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See all posts →❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Clearing up the confusing parts of ETC cards and expressway passes.
Q. Why does the ETC card fee differ between bookings?
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The ETC card fee is set by the rental company and the booking plan, not the expressway operator. Many charge about ¥330 once per rental, but some plans charge it per day. The gap grows on longer trips, so check the option fees on your booking page and pick the same type in step 4.
Q. Why is there no pass for Okinawa or Osaka?
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Flat-rate passes for foreign visitors are sold region by region by the NEXCO expressway companies. The Okinawa Expressway is short and has no dedicated pass, and the urban expressways in Osaka and Kobe are run by Hanshin Expressway, not NEXCO, so passes don't cover them. That's why this calculator only compares standard ETC and cash there.
Q. How do I apply for and use a pass?
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You don't buy a pass separately. You request it at the rental counter when you pick up the car, and it gets linked to your ETC card. You must rent from a company that offers the pass, and you usually need a foreign passport with a temporary visitor entry. The pass period matches your rental period, so selecting it when you book is easiest.
Q. Do I really need an ETC card?
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It isn't mandatory; you can pay tolls in cash. But passes like HEP and KEP only work with an ETC card, and weekend/holiday discounts apply only to ETC payments. You also skip stopping at toll booths and can use ETC-only Smart ICs, so we recommend renting one for a road trip.
Q. What if I accidentally enter a regular (cash) lane?
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The regular lane doesn't read your ETC card, so you pay the standard cash toll for that section with no pass or discount. Staff can sometimes process your ETC card by hand, but the pass isn't guaranteed to apply. Look for the purple "ETC" lane signs before entering.
Q. What if the ETC gate bar doesn't open?
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Your card may not be inserted properly or may not have been read. Never reverse. Stop where you are, turn on your hazard lights, and press the intercom (call) button so staff can help. Make it a habit to check that the card is in the ETC unit before you set off.
Q. Does a pass make all toll roads free?
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No. It's unlimited only on the roads covered by that pass. Tolls on excluded urban expressways or other toll roads are settled separately when you return the car. Check the official pass route map to make sure your route is covered.
Q. How do I estimate my total tolls?
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Search your route in Google Maps and it shows approximate tolls for toll road sections. Add up the amounts for each driving day and enter the total in field 5. For more precise figures, use NEXCO's toll search site (Drive Plaza).