The ins and outs of ETC cards for highways in Japan
With more expressways going cashless, the handy ETC card is becoming an essential add-on when renting or buying a car in Japan.
In Japan, possessing an Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) card is highly recommended for those renting cars, especially when navigating expressways. This card, akin to E-ZPass in the United States and the European Electronic Toll Service (EETS), offers a more cost-effective and hassle-free travel experience. As many toll booths are transitioning away from cash-only transactions, the ETC card has become a crucial element for motorists.
Highway operators strongly advise renters to ensure their vehicles are equipped with this card. A reader must have an active subscription to comment on articles, but they must first create a display name on their subscriber account page.
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