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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from RM 135

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 23/11. 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 2024

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 21 October 2024.

Most popular company

Times

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

RM 287

Cheapest price per day

RM 135

What are the car hire 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 5,103 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 October 2024.

Price

RM 137 - RM 410

Out of all the popular cities in Japan, Okinawa is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just RM 137/day. Renting a car in Okinawa is 67% cheaper than renting one in Nagoya where the per day rate is around RM 410. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Japan to get a rental car in are: Osaka (RM 145/day), Fukuoka (RM 174/day), and Tokyo (RM 181/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Tokyo should expect to spend around RM 181/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Japan is Tokyo.

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 21 October 2024.

January

RM 249

February

RM 253

March

RM 249

April

RM 249

May

RM 249

June

RM 236

July

RM 240

August

RM 262

September

RM 240

October

RM 249

November

RM 232

December

RM 262

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is November. The most expensive time to rent a car is August. 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 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 21 October 2024.

There are currently 6,509 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 122 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at RM 135 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 184+

Compact

Compact

RM 188+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 258+

Standard

Standard

RM 259+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 376+

Mini

Mini

RM 192+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 328+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

RM 256+

Compare available car types for rental in Japan

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental 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 21 October 2024.

Small cars

RM 224 - RM 303

All Car Types

RM 306 - RM 452

To rent a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 262/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Japan (~RM 224/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 303/day). In fact, June is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a small car saves you 30% 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 rent a medium car in Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 463/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Japan (~RM 408/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 537/day). In fact, June is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a medium car is 20% 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 rent a large car in Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 477/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Japan (~RM 399/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 564/day). In fact, July is about 17% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a large car is 22% 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 rent a SUV in Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 446/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Japan (~RM 318/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 546/day). In fact, June is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a SUV is 17% 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 rent a van in Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 508/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a van in Japan (~RM 472/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 543/day). In fact, September is about 8% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a van is 27% 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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Honda CityRM 135/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Proton PersonaRM 155/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton SagaRM 157/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

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 21 October 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Japan region, including those located within the Tokyo, Sapporo and Osaka area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Toyota Rent a Car

1492 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

885 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

805 locations

Nissan Rent-A-Car

532 locations

Times

504 locations

keddy by Europcar

336 locations

Europcar

321 locations

Shouqi

228 locations

Best Japan car rental deals found

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 250. Data was last updated on 21 October 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on rental cars in Japan including options serving Tokyo, Sapporo and Osaka. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Honda CityRM 135/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City
Proton PersonaRM 155/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Persona
Proton SagaRM 157/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 October 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Japan?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Toyota Rent a Car (10.0 rating), ORIX Rent a Car (10.0 rating) and Flight Rent A Car (9.6 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Japan.

  • 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 141/day (48% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Okinawa for just RM 124/day.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?

    Cars travel on the left side of the road in Japan.

Small car rentals in Japan

Find small car rental deals in Japan from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Japan cost an average of RM 200 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 October 2024.
Perodua AxiaRM 168/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia
Perodua MyviRM 169/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Myvi
Perodua AxiaRM 188/day
2
M
A/C
Perodua Axia

Luxury car rentals in Japan

Find luxury car rental deals in Japan from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Japan cost an average of RM 173 per day. Price data was last updated on 21 October 2024.
An assortment of some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in Japan, including options close to Tokyo, Sapporo and Osaka. Make sure to take a close look at each offer to ensure no unwanted surprises.
BMW 3 SeriesRM 173/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series
BMW 3 SeriesRM 173/day
5
M
A/C
BMW 3 Series

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 21 October 2024.

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 49+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 53+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 49+

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