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How far in advance should I hire a car in Kyoto?

Book your car hire in Kyoto 11 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around RM 232/day on average when booked 11 days ahead, which saves you 242% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Kyoto?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Kyoto is Toyota Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10). ORIX Rent a Car (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

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

Planning to hire a car in Kyoto? September is the cheapest month, costing about RM 249 per day. In contrast, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of RM 321. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

RM 270

February

RM 291

March

RM 300

April

RM 321

May

RM 312

June

RM 283

July

RM 321

August

RM 295

September

RM 249

October

RM 270

November

RM 249

December

RM 278

What car do most people hire in Kyoto?

Passenger van cars (Honda Stepwgn or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Kyoto. Economy cars (Toyota Raize or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Intermediate cars (Honda Stepwgn or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Kyoto?

Toyota Rent a Car has 21 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Nippon Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Kyoto at 9.

Top rental agencies in Kyoto

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kyoto known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kyoto. Reviews were last updated on 4 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Kyoto area such as Toyota Rent a Car, ORIX Rent a Car and Nippon Rent-A-Car. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Toyota Rent a Car

21 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

5 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

9 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 location

Europcar

6 locations

Hertz

7.5
Good
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.0

Times

7 locations

Alamo

6.0
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kyoto, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 4 July 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kyoto for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is one of the most popular car hire companies in Kyoto, offering car hire for around RM 5,272 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kyoto?

    Yes, you can rent a car for a month in Kyoto check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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