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Cheap Car Hire in Japan from £12
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 26/7 and drop-off date of 29/7. 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 2025
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 19 July 2025.
Most popular company | Nissan Rent-A-Car |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | £44 |
Cheapest price per day | £12 |
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 19 July 2025.
There are, in total, 6,620 car hire locations in Japan that are operated by 176 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £12/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Japan hire providers:
Economy
£17+
Compact
£12+
Intermediate
£38+
Standard
£23+
People carrier
£47+
Full-size SUV
£47+
Mini
£23+
Passenger van
£32+
Compare car hire 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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Japan SUV 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:
Renault Mégane£12/day
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MG MG4£12/day
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Smart Forfour£17/day
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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 £37. Data was last updated on 19 July 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Japan region, including options close to Tokyo, Okinawa and Sapporo. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Renault Mégane£12/day
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MG MG4£12/day
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Smart Forfour£17/day
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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 £39/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? Crq-carrent had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £11.14/day. IX Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £12.56/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Japan?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is June, when you can expect to pay £39/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is August (£46/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
£42
February
£41
March
£41
April
£42
May
£42
June
£39
July
£43
August
£46
September
£40
October
£42
November
£40
December
£45
What car do most people hire in Japan?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Japan are the following: Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar), Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar), and Intermediate cars (Toyota Prius or similar).
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.
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 4,449 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 July 2025.
Among the most popular cities in Japan, Fukuoka offers the lowest average car hire price at just £20/day. Other affordable options include Okinawa (£27/day), Hiroshima (£34/day), and Tokyo (£34/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 19 July 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Japan, including pickup locations serving Tokyo, Okinawa and Sapporo. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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•530 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.9
Hertz
18 reviews•223 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.2
Budget
8 reviews•87 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 hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?
With an average price of £45/day, Europcar is the most popular car hire provider in Japan, booking 50% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At £39/day, it is 17% cheaper on average to rent a car in Fukuoka than any other city in Japan. The cheapest price found in Japan was for £26/day in Fukuoka.
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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on 19 July 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£41+).
Hybrid
£51+
Petrol/Diesel
£41+