The most widespread cabriolet models offered for rent in Japan are: BMW 3 series Cabriolet, Peugeot 206 Cabriolet, Renault Megane Cabriolet and Ford Mustang Convertible.
At the booking time, please check the rental conditions carefully. Quite often, rental offices in Hiroshima require two credit cards to guarantee issuance of a cabrio or a roadster.
We recommend ordering additional no-excess insurance that covers your risk (franchise), since the franchise amount for cabriolets in Japan is quite high.
Make sure to inspect the rental invoice issued at the office in Hiroshima and compare it with the information indicated in your voucher. Sometimes, rental officers make 'unintentional' mistakes in rental invoices.
In parking garage, examine the vehicle for defects and scratches carefully. If you find any of them, check whether they have been specified in your rental document.
When parking a cabriolet in Hiroshima, it is recommended to unfold the roof and close windows in order to prevent theft or robbery.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you an exciting journey with an open roof around Japan!
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Drivers must always carry the car certificate, driving license and insurance. If the car does not belong to the driver, he must provide a proof of the right to drive the vehicle.
As it has been noted above, drivers should be particularly attentive when crossing a railway intersection. According to the traffic rules, the driver must stop and make sure that there is no train approaching, and only then start moving. In Japan, drivers in driving schools are also taught to open the window a little, so in case of danger they will be able to hear the noise of the approaching train.
When driving, it is not common to move from one lane to another. Moreover, drivers should not even try to cut in front of other cars. The use of sound signals is also not allowed. However, drivers should not forget to accompany their maneuvers by light signals.
