Japan

Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from RM 50

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 25/6 and drop-off date of 2/7. 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 19 June 2026.

Most popular company

IX Rental

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

RM 228

Cheapest price per day

RM 50

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 19 June 2026.

There are currently 7,166 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 317 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at RM 50 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

RM 53+

Compact

Compact

RM 50+

Intermediate

Intermediate

RM 161+

Standard

Standard

RM 92+

People carrier

People carrier

RM 61+

Mini

Mini

RM 68+

Passenger van

Passenger van

RM 103+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

RM 135+

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 192. Data was last updated on 19 June 2026.
Nissan AlmeraRM 50/day
4
M
A/C
Nissan Almera
Proton SagaRM 53/day
2
M
A/C
Proton Saga
Honda CityRM 58/day
4
M
A/C
Honda City

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 6 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 209/day on average when booked 6 days ahead, which saves you 263% off the average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?

Looking to hire a car in Japan? HM Rent a Car had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only RM 15.12/day. Galileo Rent a Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 28.21/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is May, when you can expect to pay RM 222/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is December (RM 252/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 230

February

RM 236

March

RM 241

April

RM 226

May

RM 222

June

RM 233

July

RM 251

August

RM 250

September

RM 227

October

RM 235

November

RM 238

December

RM 252

What car do most people hire in Japan?

Economy cars (Class Economy Car, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Mini (Nissan Dayz) and SUV (Nissan X-Trail) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Japan.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Trip renta car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 1.

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 45 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 June 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Japan, Osaka offers the lowest average rental price at just RM 63/day. Other affordable options include Okinawa (RM 74/day), Fukuoka (RM 102/day), and Nagoya (RM 115/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 19 June 2026.

Avis

8.4
Very Good
26 reviews34 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car

2 locations

Trip renta car

1 location

Delta Rental Car

1 location

UTO Rental Car

1 location

Worldnet

3 locations

KS Rental Car

1 location

FLOW DRIVE

2 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 19 June 2026.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?

    The most popular car hire company at Japan is Times. With prices on COMPACT starting at RM 126/day about 88% more people book with Times 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 Naha where rental cars typically will cost around RM 90/day (62% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Naha for just RM 74/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 19 June 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 20+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

RM 20+

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

RM 20+

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