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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from Rp 317,674
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 25/8 and drop-off date of 24/9. 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 19 August 2025.
Most popular company | Nichu rent a car |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | Rp 734,975 |
Cheapest price per day | Rp 317,674 |
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 19 August 2025.
There are currently 6,633 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 182 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at Rp 317,674 a day. Below are all the 2 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
Rp 317,674+
Compact
Rp 317,674+
Intermediate
Rp 526,324+
People carrier
Rp 738,377+
Mini
Rp 762,676+
Passenger van
Rp 795,885+
Luxury
Rp 3,028,997+
Intermediate SUV
Rp 616,070+
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 317,674/day
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Hyundai i20Rp 359,793/day
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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 877,531. Data was last updated on 19 August 2025.
Toyota CorollaRp 317,674/day
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Hyundai i20Rp 320,914/day
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Toyota CorollaRp 359,793/day
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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 11 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around Rp 836,978, which is about 1,393,099% 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 JDM Rent a car, offering prices from just Rp 325,773.53/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Nichu rent a car, with rates starting at Rp 482,585.47/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 915,276. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,082,132 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 915,276. Conversely, December is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,082,132 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 1,007,614
February
Rp 989,794
March
Rp 1,009,234
April
Rp 934,716
May
Rp 941,196
June
Rp 986,554
July
Rp 971,975
August
Rp 950,915
September
Rp 915,276
October
Rp 957,395
November
Rp 931,476
December
Rp 1,082,132
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 (Mazda Mazda2) 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 1,493 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 887.
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 4.446 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 August 2025.
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 19 August 2025.
Toyota Rent a Car
1493 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
ORIX Rent a Car
4 reviews•887 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.7
Value
10.0
Alamo
16 reviews•112 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Overall
8.9
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
Nissan Rent-A-Car
23 reviews•529 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.9
Hertz
18 reviews•222 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.3
Budget
8 reviews•86 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
7.8
Europcar
1 review•311 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.4
Value
7.7
Nippon Rent-A-Car
1 review•806 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
9.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 August 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 Nichu rent a car, and with prices around Rp 506,723/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Nichu rent a car is COMPACT, which starts as low as Rp 505,589/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 487,607/day (33% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Osaka for just Rp 262,433/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.