Car Rental at Ube Airport (UBJ)
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Quick answer: At Ube Airport you can compare rental cars from 2 providers. We show prices and terms upfront so you can choose wisely - not just cheaply.
About Renting a Car at Ube Airport
Ube airport (UBJ) in western Yamaguchi Prefecture serves the region with flights from Tokyo Haneda and offers rental cars directly in the terminal via two providers. The airport is about 13 km southwest of Ube city and 35 km from Shimonoseki. With a rental car, all of western Honshu opens up.
Ube is an industrial city on the Setonaikai (Inland Sea) known for its chemical factories and Tokiwa Park with one of Japan's best botanical gardens, about 8 km from the airport. Motonosumi Inari Shrine with 123 torii gates along the cliffs is about 90 km to the northwest. Rent a car to reach Akiyoshidai limestone plateau and Akiyoshi Cave, Japan's largest limestone cave, about 55 km to the north.
Avoid driving into Shimonoseki center during rush hour - traffic can be heavy at the Kanmon Strait. Fuel up at the airport - gas stations are scarcer along the coastal road to the west. How far is it from Ube airport to Shimonoseki?
It is about 35 km and takes approximately 40 minutes via expressway E2A. Can I drive to Hiroshima from Ube airport? Yes, Hiroshima is about 120 km to the east, approximately 90 minutes' drive via San-yo Expressway.
Is car rental available 24/7 at Ube airport? No, the rental offices are open during the airport's operating hours, typically 07:00-21:00.
We compare prices from all major providers at Ube Airport so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.
What to Know Before Picking Up at Ube Airport
🚗 1) Pick the Right Terms
- Fuel: "Full-to-full" is usually the fairest deal.
- Extra driver: can cost extra - check before booking.
- Automatic: often pricier and in shorter supply.
🪪 2) Bring the Right Documents
- Driver's license (usually held for at least 1 year)
- Passport or national ID
- Credit card in the driver's name for the deposit
📸 3) Drama-Free Pickup
- Film the car from all angles + the dashboard.
- Photograph scratches, wheels and windshield.
- Keep your fuel receipt when returning.
Rental Companies at Ube Airport
Providers you can compare here (availability varies by date and season).
Essential Info for Renting at Ube Airport
Practical answers and tips before you book.
✅ Quick Answers ▼
At Ube Airport you can compare rentals from 2 providers on SmartCarRental. We show prices and terms upfront so you know what you're paying.
- Book 2-4 weeks ahead for better selection and prices.
- Choose "full-to-full" fuel whenever possible.
- Have a credit card in the driver's name ready for the deposit.
🚙 Driving in Japan ▼
In Japan you drive on the left side.
- Urban speed limit: 40 km/h
- Rural roads: 80 km/h
- Motorway: 100 km/h
- Alcohol limit: 0.0 per mille
🅿️ Parking & Tolls ▼
Parking can be expensive in cities, look for parking garages.
Road tolls: Watch for signs indicating road tolls and have cash or a card ready.
Frequently Asked Questions - Car Rental at Ube Airport
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