Car hires in Hakodate, Hokkaido Prefecture

When travelling to Hakodate during the month of September, we recommend hiring an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in Hakodate during September, when temperatures are around 11 °C and precipitation is 110 mm on average. Hiring a Economy in Hakodate will cost you €34/day on average.

If you are hiring a vehicle in Hakodate, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 60 km/h, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Hakodate will generally have a speed limit of 80 km/h. If you are travelling on a motorway in Hakodate, then the speed limit is 120 km/h.

Nissan Rent-A-Car is the most popular car hire company in Hakodate that has Nissan X-Trail hire. Nissan X-Trail hire in Hakodate is around €137/day when hiring from Nissan Rent-A-Car.

Those looking for a hire car in Hakodate during the month of August should expect temperatures to be around 22 °C and should expect around 130 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

The climate in Hokkaido Prefecture during August is usually 20 °C with an expected 150 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Hakodate on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.

Prices for cars in Hakodate are updated daily.

As of August 2026, there are 43 operators available to choose from for cars in Hakodate.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Hakodate. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

To hire a car in Hakodate, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.