Toyota HiAce
• Mitsubishi Delica
• Toyota Landcruiser Prado
• Toyota HiAce Grand Cabin

For more information, inquiries about their rates, and list of cars available during your trip, click below:
https://www.nisekocarrental.com

Toyota Rent a Car Niseko-Hirafu

Explore Niseko on your own with confidence using Toyota Rent a Car. With a wide selection of Toyota models, you’ll find the ideal vehicle for your needs. All winter rentals include snow tires and 4WD, while popular optional extras, like ski/snowboard racks and child seats, are also available. In addition, their One-Way System allows guests to return the rental to a different location within the same area at no extra charge.

Their current fleet of rental cars includes:
• Toyota Roomy
• Toyota Vitz
• Toyota Yaris / Cross
• Toyota Corolla / Touring / Cross
• Toyota Aqua
• Toyota Pixis Epoch
• Toyota Pixis Joy
• Toyota Pixis Mega
• Toyota Prius / Alpha
• Toyota Mark X
• Toyota Camry
• Toyota Crown
• Toyota Sienna
• Toyota Esquire
• Toyota Voxy
• Toyota Noah
• Toyota Vellfire
• Toyota Alphard
• Toyota Raize
• Toyota C-HR
• Toyota Harrier
• Toyota Rav4
• Lexus LS, GS, IS, CT, UX, LX, RX, NX, LC

For more information, inquiries about their rates, and list of cars available during your trip, click below:
https://www.toyotarentacar.net/english/shop/niseko

Important! Before coming to Japan and driving here, you will need to first obtain an international driving permit (IDP) based on the 1949 Geneva Convention and bring the physical document/card over, along with your current valid driver’s license from your home country. It is highly recommended to plan ahead and ensure you have the valid paperwork. More information about IDPs can be found below:

https://kart.st/en/drivers-license

Need help deciding whether a car rental is good for you? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Check out the “Car Rental vs Private Transfer” article that compares the pros and cons to see which may be best for you!