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Cheap Car Hire in Japan from £10

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 27/6 and drop-off date of 4/7. 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 hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Japan. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 June 2026.

Most popular company

Yesaway

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

£38

Cheapest price per day

£10

Popular car types in Japan

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Japan and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 June 2026.

There are, in total, 7,166 car hire locations in Japan that are operated by 317 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £10/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Japan hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

People carrier

People carrier

Mini

Mini

Passenger van

Passenger van

Best car hire deals found in Japan

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Japan. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Japan with an average daily rate of £32. Data was last updated on 15 June 2026.
Kia XCeed£10/day
4
M
A/C
Kia XCeed
Dacia Sandero£10/day
2
M
A/C
Dacia Sandero
Mitsubishi Mirage£11/day
2
5
M
A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage

Cheapflights insights for Japan car hires

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?

Book your car hire in Japan 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £35/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 33% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?

Looking to hire a car in Japan? HM Rent a Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £13.97/day. Easy Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £17.00/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Japan?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is March, when you can expect to pay £37/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is August (£42/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

£39

February

£40

March

£37

April

£38

May

£38

June

£37

July

£42

August

£42

September

£37

October

£38

November

£37

December

£41

What car do most people hire in Japan?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Japan are the following: Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar), Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar), and Compact cars (Toyota Prius or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Trip renta car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 1.

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Japan?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Japan, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 45 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 June 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Japan, Osaka offers the lowest average car hire price at just £16/day. Other affordable options include Fukuoka (£18/day), Okinawa (£19/day), and Tokyo (£20/day).

Top hire agencies in Japan

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Japan known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Japan. Reviews were last updated on 15 June 2026.

Avis

8.4
Very Good
26 reviews34 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car

2 locations

Trip renta car

1 location

Delta Rental Car

1 location

UTO Rental Car

1 location

Worldnet

3 locations

KS Rental Car

1 location

FLOW DRIVE

2 locations

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 June 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?

    With an average price of £53/day, Alamo is the most popular car hire provider in Japan, booking 194% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?

    At £32/day, it is 27% cheaper on average to rent a car in Narita than any other city in Japan. The cheapest price found in Japan was for £25/day in Narita.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Japan.

Car hires by fuel type in Japan

Browse car hires by fuel type in Japan. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on 15 June 2026.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£36+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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