Japan

Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from RM 120

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 6/4 and drop-off date of 9/4. 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 2026

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 March 2026.

Most popular company

Times

Most common car type

Mini

Average price per day

RM 233

Cheapest price per day

RM 120

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 March 2026.

There are currently 6,757 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 204 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is medium car at RM 120 a day. Below are all the 5 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 122+

Compact

Compact

RM 130+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 217+

Standard

Standard

RM 120+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 319+

Mini

Mini

RM 214+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 224+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

RM 258+

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:

Here are the best Japan luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda JazzRM 122/day
2
M
A/C
Honda Jazz
Proton SagaRM 130/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CityRM 130/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

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 281. Data was last updated on 25 March 2026.
Toyota HiluxRM 120/day
5
M
A/C
Toyota Hilux
Proton SagaRM 122/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Toyota Yaris Sedan/ViosRM 130/day
2
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios

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 5 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 212/day on average when booked 5 days ahead, which saves you 264% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?

Looking to hire a car in Japan? Relax Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 64.30/day. Relax Rent A Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 98.22/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is January, when you can expect to pay RM 215/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is May (RM 251/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 215

February

RM 221

March

RM 238

April

RM 231

May

RM 251

June

RM 222

July

RM 233

August

RM 242

September

RM 216

October

RM 227

November

RM 226

December

RM 241

What car do most people hire in Japan?

Passenger van cars (Mazda Mazda5, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Mini (Class Mini Car) and Economy (Class Economy Car) 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 1,503 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 892.

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 4,265 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 March 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Japan, Osaka offers the lowest average rental price at just RM 55/day. Other affordable options include Okinawa (RM 69/day), Fukuoka (RM 102/day), and Tokyo (RM 124/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 March 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

1503 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

ORIX Rent a Car

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews892 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.8

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Hertz

8.4
Very Good
20 reviews220 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 reviews116 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.6

Nippon Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
1 review810 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.6

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
23 reviews515 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

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 reviews116 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 March 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?

    The most popular car hire company at Japan is Nippon Rent-A-Car. With prices on PASSENGER_VAN starting at RM 341/day about 191% more people book with Nippon Rent-A-Car 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 Okinawa where rental cars typically will cost around RM 69/day (68% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Okinawa for just RM 68/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 25 March 2026.

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 57+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 63+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 57+

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