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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from RM 138
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 10/9 and drop-off date of 19/9. 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 17 July 2025.
Most popular company | IX Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Mini |
Average price per day | RM 237 |
Cheapest price per day | RM 138 |
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 17 July 2025.
There are currently 6,620 hire locations operating in Japan spread across 176 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Japan is small car at RM 138 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:
Economy
RM 138+
Compact
RM 138+
Intermediate
RM 284+
Standard
RM 229+
People carrier
RM 513+
Mini
RM 150+
Passenger van
RM 183+
Intermediate estate car
RM 221+
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:
Honda JazzRM 138/day
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Proton PersonaRM 138/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 295. Data was last updated on 17 July 2025.
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 JazzRM 138/day
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Proton PersonaRM 138/day
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Hyundai MatrixRM 152/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 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 228/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 291% 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 50.30/day. IX Rental also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at RM 71.94/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Japan is November, when you can expect to pay RM 231/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is July (RM 267/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 236
February
RM 235
March
RM 242
April
RM 260
May
RM 261
June
RM 236
July
RM 267
August
RM 266
September
RM 234
October
RM 252
November
RM 231
December
RM 254
What car do most people hire in Japan?
Compact cars (Toyota Corolla, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Mini (Class Mini Car) and Intermediate (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 1,493 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 887.
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 4,449 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 17 July 2025.
Among the most popular cities in Japan, Tokyo offers the lowest average rental price at just RM 89/day. Other affordable options include Osaka (RM 103/day), Okinawa (RM 137/day), and Fukuoka (RM 183/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 17 July 2025.
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
1493 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
10.0
Value
8.0
ORIX Rent a Car
4 reviews•887 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
10.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.7
Value
10.0
Alamo
16 reviews•112 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.9
Overall
8.9
Pick-up/drop-off
9.0
Value
9.0
Nissan Rent-A-Car
23 reviews•530 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.7
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
8.9
Hertz
18 reviews•223 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.4
Value
8.2
Budget
8 reviews•87 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Pick-up/drop-off
8.2
Value
7.8
Europcar
1 review•311 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.7
Pick-up/drop-off
7.4
Value
7.7
Nippon Rent-A-Car
1 review•806 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Overall
7.0
Pick-up/drop-off
6.0
Value
9.0
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 17 July 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?
The most popular car hire company at Japan is Avis. With prices on ECONOMY starting at RM 187/day about 79% more people book with Avis 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 154/day (35% less than the country average). The absolute cheapest rental car price in Japan was found in Fukuoka for just RM 127/day.
What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Japan.