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

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

To get the best deal on car hire in Kobe, book about 31 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R573, which is about 961% cheaper than the typical rate.

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What is the best car rental company in Kobe?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Kobe is Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10). Nippon Rent-A-Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Toyota Rent a Car
Toyota Rent a Car
10.0
Nippon Rent-A-Car
Nippon Rent-A-Car
10.0
ORIX Rent a Car
ORIX Rent a Car
9.4
Hertz
Hertz
8.4

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

At Kobe, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R802. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging R1 096 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Kobe, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R802. Conversely, January is the priciest month, averaging R1 096 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

R1 096

February

R802

March

R835

April

R916

May

R933

June

R867

July

R900

August

R867

September

R802

October

R867

November

R867

December

R835

What car do most people hire in Kobe?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Kobe are the following: Economy cars (Mazda Demio or similar), Passenger van cars (Toyota Sienta or similar), and Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kobe?

Toyota Rent a Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Kobe at 10.

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Top rental agencies in Kobe

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Kobe known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Kobe. Reviews were last updated on 12 March 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

7,3

Nippon Rent-A-Car

2 locations
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

ORIX Rent a Car

10 locations
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Cleanliness

9,8

Comfort

9,8

Overall

9,4

Pick-up/drop-off

9,6

Value

9,4

Hertz

3 locations
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Cleanliness

8,7

Comfort

8,5

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,5

Value

8,2

Alamo

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,6

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,4

Value

8,6

Nissan Rent-A-Car

5 locations
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Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,4

Overall

8,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

8,4

Budget

2 locations
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Cleanliness

8,2

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,2

Value

7,9

Times

8 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

7,7

Overall

7,7

Pick-up/drop-off

7,7

Value

7,7

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Kobe, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 March 2026.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kobe?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Kobe for a month is certainly possible.

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