Explore Kumamoto in a Kumamon Rental Car!
Tour Kumamoto in style with Kumamon themed rental cars! From compact to SUV, these adorable rentals promise a delightful ride.
Kumamon, a beloved local mascot not just in Japan but around the world, now graces a fleet of rental cars. These cars aren’t just eye-catching as they cruise through the streets, but they’re rumored to bring happiness too.
Introducing the ultimate selfie-worthy ride: The Kumamon Themed Rental Car!
The globally-adored Kumamon has now become the face of a unique rental car service, part of the “Genkidaken! Kumamonken-Project” aimed at promoting Kumamoto’s vitality both domestically and internationally, with Kumamon officially being a civil servant holding the dual position of Director of Sales and Happiness of Kumamoto Prefecture.
Spotting one is considered a stroke of luck! So if you do, make sure to share the joy on social media.
Six Types of Vehicles from Compacts to SUVs: All Decked Out in Kumamon Style!
Operated by Toyota Rental Lease Kumamoto, the Kumamon Rental Cars come in six different models, ranging from compact cars to SUVs, suitable for various group sizes and purposes.
And it’s not just the exteriors that are decked out in Kumamon…
The cars come with Kumamon plushies!
He’s even on the keys!
For Kumamon fans, it’s a treat—inside and out, it’s decked out in all things Kumamon!
Explore Kumamoto with Our Curated Routes
TOYOTA Rent-A-Lease “Kumamon Rent-a-car” Official Website
To dive deeper into your Kumamon adventure, Toyota Rental Lease Kumamoto’s official site offers a treasure trove of information, including detailed info about the special Kumamon cars, booking details, and curated driving routes to explore the enchanting landscapes of Aso and Amakusa.
Click through to the maps here👇
As Seen On KumamonTV!
The Kumamon Rent-a-car has also been featured on Kumamoto’s official YouTube Channel “KumamonTV”
The car also features an exclusive GPS system voiced in the speaking style associated with Kumamon (with for example, ending sentences with ‘mon’)—a special treat only with Kumamon Rent-a-Car! Currently the “Kumamon-language” GPS is only available in Japanese, but it may be adapted to English in the future!
Vision for a Kumamon Theme Land?
On YouTube, Kumamon embarks on ‘Kumamon’s Puzzle Adventure’ in Amakusa, driving a Kumamon rental car. This event is part of the ‘Kumamon Land Project,’ which aims to fill the entire Kumamoto Prefecture with Kumamon’s charm, attracting people, goods, and businesses from all over the world to invigorate the local economy.
Kumamoto is already dotted with Kumamon in every corner, from signs and stickers to plushies. The ‘Kumamon Land Project’ aims to take this a step further, allowing visitors to genuinely experience and enjoy Kumamoto through the eyes of Kumamon, turning the entire prefecture into a Kumamon-themed wonderland. For more details on this exciting initiative, check out the Kumamon Land website!
Spot the Kumamon Car at the Birthday Bash!
The Kumamon Birthday Festival is set to take place on March 16th and 17th, 2024, at Hanabata Hiroba Square and Kumamon Square! You might even spot a Kumamon rental car there!
Keep an eye out for the Kumamon Rental Cars at the upcoming Kumamon Birthday Festival, and who knows, you might just stumble upon one of these joy-bringing vehicles. With events packed with delicious local cuisine and a host of fun activities, it’s an event not to be missed.
What did you think? Fun to drive, fun to see, and perfect for social media – why not enjoy a drive in Kumamoto with the joy-bringing Kumamon rental car?
The above was translated and adapted from an article on our Japanese-language sister website ALT Kumamoto. For the original content, see the article below!
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