Car hire in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture

If you are hiring a vehicle in Shimonoseki, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 40 mph, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Shimonoseki will generally have a speed limit of 50 mph. If you are travelling on a motorway in Shimonoseki, then the speed limit is 75 mph.

If you’re interested in hiring the Mazda CX-3 in Shimonoseki, then Times is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Mazda CX-3 hire in Shimonoseki from Times is £54 per day on average.

Those looking for a hire car in Shimonoseki during the month of April should expect temperatures to be around 13 °C and should expect around 140 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Prices for cars in Shimonoseki are updated daily.

There are 17 operators available for cars in Shimonoseki as of April 2025.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Shimonoseki. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

When renting a car in Shimonoseki, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.