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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from HK$153

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 21-6 and drop-off date of 28-6. 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 15 junho 2025.

Most popular company

Relax Car Rental

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

HK$351

Cheapest price per day

HK$153

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 15 junho 2025.

There are, in total, 6,620 car hire locations in Japan that are operated by 173 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: HK$153/day). Explore 3 car types currently offered from Japan hire providers:

Economy

Economy

HK$173+

Compact

Compact

HK$153+

Intermediate

Intermediate

HK$355+

Standard

Standard

HK$205+

People carrier

People carrier

HK$190+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

HK$948+

Mini

Mini

HK$187+

Passenger van

Passenger van

HK$235+

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:

Honda JazzHK$153/day
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Honda Jazz
Volkswagen GolfHK$154/day
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Volkswagen Golf
Honda FitHK$167/day
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Honda Fit

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$338. Data was last updated on 15 junho 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Japan including options serving Osaka, Tokyo and Fukuoka. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Honda JazzHK$153/day
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Honda Jazz
Volkswagen GolfHK$154/day
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Volkswagen Golf
Honda FitHK$167/day
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Honda Fit

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 hire in Japan, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just HK$419/day – about 615% 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$119.94/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is JDM Rent a car, with rates starting at HK$133.83/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is May, when you can expect to pay HK$434/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is August (HK$504/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$467

February

HK$437

March

HK$441

April

HK$447

May

HK$434

June

HK$435

July

HK$503

August

HK$504

September

HK$446

October

HK$466

November

HK$448

December

HK$487

What car do most people rent in Japan?

Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Japan. Economy cars (Class Economy Car 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 1,493 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 4,461 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 junho 2025.

Out of all the popular cities in Japan, Osaka is the cheapest city to rent a car (HK$144/day). Other popular cities in Japan to get a cheap rental car are: Tokyo (HK$169/day), Okinawa (HK$196/day), and Fukuoka (HK$253/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 15 junho 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Japan, including those serving the greater Osaka, Tokyo and Fukuoka area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

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

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews887 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.9
Very Good
16 reviews112 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very Good
23 reviews530 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.9

Hertz

8.3
Very Good
18 reviews226 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Budget

7.9
Good
7 reviews88 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.7
Good
1 review319 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.7

Nippon Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
1 review806 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 15 junho 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$213/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$120/day.

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

    At HK$120/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Narita. On average, Narita has the cheapest daily rental car price (HK$172/day), which is 56% 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, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on 15 junho 2025.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (HK$20+).

Electric

Electric

HK$68+

Hybrid

Hybrid

HK$27+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

HK$20+

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