Cheap Car Hire in Japan from £23
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 1/4 and drop-off date of 14/4. 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.
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 21 February 2025.
Most popular company | Europcar |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | £42 |
Cheapest price per day | £23 |
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 5,100 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 February 2025.
Price | £23 - £83 |
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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 February 2025.
January
£49
February
£46
March
£45
April
£46
May
£45
June
£44
July
£45
August
£48
September
£45
October
£48
November
£46
December
£51
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.
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 21 February 2025.
There are, in total, 6,527 car hire locations in Japan that are operated by 134 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £23/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Japan hire providers:
Economy
£34+
Compact
£33+
Intermediate
£40+
Standard
£52+
People carrier
£75+
Mini
£33+
Passenger van
£61+
Intermediate estate car
£48+
Compare available car types for hire in Japan
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 February 2025.
Small cars | £41 - £55 | |
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All Car Types | £57 - £73 |
To hire a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of £46/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Japan (~£41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~£55/day). In fact, March is about 11% 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 30% 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 £71/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Japan (~£62/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£80/day). In fact, February is about 14% 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 10% 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. Here are the best Japan medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a large car in Japan, you would pay an average price of £100/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Japan (~£83/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£114/day). In fact, February is about 18% 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 36% 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 £61/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Japan (~£53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£71/day). In fact, August is about 14% 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 7% 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 SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a van in Japan, you would pay an average price of £90/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Japan (~£75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£104/day). In fact, May is about 17% 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 28% 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. Here are the best Japan van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
To hire a luxury car in Japan, you would pay an average price of £132/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Japan (~£98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~£151/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a luxury car is 51% 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.
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 21 February 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Japan, including pickup locations serving Tokyo, Fukuoka and Okinawa. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
Toyota Rent a Car
ORIX Rent a Car
Nippon Rent-A-Car
Nissan Rent-A-Car
Times
keddy by Europcar
Europcar
Shouqi
Best Japan car hire deals found
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 £49. Data was last updated on 21 February 2025.
These are some of the most attractive deals we've found on car hires within the Japan region, including options close to Tokyo, Fukuoka and Okinawa. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2025.
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?
With an average price of £42/day, Europcar is the most popular car hire provider in Japan, booking 423% more hire cars than any other provider.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At £30/day, it is 39% cheaper on average to rent a car in Fukuoka than any other city in Japan. The cheapest price found in Japan was for £28/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.