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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from Rp 367,524

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 2025

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 5 November 2025.

Most popular company

Budget

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

Rp 1,124,922

Cheapest price per day

Rp 367,524

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 5 November 2025.

There are currently 6,682 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 367,524 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Rp 377,548+

Compact

Compact

Rp 367,524+

Intermediate

Intermediate

Rp 1,050,117+

Standard

Standard

Rp 593,050+

People carrier

People carrier

Rp 380,221+

Mini

Mini

Rp 378,884+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Rp 567,658+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Rp 531,072+

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 367,524/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 699,993. Data was last updated on 5 November 2025.
Toyota CorollaRp 367,524/day
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Toyota Corolla
Hyundai i20Rp 380,221/day
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Hyundai i20
Nissan SerenaRp 380,221/day
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Nissan Serena

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 35 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 859,413, which is about 1,464,000% 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 259,772.81/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Hokkaido Travel Car Rental, with rates starting at Rp 448,045.44/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 877,046. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,040,762 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 877,046. Conversely, March is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,040,762 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 1,020,715

February

Rp 1,019,044

March

Rp 1,040,762

April

Rp 963,916

May

Rp 970,598

June

Rp 1,014,033

July

Rp 1,004,009

August

Rp 962,245

September

Rp 877,046

October

Rp 932,175

November

Rp 922,152

December

Rp 1,040,762

What car do most people hire in Japan?

Full-size cars (Class Full-size Car, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Compact (Nissan Versa Note) 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 1,495 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 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 5 November 2025.

Toyota Rent a Car

1495 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews890 locations

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
19 reviews223 locations

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
16 reviews111 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
1 review806 locations

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
23 reviews526 locations

Budget

7.9
Good
8 reviews93 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
5 reviews110 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 November 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 Times, and with prices around Rp 550,284/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Times is COMPACT, which starts as low as Rp 543,268/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 Kyoto where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 1,016,873/day (13% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Osaka for just Rp 741,452/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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