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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from HK$136

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 26-3 and drop-off date of 1-4. 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.
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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 25 December 2025.

Most popular company

Times

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

HK$336

Cheapest price per day

HK$136

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 25 December 2025.

There are, in total, 6,686 car hire locations in Japan that are operated by 190 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$136/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Japan hire providers:

Economy

Economy

HK$150+

Compact

Compact

HK$136+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$174+

Standard

Standard

HK$172+

Full-size

Full-size

HK$550+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$150+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$875+

Mini

Mini

HK$145+

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 medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Japan large 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:

Hyundai i20HK$136/day
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Honda FitHK$143/day
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Honda Fit
Mini CountrymanHK$145/day
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Mini Countryman

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$265. Data was last updated on 25 December 2025.
Hyundai i20HK$136/day
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Hyundai i20
Honda FitHK$143/day
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Honda Fit
Volkswagen GolfHK$144/day
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Volkswagen Golf

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 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$384/day – about 634% 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 Relax Rent A Car, offering prices from just HK$154.97/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Times, with rates starting at HK$212.82/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is September, when you can expect to pay HK$380/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is July (HK$432/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$402

February

HK$403

March

HK$401

April

HK$424

May

HK$403

June

HK$392

July

HK$432

August

HK$424

September

HK$380

October

HK$414

November

HK$388

December

HK$406

What car do most people rent in Japan?

Mini cars (Toyota Prius or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Japan. Economy cars (Toyota Prius or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Standard cars (Toyota Prius or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?

Toyota Rent a Car has 1,494 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 888.

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 4,250 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 December 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in Japan, Osaka is the cheapest city to rent a car (HK$145/day). Other popular cities in Japan to get a cheap rental car are: Okinawa (HK$156/day), Fukuoka (HK$207/day), and Sapporo (HK$232/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 25 December 2025.

Toyota Rent a Car

1494 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

ORIX Rent a Car

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews888 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.5

Nippon Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
1 review805 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.5

Hertz

8.4
Very Good
20 reviews224 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
16 reviews111 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.5

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
23 reviews525 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Budget

7.8
Good
8 reviews93 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
5 reviews110 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 December 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$236/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$156/day.

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

    At HK$200/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Naha. On average, Narita has the cheapest daily rental car price (HK$246/day), which is 46% 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 25 December 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$25+).

Electric

Electric

HK$50+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$25+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$26+

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