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Cheap Car Hire in Japan from R659

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Japan with a pick-up date of 26/8 and drop-off date of 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Japan car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Japan. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 July 2026.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

R908

Cheapest price per day

R659
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Popular car types in Japan

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Japan and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 29 July 2026.
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There are currently 7 220 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 319 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at R659 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

R659+

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Compact

Compact

R1 262+

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Standard

Standard

R1 436+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R1 285+

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Intermediate estate car

Intermediate estate car

R1 440+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R1 477+

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Standard estate car

Standard estate car

R1 615+

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Best car hire deals found in Japan

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Japan. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Japan with an average daily rate of R1 344. Data was last updated on 29 July 2026.
Volkswagen VentoR659/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen Vento
Found 07/27/26
Suzuki CiazR1 262/day
4
M
A/C
Suzuki Ciaz
Found 07/29/26
Kia CarnivalR1 285/day
5
4
4
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A/C
Kia Carnival
Found 07/28/26

Cheapflights insights for Japan car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Japan, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Japan?

To get the best deal on car hire in Japan, book about 35 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R718, which is about 1 345% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Japan?

Planning to hire a car in Japan? June is the cheapest month, costing about R690 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R939. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R790

February

R842

March

R922

April

R825

May

R809

June

R690

July

R715

August

R872

September

R814

October

R844

November

R919

December

R939

Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Trip renta car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 1.

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Japan, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 46 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 29 July 2026.
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Top rental agencies in Japan

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Japan known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Japan. Reviews were last updated on 29 July 2026.

Avis

8,4
Very Good
26 reviews•35 locations
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Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

8,7

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

8,5

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car

2 locations
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Trip renta car

1 location
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Delta Rental Car

1 location
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UTO Rental Car

1 location
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Worldnet

3 locations
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KS Rental Car

1 location
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FLOW DRIVE

2 locations
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 29 July 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?

    When hiring a car in Japan, the most popular provider of hire cars among Cheapflights users is Avis, and with prices around R721/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Avis is COMPACT, which starts as low as R721/day.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?

    At R336/day, it is 55% cheaper on average to rent a car in Toyota than any other city in Japan. The cheapest price found in Japan was for R336/day in Toyota.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?

    Cars in Japan are to be driven on the left side of the road.

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