Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from RM 155
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 30/12 and drop-off date of 9/1. 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 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 4 December 2024.
Most popular company | Times |
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Most common car type | Full-size |
Average price per day | RM 325 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 155 |
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 5,105 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 4 December 2024.
Price | RM 176 - RM 266 |
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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 4 December 2024.
January
RM 263
February
RM 263
March
RM 259
April
RM 259
May
RM 259
June
RM 245
July
RM 250
August
RM 272
September
RM 250
October
RM 272
November
RM 263
December
RM 276
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 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 4 December 2024.
There are currently 6,529 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 133 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at RM 155 a day. Below are all the 3 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
RM 224+
Compact
RM 222+
Intermediate
RM 298+
Standard
RM 907+
People carrier
RM 398+
Mini
RM 198+
Passenger van
RM 345+
Compact estate car
RM 296+
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 4 December 2024.
Small cars | RM 249 - RM 322 | |
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All Car Types | RM 318 - RM 426 |
To rent a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of RM 282/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Japan (~RM 249/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 322/day). In fact, June is about 12% 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 28% 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 465/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Japan (~RM 424/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~RM 526/day). In fact, June is about 10% 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 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. 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 490/day. July is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Japan (~RM 414/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~RM 572/day). In fact, July is about 16% 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 21% 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 457/day. June is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Japan (~RM 333/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is September (~RM 567/day). In fact, June is about 28% 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 15% 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 526/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Japan (~RM 491/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 553/day). In fact, May is about 7% 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 26% 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:
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 4 December 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
ORIX Rent a Car
Nippon Rent-A-Car
Nissan Rent-A-Car
Times
keddy by Europcar
Europcar
Shouqi
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 261. Data was last updated on 4 December 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.
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 December 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 most popular car hire provider in Japan?
The most popular car hire company at Japan is Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at RM 166/day about 177% more people book with Europcar 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 209/day (35% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Okinawa for just RM 137/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 211 per day. Price data was last updated on 4 December 2024.
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 4 December 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 53+).
Hybrid
RM 57+
Petrol/Diesel
RM 53+