Axcelia: Luxury Car and Minivan Rental in Japan With 10% Discount Coupon

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Axcelia is a car rental service specializing in luxury cars and seven-seater minivans. Renting a car at Axcelia is ideal for driving around Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa and traveling with a group. We introduce the attractive features of Axcelia's services along with some weak points.

Written by

Mizzochi

Mitoyo, Kagawa, Japan

I worked in a PR agency for corporate IR/CSR and a publisher which publishes a magazine focused on international cooperation before joining MATCHA in October 2017.

In April 2019, I moved to Mitoyo City in Kagawa Prefecture. I write articles for tourists visiting Japan, and also contribute to regional revitalization.

My main focus is on writing about internet services, rental cars, hotels, and tourist attractions in western Japan.

Axcelia: Japan's No. 1 Luxury Car Rental Service

While there are various car rental companies in Japan, Axcelia specializes in luxury car and minivan rental.

Toyota and Nissan's minivans are popular among overseas visitors, and European luxury cars are available for 7,500 yen/day. This article also includes a 10% discount coupon for Axcelia rentals.

We'll introduce the pros and cons of using Axcelia's services alongside its attractive features. If you're thinking about using their services, please use this article as a reference.

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Basic Guide to Axcelia Rentals

1. The Main Features of Axcelia's Rental Services
2. Disadvantages of Using Axcelia
3. Types of Cars Available for Rent at Axcelia
4. Axcelia Rental Locations
5. Discount Coupon for Axcelia Rentals

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The Main Features of Axcelia's Rental Services

Axcelia exclusively handles luxury cars and minivans. Read on to learn five features of Axcelia's rental services.

1. Minivans: Perfect for Group Travels

Axcelia handles various seven-seater minivans that are ideal for families and those traveling in a group.

2. Fuel-Efficient Luxury Cars

Axcelia also offers fuel-efficient types, such as Toyota Prius, and luxury cars, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen.

3. Pick-up and Drop-off Service

As of May 2024, Axcelia has seven offices in Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. It may seem small compared to major car rental companies.

Regardless of its size, the company offers a car dispatch service (*1) in Tokyo and Osaka, delivering vehicles to designated spots near major train stations.

There is also a pick-up/drop-off service at offices near airports, with staff supporting the loading and unloading of suitcases.

*1: Please note that this service requires an additional charge, ranging from 9,000 to 11,000 yen.

4. Multi-Lingual Service

Some car rental companies are not used to serving overseas visitors.

However, Axcelia supports international customers using Pocketalk, a translating device.

5. Studless Tires

Since studless snow tires are indispensable for Japanese winters due to frozen roads, Axcelia offers a free change of tires.

The writer of this article once planned to use a low-cost rental car in Fukuoka, but studless tires were unavailable, so he took a taxi. While this situation is not rare at some companies, it won't happen at Axcelia.

Other Services

Axcelia vehicles have ETC (electronic toll collection) card readers (*2). While a navigation system is optional, the company lends Bluetooth adapters to customers who plan to use Google Maps on their smartphones.

*2: There is an additional charge for an ETC card.

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The Disadvantages of Using Axcelia

While Axcelia has many appeals, its services are not for everyone. The following travelers should look for alternative companies.

A Small Group Looking for an Inexpensive Rental Car

A small-sized car is recommended for a group of about three people planning to use an affordable vehicle.

Unlike regular-sized cars, smaller vehicles lack power and have difficulty climbing hills. However, they are budget-friendly and available at major companies such as Nippon Rent-A-Car.

Coverage in Certain Areas

As of May 2024, Axcelia has offices in Tokyo, Osaka, Hokkaido, and Okinawa. However, it is unavailable in other areas, such as Nagoya, Hiroshima, or Sendai.

Those planning to visit the non-coverage areas should look for alternative car rental companies.

Campers and Trucks

Axcelia does not carry campers or trucks. Please take a look at the article below about campers. We recommend visiting Orix Rent-A-Car for trucks.

Types of Cars Available for Rent at Axcelia

The following are popular cars available at Axcelia.

Alphard

This Toyota vehicle is a synonym for a "high-class minivan." With its upscale exterior, Alphard is used to chauffeur VIPs. The spacious interior is perfect for families.

Prius

Prius is Toyota's leading hybrid car in Japan, known for its excellent fuel efficiency. While the numbers differ according to the grade and driving conditions, the latest 2023 model runs 26 to 32 kilometers per liter. The number for the fourth generation type is 25 to 32 kilometers per liter (*3).

