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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from RM 76
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 21/11 and drop-off date of 28/11. 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 24 October 2025.
Most popular company | IX Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | RM 236 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 76 |
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 24 October 2025.
There are currently 6,672 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 188 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at RM 76 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
RM 76+
Compact
RM 76+
Intermediate
RM 258+
Standard
RM 172+
People carrier
RM 534+
Mini
RM 149+
Passenger van
RM 127+
Intermediate SUV
RM 153+
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 SUV 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:
Proton PersonaRM 76/day
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Perodua AxiaRM 76/day
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Toyota CorollaRM 92/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 RM 265. Data was last updated on 24 October 2025.
Proton PersonaRM 76/day
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Perodua AxiaRM 76/day
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Toyota CorollaRM 92/day
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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?
Book your car hire in Japan 27 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 221/day on average when booked 27 days ahead, which saves you 273% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?
Looking to hire a car in Japan? Crq-carrent had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 73.21/day. IX Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 115.10/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 RM 230/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is April (RM 268/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
RM 244
February
RM 242
March
RM 245
April
RM 268
May
RM 268
June
RM 235
July
RM 256
August
RM 266
September
RM 230
October
RM 244
November
RM 238
December
RM 265
What car do most people hire in Japan?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Mini (Class Mini Car) and Compact (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Japan.
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 890.
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 4,253 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 October 2025.
Among the most popular cities in Japan, Osaka offers the lowest average rental price at just RM 82/day. Other affordable options include Tokyo (RM 128/day), Fukuoka (RM 131/day), and Sapporo (RM 246/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 24 October 2025.
Toyota Rent a Car
1494 locations
ORIX Rent a Car
4 reviews•890 locations
Hertz
19 reviews•224 locations
Nippon Rent-A-Car
1 review•805 locations
Alamo
16 reviews•111 locations
Nissan Rent-A-Car
23 reviews•526 locations
Budget
8 reviews•93 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5 reviews•110 locations
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 October 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?
The most popular car hire company at Japan is IX Rental. With prices on COMPACT starting at RM 115/day about 169% more people book with IX Rental than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
When visiting Japan, it is typically cheapest to rent your car in Fukuoka where rental cars typically will cost around RM 184/day (30% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Osaka for just RM 133/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Japan.
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 24 October 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (RM 44+).
Hybrid
RM 66+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 44+