Japan

Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from Rp 300,742

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 17/3 and drop-off date of 20/3. 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 rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Japan. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 January 2026.

Most popular company

JDM Rent a car

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

Rp 876,896

Cheapest price per day

Rp 300,742

Popular car types in Japan

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Japan and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 13 January 2026.

There are currently 6,688 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 191 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at Rp 300,742 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Rp 319,960+

Compact

Compact

Rp 300,742+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 973,028+

Standard

Standard

Rp 486,514+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 396,831+

Mini

Mini

Rp 320,128+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 550,405+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 639,919+

Compare car rental 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota CorollaRp 300,742/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 312,542/day
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Hyundai i20

Best car rental deals found in Japan

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Japan. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Japan with an average daily rate of Rp 771,686. Data was last updated on 13 January 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 300,742/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 312,542/day
4
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Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRp 319,960/day
4
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Toyota Corolla

Cheapflights insights for Japan car rentals

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 29 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 861,430, which is about 1,487,388% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?

In Japan, the most affordable car hire company right now is KuMa Rental Car, offering prices from just Rp 303,607.56/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is CG Car Rental, with rates starting at Rp 377,950.12/day.

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

At Japan, the best time to rent a car is at July, with an average daily rate of just Rp 907,507. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,026,916 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Japan, the best time to rent a car is in July, with an average daily rate of just Rp 907,507. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,026,916 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

Rp 970,724

February

Rp 999,522

March

Rp 1,015,678

April

Rp 956,676

May

Rp 958,080

June

Rp 946,842

July

Rp 907,507

August

Rp 987,581

September

Rp 1,010,058

October

Rp 945,437

November

Rp 963,700

December

Rp 1,026,916

What car do most people hire in Japan?

Full-size cars (Class Full-size Car, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Passenger van (Nissan Serena) and Economy (Honda Fit) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Japan.

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 888.

Discover the price range for renting a car in popular cities across Japan, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 4.250 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 January 2026.

Top rental agencies in Japan

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Japan known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Japan. Reviews were last updated on 13 January 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

1494 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

ORIX Rent a Car

9.5
Wonderful
4 reviews888 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.5

Nippon Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
1 review805 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

8.4
Very Good
20 reviews224 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
16 reviews111 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.5

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
23 reviews525 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

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 reviews110 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 January 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 Rp 911,834/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Avis is ECONOMY, which starts as low as Rp 890,425/day.

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

    When visiting Japan, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Osaka where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 342,043/day (56% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Osaka for just Rp 315,745/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.

Car rentals by fuel type in Japan

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Japan. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on 13 January 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (Rp 46+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Rp 46+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

Rp 54+

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