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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from ₹ 1,472

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 20/4 and drop-off date of 30/4. 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 24 March 2026.

Most popular company

Airport Car Rental

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

₹ 5,594

Cheapest price per day

₹ 1,472
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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 24 March 2026.
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small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Japan this past week from 6,757 hire locations out of 204 hire agencies. Prices for a Japan small car hire start from ₹ 1,472/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₹ 1,539+

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Compact

Compact

₹ 1,472+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 3,328+

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Standard

Standard

₹ 2,919+

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Minivan

Minivan

₹ 1,737+

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Mini

Mini

₹ 1,913+

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Premium

Premium

₹ 4,961+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 3,543+

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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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Etios₹ 1,472/day
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Hyundai i20₹ 1,539/day
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Hyundai i20₹ 1,666/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 ₹ 3,978. Data was last updated on 24 March 2026.
Toyota Etios₹ 1,472/day
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Hyundai i20₹ 1,539/day
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Hyundai i20
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Hyundai i20₹ 1,666/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?

For the best savings on car hire in Japan, make your reservation 13 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 4,033/day – about 8,119% less than the yearly average.

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What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?

In Japan, the most affordable car hire company right now is Relax Rent A Car, offering prices from just ₹ 1,805/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is IX Rental, with rates starting at ₹ 2,802/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 ₹ 4,142/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Japan is August (₹ 5,049/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

₹ 4,690

February

₹ 4,830

March

₹ 4,346

April

₹ 4,627

May

₹ 4,564

June

₹ 4,502

July

₹ 4,955

August

₹ 5,049

September

₹ 4,346

October

₹ 4,377

November

₹ 4,142

December

₹ 4,783

What car do most people rent in Japan?

Passenger van cars (Toyota Sienta or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Japan. Economy cars (Class Economy Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?

Toyota Rent a Car has 1,503 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 892.

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 4,265 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 24 March 2026.

Among the most popular cities in Japan, Osaka offers the lowest average rental price at just ₹ 1,442/day. Other affordable options include Okinawa (₹ 1,482/day), Tokyo (₹ 2,484/day), and Sapporo (₹ 3,825/day).

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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 24 March 2026.

Toyota Rent a Car

1503 locations
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

7.3

ORIX Rent a Car

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews•892 locations
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Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.8

Overall

9.4

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.4

Hertz

8.4
Very Good
20 reviews•220 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Alamo

8.4
Very Good
16 reviews•116 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.6

Nippon Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very Good
1 review•810 locations
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Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.6

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
23 reviews•515 locations
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Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

8.4

Budget

7.8
Good
8 reviews•93 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
5 reviews•116 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.4

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 24 March 2026.

  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?

    With an average price of ₹ 5,088/day, Nissan Rent-A-Car is the most popular car hire provider in Japan, booking 162% more hire cars than any other provider.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?

    At ₹ 1,544/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Okinawa. On average, Okinawa has the cheapest daily rental car price (₹ 1,544/day), which is 62% below average price for cities in Japan.

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

    In Japan, drivers are expected to drive on the left side of the road.

Car rentals by fuel type in Japan

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Japan. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on 24 March 2026.
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Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (₹ 25+).

Hybrid

Hybrid

₹ 25+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

₹ 34+

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