Collection: Long Term Car Lease Japan - Perfect For Repeat Visitors & Resort owners
The Challenge for Foreigners, Expats, and Frequent Travelers to Japan & Car Ownership
In Japan, purchasing and registering a vehicle typically requires a local employment record, a Japanese bank account, and a permanent residential address. For many foreigners and expats, these requirements make car ownership extremely difficult. Even frequent visitors who stay for extended periods—or who own property in Japan but rent it out while abroad—often face the same obstacles, as they cannot maintain the continuous documentation needed to register and insure a vehicle in their own name.
The Silk Crane Solution
Silk Crane removes these barriers with custom vehicle lease programs designed specifically for international travelers:
Exclusive Use Lease
Your chosen vehicle is dedicated entirely to you. We handle acquisition, registration, maintenance, and secure storage while you are outside Japan, and deliver the car to you upon your arrival.
Shared Lease
A more flexible and cost-effective option for those who visit less frequently or for shorter periods. You gain access to a specific type or class of vehicle without the full commitment and expense of an exclusive lease, while still enjoying the convenience of having a car ready when you need it.
We have two long term lease methods for foreign travelers to Japan:
- Exclusive Use Lease. Use of the vehicle is solely yours.
- Shared Lease. This works well for people who perhaps spend less time in Japan but still want their model of choice and would like to spend less on a shared plan.
