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Cheap Car Hire in Tokyo 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 Tokyo 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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Popular car types in Tokyo
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Tokyo and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 October 2025.
There are 41 hire agencies servicing Tokyo. These agencies, altogether, have 510 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Tokyo with prices from R748 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can hire in Tokyo:
Economy
R748+
Compact
R863+
Intermediate
R2 487+
Standard
R1 705+
Mini
R897+
Passenger van
R1 295+
Intermediate SUV
R1 212+
Intermediate estate car
R1 252+
Compare car hire deals in Tokyo by type
Here are the best Tokyo small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Tokyo medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Hyundai i10R748/day
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A/C
Volkswagen PoloR863/day
4
M
A/C
Chevrolet SparkR897/day
2
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A/C
Best car hire deals found in Tokyo
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Tokyo. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Tokyo with an average daily rate of R1 312. Data was last updated on 18 October 2025.
Hyundai i10R748/day
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A/C
Volkswagen PoloR863/day
4
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A/C
Chevrolet SparkR897/day
2
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A/C
Cheapflights insights for Tokyo car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Tokyo, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Tokyo?
For the best savings on car hire in Tokyo, make your reservation 17 days before pickup. The average price then is just R921/day – about 1 446% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Tokyo?
In Tokyo, the most affordable car hire company right now is Crq-carrent, offering prices from just R544,53/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Yesaway, with rates starting at R824,95/day.
What is the best car rental company in Tokyo?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Tokyo is National (rated 10.0/10). Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
National
10.0
Toyota Rent a Car
10.0
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
ORIX Rent a Car
10.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Tokyo?
At Tokyo, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just R956. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 112 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 Tokyo, the best time to hire a car is in September, with an average daily rate of just R956. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging R1 112 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 077
February
R1 042
March
R1 025
April
R1 077
May
R1 042
June
R990
July
R1 025
August
R1 008
September
R956
October
R1 008
November
R1 042
December
R1 112
What car do most people hire in Tokyo?
Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Tokyo. Intermediate cars (Mazda Mazda5 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Tokyo?
Nippon Rent-A-Car has 104 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Nissan Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Tokyo at 81.
Top rental agencies in Tokyo
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Tokyo known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Tokyo. Reviews were last updated on 18 October 2025.
National
16 locations
Toyota Rent a Car
67 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
15 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
ORIX Rent a Car
1 review•25 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Europcar
16 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Hertz
1 review•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,5
Comfort
9,5
Overall
9,5
Pick-up/drop-off
9,5
Value
9,5
Nissan Rent-A-Car
5 reviews•81 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9,4
Comfort
8,9
Overall
9,2
Pick-up/drop-off
8,9
Value
8,9
Alamo
3 reviews•17 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,7
Comfort
7,7
Overall
7,2
Pick-up/drop-off
7,5
Value
8,0
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Tokyo, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 October 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Tokyo for a week from Yesaway?
Yesaway is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Tokyo. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about R8 585 per week.
Can I rent a car for a month in Tokyo?
Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Tokyo check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.
How much is a car hire in Tokyo for a weekend?
For a weekend car hire in Tokyo, you can expect the average price to be around R1 225. Usually a Economy hire in Tokyo is your cheapest weekend car hire option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car hire types. If you do opt for hiring a Economy for November, it will cost approximately R0 per day.
Car hires by fuel type in Tokyo
Browse car hires by fuel type in Tokyo. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Tokyo. Deals were last updated on 18 October 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Tokyo. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R66+).
Hybrid
R66+
Petrol/Diesel
R85+
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