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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 11 days before pickup. The average price then is just Rp 875,486/day – about 1,285,866% less than the yearly average.

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 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Kyoto, the best time to rent a car is at September, with an average daily rate of just Rp 956,550. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,280,804 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 September, with an average daily rate of just Rp 956,550. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging Rp 1,280,804 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 1,037,613

February

Rp 1,134,890

March

Rp 1,151,102

April

Rp 1,215,953

May

Rp 1,199,741

June

Rp 1,086,252

July

Rp 1,280,804

August

Rp 1,118,677

September

Rp 956,550

October

Rp 1,037,613

November

Rp 956,550

December

Rp 1,070,039

What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

Full-size cars (Nissan Serena, for example) are the most popular in Kyoto. Economy (Class Economy Car) and Passenger van (Nissan Serena) 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.

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 12 July 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Kyoto, including Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Nippon Rent-A-Car. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

5 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Europcar

6 locations

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Times

7 locations

Alamo

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

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 12 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kyoto for a week from Nippon Rent-A-Car?

    Nippon Rent-A-Car 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 5,765,240 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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