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Cheap Car Hire in Japan

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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 17 avril 2026.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

R951

Cheapest price per day

R301

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 20 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R741, which is about 1 295% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?

Looking to hire a car in Japan? Yesaway had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R879,65/day. Avis also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R882,59/day.

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

Planning to hire a car in Japan? January is the cheapest month, costing about R780 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 001. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R780

February

R824

March

R907

April

R840

May

R865

June

R871

July

R829

August

R1 001

September

R827

October

R850

November

R916

December

R919

What car do most people hire in Japan?

Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda5 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Japan. SUV cars (Subaru Forester or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Luxury cars (Audi A8 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?

Toyota Rent a Car has 1 500 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 876.

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 4 230 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 avril 2026.

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 17 avril 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

1500 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

7,3

ORIX Rent a Car

9,4
Wonderful
4 reviews876 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,8

Comfort

9,8

Overall

9,4

Pick-up/drop-off

9,6

Value

9,4

Hertz

8,8
Very Good
18 reviews220 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,0

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

8,6

Nippon Rent-A-Car

8,6
Very Good
1 review810 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,6

Comfort

9,6

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

8,3

Value

9,6

Alamo

8,4
Very Good
16 reviews116 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,6

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8,3
Very Good
23 reviews499 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,4

Budget

7,8
Good
8 reviews93 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,8
Good
5 reviews116 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,4

Comfort

8,0

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,4

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 avril 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 Alamo, and with prices around R2 506/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Alamo is PASSENGER_VAN, which starts as low as R1 803/day.

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

    At R911/day, it is 5% cheaper on average to rent a car in Tokyo than any other city in Japan. The cheapest price found in Japan was for R681/day in Tokyo.

  • 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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