Cheap Car Hire in Japan from R828
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 4/6 and drop-off date of 8/6. 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.
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 12 April 2025.
Most common car type | Economy |
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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 12 April 2025.
January
R1 212
February
R1 154
March
R1 135
April
R1 154
May
R1 115
June
R1 096
July
R1 135
August
R1 192
September
R1 096
October
R1 173
November
R1 154
December
R1 250
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 12 April 2025.
There are currently 6 575 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 161 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at R828 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
R828+
Compact
R1 582+
Standard
R1 565+
People carrier
R2 675+
Mini
R1 124+
Passenger van
R1 717+
Intermediate estate car
R1 319+
Intermediate SUV
R1 838+
Compare available car types for rental 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 12 April 2025.
Small cars | R851 - R1 393 | |
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All Car Types | R851 - R1 940 |
To hire a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of R964/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Japan (~R851/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~R1 393/day). In fact, August is about 12% 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, renting a small car saves you 25% 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 R1 428/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Japan (~R1 096/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R2 258/day). In fact, November is about 24% 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, renting a medium car is 11% 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 R1 489/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Japan (~R2 121/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~R4 095/day). In fact, November is about 42% 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, renting a large car is 14% 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 van in Japan, you would pay an average price of R1 254/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a van in Japan (~R1 408/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~R3 539/day). In fact, March is about 12% 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, renting a van saves you 3% 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.
Top rental 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 12 April 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top car hiring agencies located in Japan, including those serving the greater Tokyo, Sapporo and Toyota area. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.
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Best Japan car hire deals found
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Japan. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Japan with an average daily rate of R1 721. Data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on car hires in Japan including options serving Tokyo, Sapporo and Toyota. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 April 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Japan?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, ME Rental Car (10,0 rating), Toyota Rent a Car (10,0 rating) and ORIX Rent a Car (10,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Japan.
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 Europcar, and with prices around R783/day, it’s easy to understand why. The most popular car type from Europcar is ECONOMY, which starts as low as R745/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?
Cars in Japan are to be driven on the left side of the road.
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 R1 377 per day. Price data was last updated on 12 April 2025.
Car hires by fuel type in Japan
Browse car hires by fuel type in Japan. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on 12 April 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (R50+).
Hybrid
R59+
Petrol/Diesel
R50+