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Japan car rentals in 2024
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 21 December 2024.
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 5,104 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Price
Rp 619,264 - Rp 911,302
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Japan?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Japan and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 December 2024.
January
Rp 956,705
February
Rp 940,489
March
Rp 940,489
April
Rp 956,705
May
Rp 940,489
June
Rp 891,843
July
Rp 908,059
August
Rp 989,135
September
Rp 908,059
October
Rp 989,135
November
Rp 956,705
December
Rp 1,021,566
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Compare available car types for rental in Japan
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Japan to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Small cars
Rp 832,377 - Rp 1,263,057
All Car Types
Rp 1,405,878 - Rp 1,651,439
To hire a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of Rp 988,190/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Japan (~Rp 832,377/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~Rp 1,263,057/day). In fact, February is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a small car saves you 36% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Here are the best Japan small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a medium car in Japan, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,922,235/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Japan (~Rp 1,407,845/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 2,597,905/day). In fact, June is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a medium car is 20% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a large car in Japan, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,848,616/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Japan (~Rp 1,105,026/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 3,722,879/day). In fact, November is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a large car is 17% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a SUV in Japan, you would pay an average price of Rp 1,260,677/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Japan (~Rp 1,341,576/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~Rp 2,167,504/day). In fact, January is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a SUV saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To hire a van in Japan, you would pay an average price of Rp 2,077,343/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Japan (~Rp 1,641,704/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~Rp 2,583,549/day). In fact, March is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a van is 26% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
Hyundai i20Rp 629,642/day
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Toyota CorollaRp 630,939/day
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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 21 December 2024.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Japan, including those that serve Tokyo, Sendai and Miyakojima. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.
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 978,871. Data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Japan including options serving Tokyo, Sendai and Miyakojima. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Hyundai i20Rp 629,642/day
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A/C
Toyota CorollaRp 630,939/day
4
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A/C
Hyundai i20Rp 721,258/day
4
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A/C
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Japan?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Toyota Rent a Car (10.0 rating), ORIX Rent a Car (10.0 rating) and Flight Rent A Car (9.4 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Japan.
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 756,121/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Times is COMPACT, which starts as low as Rp 692,719/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 Sapporo where rental cars typically will cost around Rp 911,302/day (33% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Osaka for just Rp 695,530/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.
Van rentals in Japan
Find van rental deals in Japan from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Japan cost an average of Rp 1,729,042 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 December 2024.
Finding the right van for rent in Japan can be daunting, so we've assembled these deals for you, including pickup locations near Tokyo, Sendai and Miyakojima. If these deals aren't exactly what you're looking for, not to worry, as new offers are constantly being added.
Toyota InnovaRp 1,253,284/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota InnovaRp 1,310,848/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota InnovaRp 1,315,226/day
5
M
A/C
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