Suzuki Alto, a small-sized car known for its fuel efficiency, runs about 27 kilometers per liter, which shows how Prius excels in this field.

*3: For further information regarding the fuel efficiency of Prius, please check the Toyota Corolla Hakata official website (Japanese), or the Totota Mobility Kanagawa article (Japanese).

Serena

Toyota is not the only brand handled by Axcelia. Nissan Serena, a popular minivan with a capacity of 7 to 8 seats, is also available.

Mercedes-Benz

The company also handles foreign luxury cars. Mercedes-Benz is the perfect choice for business use, such as chauffeuring VIPs.

Axcelia's Rental Locations

As of May 2024, Axcelia has offices at the locations listed below.

Customers can visit the office or have cars dispatched to major stations in the Kanto and Kansai regions.

1. Axcelia Narita Airport Store

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This office is close to Narita Airport and offers a pick-up/drop-off service.
Address: Chiba, Tomisato, Nakazawa 296-1

2. Axcelia Ginza Store (Tokyo)

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This office is easy to access and close to Ginza Itchome Station (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line) and Takaracho Station (Toei Asakusa Line).
Address: Tokyo, Chuo, Ginza 1-19-12, Ginza Grass Gate 8F

2. Axcelia Osaka Store

Senri Chuo. Photo by Pixta

This office is a 10-minute walk from Senri-Chuo Station. It is an hour and a half train ride from Kansai Airport and 30 minutes from Osaka Station.
Address: Osaka, Toyonaka, Kami-Shinden 2-15-8, Marvellous Connection

Shin-Chitose (Hokkaido)

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Located near Shin-Chitose Airport, this office offers a pick-up/drop-off service.
Address: Hokkaido, Chitose, Chiyoda 2-10/Hotel Wing International Chitose

Axcelia Naha Store (Okinawa)

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This office is near Naha Airport and offers a pick-up/drop-off service.
Address: Okinawa, Naha, Oroku 1-3-1, Minna no Garage Second Floor

Axcelia Ishigaki Store on Ishigaki Island

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Located near Shin-Ishigaki Airport, this office offers a pick-up/drop-off service.
Address: Okinawa, Ishigaki, Shiraho 2083-4

Miyako Island

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Located near Miyako Airport, this office offers a pick-up/drop-off service.
Address: Okinawa, Miyakojima, Hirara-Matsubara 1229-1

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FAQs

What is Axcelia's insurance policy?

Axcelia basically offers the following package:
i. Full insurance for persons and property
ii. Personal insurance
iii. Repair costs for the vehicle will be charged.
iv. NOC (*4): 20,000 yen/day
With additional insurance (payment ranging from 1,800 to 3,300 yen per day), the repair cost will be covered up to 150,000 yen, and there will be no NOC.
*4: Non-operation charge, as compensation in case a car needs to be repaired or cleaned after use.

What is Axcelia's cancellation policy?

Cancellation can be made only by telephone (0120-160-500). There will be no cancellation charge for calls made before 17:00, seven days before the reservation date. After this deadline, the cancellation fee is as follows:
i. Phone call before 17:00, three to six days before the reservation date: 20％ of the reservation fee.
ii. Before 17:00, two to one day before the reservation date: 50％ of the reservation fee.
iii. After 17:00, one day before the reservation date, or no notification: 100％ of the reservation fee.

Is it possible to rent a car immediately after reservation?

Since the website does not allow same-day reservations, customers should inquire via an on-site chat or a phone call.

What is necessary to make reservations?

To rent a car in Japan, one of the following items will be required.

i. A driver's license issued in Japan (Customers residing in Japan).
ii. An international driver's license.
iii. A driver's license issued in another country and its Japanese translation. This applies to licenses issued in Germany, France, Taiwan, etc.

What is Axcelia?

Axcelia is a luxury car rental service managed by Raferio Japan, Inc., established in 2012.

Discount Coupon for Axcelia Rentals

MATCHA is currently offering a 10％ discount coupon off car rentals at Axcelia. Don't forget to use it when making your reservation.

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Written by

Mizzochi

Mitoyo, Kagawa, Japan

I worked in a PR agency for corporate IR/CSR and a publisher which publishes a magazine focused on international cooperation before joining MATCHA in October 2017.

In April 2019, I moved to Mitoyo City in Kagawa Prefecture. I write articles for tourists visiting Japan, and also contribute to regional revitalization.

My main focus is on writing about internet services, rental cars, hotels, and tourist attractions in western Japan.

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