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How far in advance should I hire a car in Kyoto?

For the best savings on car hire in Kyoto, make your reservation 76 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 939,597/day – about 1,314,022% less than the yearly average.

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What is the best car rental company in Kyoto?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Kyoto is Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10). ORIX Rent a Car (rated 9.4/10) is also highly rated by our users.

Toyota Rent a Car
Toyota Rent a Car
10.0
ORIX Rent a Car
ORIX Rent a Car
9.4
Nippon Rent-A-Car
Nippon Rent-A-Car
8.4
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8

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

At Kyoto, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just Rp 1,040,268. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,375,839 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 Kyoto, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just Rp 1,040,268. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,375,839 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 1,140,940

February

Rp 1,040,268

March

Rp 1,191,275

April

Rp 1,241,611

May

Rp 1,241,611

June

Rp 1,140,940

July

Rp 1,375,839

August

Rp 1,308,725

September

Rp 1,040,268

October

Rp 1,157,718

November

Rp 1,224,832

December

Rp 1,291,946

What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

Passenger van cars (Honda Stepwgn, for example) are the most popular in Kyoto. Intermediate (Toyota Prius) and SUV (Suzuki Jimny) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Kyoto.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kyoto?

Toyota Rent a Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Nippon Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Kyoto at 9.

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Top rental agencies in Kyoto

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kyoto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kyoto. Reviews were last updated on 2 February 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

ORIX Rent a Car

5 locations
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Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.8

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.4

Times

7 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.7

Europcar

6 locations
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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Alamo

6.0
Okay
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 February 2026.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kyoto for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Kyoto. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about Rp 7,179,698 per week.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kyoto?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Kyoto check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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