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Japan car hires in 2024
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 November 2024.
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 5,105 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Price
£26 - £44
Out of all the popular cities in Japan, Okinawa is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just £26/day. Renting a car in Okinawa is 41% cheaper than renting one in Takamatsu where the per day rate is around £44. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Japan to get a rental car in are: Osaka (£33/day), Fukuoka (£34/day), and Kobe (£34/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Tokyo should expect to spend around £37/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Japan is Tokyo.
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 November 2024.
January
£45
February
£46
March
£45
April
£45
May
£45
June
£43
July
£44
August
£48
September
£44
October
£48
November
£45
December
£48
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 November 2024.
There are, in total, 6,529 car hire locations in Japan that are operated by 133 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £29/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Japan hire providers:
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 November 2024.
Small cars
£44 - £52
All Car Types
£62 - £78
To hire a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of £47/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Japan (~£44/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£52/day). In fact, January is about 9% 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 £70/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Japan (~£65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£82/day). In fact, May is about 8% 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 3% 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 £103/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Japan (~£89/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£122/day). In fact, February is about 14% 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 34% 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 £64/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Japan (~£55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£79/day). In fact, June is about 15% 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 6% 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 £89/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Japan (~£75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~£100/day). In fact, February 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 25% 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 £131/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Japan (~£114/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~£153/day). In fact, September is about 13% 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 49% 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.
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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 November 2024.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Japan, including pickup locations serving Tokyo, Fukuoka and Sapporo. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.
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 £53. Data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
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 Sapporo. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.
Ford Fiesta£29/day
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Fiat 500£29/day
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Vauxhall Corsa£32/day
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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 November 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 (9.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Japan.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At £35/day, it is 29% cheaper on average to rent a car in Okinawa than any other city in Japan. The cheapest price found in Japan was for £30/day in Okinawa.
What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Japan.
Small car hires in Japan
Find small car hire deals in Japan from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Japan cost an average of £35 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Kia Picanto£29/day
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Fiat 500£29/day
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Ford Ka£29/day
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