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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from ₹ 3,384

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 4/1 and drop-off date of 6/1. 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.
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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 5 December 2024.

Most popular company

Times

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

₹ 6,676

Cheapest price per day

₹ 3,384

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 5 December 2024.

Price

₹ 2,302 - ₹ 9,938

Out of all the popular cities in Japan, Okinawa is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just ₹ 2,302/day. Renting a car in Okinawa is 77% cheaper than renting one in Nagoya where the per day rate is around ₹ 9,938. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Japan to get a rental car in are: Tokyo (₹ 3,668/day), Osaka (₹ 4,046/day), and Nagoya (₹ 9,938/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Tokyo should expect to spend around ₹ 3,668/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Japan is Tokyo.

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 5 December 2024.

January

₹ 4,997

February

₹ 4,997

March

₹ 4,913

April

₹ 4,913

May

₹ 4,913

June

₹ 4,659

July

₹ 4,743

August

₹ 5,167

September

₹ 4,743

October

₹ 5,167

November

₹ 4,997

December

₹ 5,252

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 5 December 2024.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Japan this past week from 6,529 hire locations out of 133 hire agencies. Prices for a Japan small car hire start from ₹ 3,384/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

₹ 4,069+

Compact

Compact

₹ 4,618+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₹ 6,059+

Standard

Standard

₹ 4,949+

Mini

Mini

₹ 3,604+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₹ 9,538+

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

₹ 5,444+

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 5 December 2024.

Small cars

₹ 4,766 - ₹ 6,524

All Car Types

₹ 6,237 - ₹ 9,257

To hire a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of ₹ 5,511/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Japan (~₹ 4,766/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~₹ 6,524/day). In fact, January is about 14% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a small car saves you 30% 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 hire a medium car in Japan, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,493/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Japan (~₹ 7,012/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~₹ 10,686/day). In fact, June is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a medium car is 9% 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 hire a large car in Japan, you would pay an average price of ₹ 10,298/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Japan (~₹ 8,435/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~₹ 13,093/day). In fact, January is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a large car is 25% 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 hire a SUV in Japan, you would pay an average price of ₹ 9,401/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Japan (~₹ 7,414/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~₹ 12,882/day). In fact, May is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a SUV is 18% 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 hire a van in Japan, you would pay an average price of ₹ 10,712/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a van in Japan (~₹ 8,113/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~₹ 13,874/day). In fact, April is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a van is 28% 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 hire a luxury car in Japan, you would pay an average price of ₹ 8,720/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Japan (~₹ 7,711/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~₹ 21,443/day). In fact, November is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Japan, hiring a luxury car is 11% 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 luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Ford Ikon₹ 3,384/day
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Ford Ikon
Ford Ka₹ 3,440/day
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Ford Ka
Hyundai i20₹ 3,440/day
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Hyundai i20

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 5 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Japan, including those serving the greater Tokyo, Okinawa and Osaka area. Make sure to read through user feedback, confirm pickup locations, and check the fine print before choosing.

Toyota Rent a Car

1492 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

886 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

805 locations

Nissan Rent-A-Car

532 locations

Times

505 locations

keddy by Europcar

336 locations

Europcar

321 locations

Shouqi

228 locations

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 ₹ 5,724. Data was last updated on 5 December 2024.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Japan, including options within the Tokyo, Okinawa and Osaka area. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the rental, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Ford Ikon₹ 3,384/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ikon
Ford Ka₹ 3,440/day
2
M
A/C
Ford Ka
Hyundai i20₹ 3,440/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i20

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 5 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?

    With an average price of ₹ 3,900/day, Europcar is the most popular car hire provider in Japan, booking 167% more hire cars than any other provider.

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

    At ₹ 2,100/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Okinawa. On average, Okinawa has the cheapest daily rental car price (₹ 2,302/day), which is 61% 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.

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 ₹ 5,437 per day. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2024.
Hyundai i10₹ 3,571/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 3,586/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10₹ 3,594/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai i10

Luxury car rentals in Japan

Find luxury car rental deals in Japan from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Japan cost an average of ₹ 4,663 per day. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2024.
To help you decide on a luxury car rental in Japan, we've assembled the following deals, including options close to Tokyo, Okinawa and Osaka. If you're not finding what you're looking for, come back soon as new deals are always being added.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 4,642/day
5
4
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Honda City₹ 4,651/day
5
M
A/C
Honda City
Mercedes-Benz S-Class₹ 4,674/day
5
4
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A/C
Mercedes-Benz S-Class

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