Car Hire in Komatsu Airport - Mini guide to Komatsu Airport

The city of Komatsu is located on the central Japanese island of Honshu. It is located between the Sea of Japan and the Hakusan Mountains. The area is noted for its pine forests and its rice and vegetable fields, as well as being the home of Komatsu Ltd, a major construction equipment manufacturer. Komatsu is also the home of the regional airport that services the Ishikawa prefecture.

Legend has it that around the twelfth century A.D. the monk-emperor Kazan planted a pine sapling while on a tour of the area. The area around this sapling came to be called Komatsubara, which means small pine field with gardens. The formation of the present-day urban area began with the construction of Komatsu Castle in 1576.

Komatsu today is known for being steeped in traditional Japanese culture. There are numerous festivals in the area from May to October. Among the highlights is the Otabi Festival held in the middle of May. This is the third largest festival on the island of Honshu. Another major festival is the Don Don Festival held in October.

In addition to festivals, the area offers a wide range of other attractions including parks, temples, museums, hot springs and castles. One can’t-miss stop is Ataki-no-Seki, an 800 year old village whose remains overlook the Sea of Japan to this day. The kabuki play performed regularly here is famous all over Japan.

A great way to see these many far-flung sights is by hiring a car. A hired car can provide you with the ease and convenience to enjoy Komatsu at your own pace, without the hassle of train and bus schedules. There are car hire offices available at both Komatsu Airport and in downtown Komatsu. Reserving your car ahead of time will insure availability and save you money.

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