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Cheap Car Hire in Japan from R748
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 1/12 and drop-off date of 8/12. 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 2025
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 October 2025.
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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 17 October 2025.
There are currently 6 672 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 188 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at R748 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R748+
Compact
R863+
Intermediate
R2 459+
Standard
R1 714+
Mini
R894+
Passenger van
R1 304+
Intermediate SUV
R1 217+
Intermediate estate car
R1 249+
Compare car hire deals in Japan by type
Here are the best Japan small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Japan medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Toyota YarisR748/day
2
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A/C
Volkswagen PoloR863/day
4
M
A/C
Datsun GoR894/day
2
M
A/C
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 306. Data was last updated on 17 October 2025.
Toyota YarisR748/day
2
M
A/C
Volkswagen PoloR863/day
4
M
A/C
Datsun GoR894/day
2
M
A/C
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 44 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R869, which is about 1 448% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?
Looking to hire a car in Japan? Crq-carrent had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only R371,65/day. HM Rent a Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at R589,18/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Japan?
Planning to hire a car in Japan? September is the cheapest month, costing about R869 per day. In contrast, August is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R1 124. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
R971
February
R975
March
R1 023
April
R1 056
May
R958
June
R965
July
R927
August
R1 124
September
R869
October
R894
November
R919
December
R1 014
What car do most people hire in Japan?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Japan. Economy cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by SUV cars (Subaru Forester or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?
Toyota Rent a Car has 1 494 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 890.
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 October 2025.
Toyota Rent a Car
1494 locations
ORIX Rent a Car
4 reviews•890 locations
Hertz
19 reviews•224 locations
Alamo
16 reviews•111 locations
Nippon Rent-A-Car
1 review•805 locations
Nissan Rent-A-Car
23 reviews•526 locations
Budget
8 reviews•92 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5 reviews•110 locations
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 October 2025.
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 Yesaway, and with prices around R740/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Yesaway is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R629/day.
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.