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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from Rp 297,734

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 27/1 and drop-off date of 2/2. 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 2 January 2026.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

Rp 740,087

Cheapest price per day

Rp 297,734

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 2 January 2026.

There are currently 6,686 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 190 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at Rp 297,734 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Rp 357,381+

Compact

Compact

Rp 297,734+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 650,117+

Standard

Standard

Rp 638,454+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 319,060+

Mini

Mini

Rp 370,043+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 575,475+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 746,251+

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 297,734/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 299,900/day
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Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRp 319,060/day
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Toyota Corolla

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 898,352. Data was last updated on 2 January 2026.
Toyota CorollaRp 297,734/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 299,900/day
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Hyundai i20
Toyota CorollaRp 319,060/day
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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 27 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 856,381, which is about 1,505,108% 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 CG Car Rental, offering prices from just Rp 372,042.66/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Relax Rent A Car, with rates starting at Rp 372,542.50/day.

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

At Japan, the best time to rent a car is at September, with an average daily rate of just Rp 861,834. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,019,357 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 September, with an average daily rate of just Rp 861,834. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,019,357 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 969,374

February

Rp 1,004,211

March

Rp 1,019,357

April

Rp 949,683

May

Rp 963,315

June

Rp 883,039

July

Rp 895,156

August

Rp 951,198

September

Rp 861,834

October

Rp 926,964

November

Rp 964,830

December

Rp 986,035

What car do most people hire in Japan?

Full-size cars (Class Full-size Car, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Economy (Honda Fit) and Passenger van (Nissan Serena) 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 2 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 2 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 2 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 Budget, and with prices around Rp 613,462/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Budget is MINI, which starts as low as Rp 586,305/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 Nagoya where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 568,977/day (15% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Nagoya for just Rp 402,699/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.

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