Travel Freely by Car: A Visitor’s Guide to Japan’s Top Experiences and Gourmet Spots
If you want to explore every corner of Japan, a rental car is the perfect partner. It lets you reach hidden scenic spots that are hard to access by train or bus, suburban restaurants loved by locals, and unique cultural experiences found only in Japan,all at your own pace.
In this article, we introduce carefully selected attractions across Japan, popular restaurants, and unique experiences you can enjoy with the rental car service “ToCoo!”, designed for international visitors. Why not start planning your own special trip right here?
Mouyan Curry
Mouyan Curry is a distinctive “aged curry” that you can only experience in Japan. It is made by slowly simmering plenty of vegetables and fruits for many hours, resulting in a gluten-free, wholesome dish that still delivers rich, deep flavor. The fragrant spices blend with natural sweetness, creating a unique richness unlike anything else.
The recommended way to enjoy it is with rice or fluffy potatoes. Add cheese or other toppings to experience a Japanese-style twist. Despite its generous portions, it is gentle on the body and perfect for recharging your energy during your travels.
If you visit Japan, Mouyan Curry is truly a one-of-a-kind curry experience you should not miss.
Official Website：http://www.moyan.jp/
Nishiazabu World Nature Farm
Welcome to Nishiazabu World Nature Farm. Our restaurant is a small, intimate space with only 11 seats, located just a six-minute walk from Roppongi Station. We specialize in wine and game cuisine, using only carefully selected ingredients. Thanks to the skill of our seasoned chefs in perfectly preparing the meat, even those who usually avoid game can enjoy its rich flavors.
Delight in dishes such as wild boar from Chiba Prefecture and premium matsutake mushrooms from Bhutan, paired with fine wines or sake. For those with reservations, we also offer a premium wine list featuring rare vintages. We proudly serve Uonuma Koshihikari rice from Matsunoyama in Niigata, hand-planted, hand-harvested, and sun-dried with care.
Here in the heart of the city, we invite you to experience a moment that feels like a journey into nature.
Official Website：https://nwnf.shop/
Nishiazabu Tonkatsu Butagumi
With the desire to elevate tonkatsu—often regarded as an everyday dish—to the level of fine cuisine such as sushi, tempura, and French cuisine, Tonkatsu Butagumi opened in March 2005, introducing a new category known as the “Ultimate Tonkatsu.”
Every ingredient related to tonkatsu is chosen with uncompromising care—not only the pork itself but also the rice, cabbage, seasonings, and even the tableware.To date, the restaurant has worked with over 200 different breeds of pork, engaging in many conversations with producers to learn about the excellence of pork and share its true charm with customers.
Set within a renovated traditional Japanese house, the restaurant offers a comfortable atmosphere where you can savor the “Ultimate Tonkatsu.”
Official Website：https://www.butagumi.com/
TACOBELL
【Over 7,000 Locations Across the U.S. – An American Mexican-Inspired Fast-Food Chain】
Taco Bell is a Mexican fast-food brand created in 1962 in California, USA, by Glen Bell. Freshly made tacos and burritos, made to order, quickly gained popularity, and tacos became one of America’s most beloved foods. Today, its popularity continues to grow, with Taco Bell operating more than 7,000 locations worldwide, primarily in the U.S., making it one of the leading fast-food brands in the world.
【Taco Bell’s Delicious Expansion in Japan】
In April 2015, Taco Bell opened its first Japanese location in Shibuya Dogenzaka. Since then, it has steadily increased its presence in Tokyo with locations such as Aqua City Odaiba, Jimbocho, Tokyo Dome City, Miyashita Park, Nakameguro, and Ariake Garden. Currently, Taco Bell operates 10 locations across Japan, with several more scheduled to open. Riding the global wave of growing popularity for Mexican cuisine, Taco Bell continues to actively expand.
Additionally, limited-time collaboration menu items (October to December) are planned, offering special Taco Bell experiences that can only be enjoyed in Japan.
Official Website：https://tacobell.jp/
Chinese Kappo Ryokan Kyukusuitei
Located next to Seibuen Amusement Park, which evokes the nostalgia of old Japan, Chinese Kappo Ryokan Kyukusuitei offers a poetic retreat on the shores of Lake Tama. Its name comes from a Tang dynasty poem, “Scoop up water, and the moon rests in your hand,” reflecting the inn’s refined atmosphere. Every room provides breathtaking views of the tranquil lake; on clear days you can see Mt. Fuji in the distance, and at night the moon reflected on the water creates a dreamlike scene.
This refined space was designed by Yoshirou Ikehara, a master of Japanese architecture. The exterior blends a Western-style silhouette with delicate steel framing, achieving both elegance and harmony with nature. Guest rooms come in a variety of styles—traditional Japanese rooms, modern Japanese rooms, and Japanese-Western hybrids—each offering a soothing environment for relaxation.
On the top floor, the restaurant Tengaiten serves authentic Shanghai cuisine crafted with seasonal ingredients, all while guests enjoy sweeping views of the glittering lake and majestic Mt. Fuji. The large communal bath features not only spacious tubs but also a rare “Sayama Tea Bath,” infused with the fragrant local tea.
Just about 50 minutes from central Tokyo, Kyukusuitei offers an extraordinary getaway surrounded by seasonal beauty, where guests can enjoy a holiday far removed from the everyday.
Official Website：https://www.princehotels.co.jp/kikusuitei/
Across Japan, you’ll find countless charming sightseeing spots, delicious gourmet food, and unforgettable cultural experiences. To enjoy them all to the fullest, the ToCoo! rental car service is the ideal choice, giving you the freedom to travel wherever you wish.
You can explore Japan at your own pace and discover special encounters and hidden gems that won’t be found in guidebooks.
On your next trip to Japan, make the most of your trip with a rental car and create the ultimate journey filled with unforgettable memories.