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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from HK$126
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 12-9 and drop-off date of 19-9. 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 rentals in 2025
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 16 August 2025.
Most popular company | JDM Rent a car |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Intermediate |
Average price per day | HK$376 |
Cheapest price per day | HK$126 |
Popular car types in Japan
Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Japan and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 16 August 2025.
There are, in total, 6,633 car hire locations in Japan that are operated by 182 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$126/day). Explore 4 car types currently offered from Japan hire providers:
Economy
HK$143+
Compact
HK$126+
Intermediate
HK$253+
Standard
HK$184+
People carrier
HK$160+
Full-size SUV
HK$1,021+
Mini
HK$142+
Premium
HK$345+
Compare car rental 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Japan luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Volkswagen GolfHK$126/day
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Honda FitHK$143/day
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Best car rental deals found in Japan
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 HK$313. Data was last updated on 16 August 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Japan car rentals
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?
For the best savings on car rentals in Japan, make your reservation 56 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$410/day – about 624% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?
In Japan, the most affordable car hire company right now is JDM Rent a car, offering prices from just HK$147.83/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Relax Rent A Car, with rates starting at HK$148.14/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is June, when you can expect to pay HK$413/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is December (HK$474/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
HK$439
February
HK$427
March
HK$429
April
HK$445
May
HK$421
June
HK$413
July
HK$458
August
HK$467
September
HK$425
October
HK$462
November
HK$440
December
HK$474
What car do most people rent in Japan?
Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Japan. Mini cars (Toyota Prius or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by 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 rental prices for popular cities in Japan?
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 4,446 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 August 2025.
Out of all the popular cities in Japan, Osaka is the cheapest city to rent a car (HK$124/day). Other popular cities in Japan to get a cheap rental car are: Fukuoka (HK$179/day), Okinawa (HK$192/day), and Tokyo (HK$219/day).
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 16 August 2025.
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•529 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.9
Hertz
18 reviews•222 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.5
Value
8.3
Budget
8 reviews•86 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 rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 August 2025.
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 Relax Rent A Car, and with prices around HK$206/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Relax Rent A Car is COMPACT, which starts as low as HK$148/day.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At HK$211/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Osaka. On average, Osaka has the cheapest daily rental car price (HK$317/day), which is 37% below average price for cities in Japan.
What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?
In Japan, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.
Car rentals by fuel type in Japan
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Japan. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on 16 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (HK$32+).
Electric
HK$60+
Hybrid
HK$32+
Petrol/Diesel
HK$32+