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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from ₱1,107

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Japan with a pick-up date of 8/18 and drop-off date of 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. 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 July 8, 2025.

Most popular company

Times

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

₱2,234

Cheapest price per day

₱1,107

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 July 8, 2025.

There are 176 rental agencies servicing Japan. These agencies, altogether, have 6,620 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Japan with prices from ₱1,107 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can rent in Japan:

Economy

Economy

₱1,107+

Compact

Compact

₱1,499+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱4,943+

Standard

Standard

₱2,075+

Minivan

Minivan

₱1,383+

Mini

Mini

₱1,844+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₱1,881+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₱4,344+

Compare car rental deals in Japan by type

Here are the best Japan small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Japan medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Japan SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Japan van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Toyota Avanza₱1,107/day
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Toyota Avanza
Nissan Sentra₱1,499/day
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Nissan Sentra
Toyota Corolla₱1,522/day
4
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Toyota Corolla

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 ₱3,047. Data was last updated on July 8, 2025.
Take a peek at some options we've found for car rentals in Japan, including locations near Tokyo, Osaka and Sapporo. If these deals don't match what you're looking for, not to worry -- deals are updated on a regular basis.
Toyota Avanza₱1,107/day
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Toyota Avanza
Toyota Innova₱1,383/day
5
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Toyota Innova
Toyota Corolla₱1,499/day
4
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Toyota Corolla

Cheapflights insights for Japan car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Japan, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I rent a car in Japan?

Book your rental car in Japan 11 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,891/day on average when booked 11 days ahead, which saves you 5,112% off the average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Japan?

JDM Rent a car is currently the cheapest rental car company in Japan with deals as low as ₱1,182.96/day found in the past two weeks. BEST KANSAI CAR RENTAL is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₱1,266.49/day.

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is June where you can expect to pay ₱2,797/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Japan is August (₱3,361/day on average). The average daily rental 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 rent.

January

₱3,230

February

₱3,148

March

₱2,985

April

₱3,167

May

₱3,035

June

₱2,797

July

₱3,217

August

₱3,361

September

₱3,010

October

₱3,223

November

₱3,035

December

₱3,349

What car do most people rent in Japan?

Compact rentals (Toyota Sienna, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Economy (Toyota Corolla) and Passenger van (Toyota Sienna) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Japan.

Which car rental 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.

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 July 8, 2025.

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 July 8, 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Japan, including locations near Tokyo, Osaka and Sapporo. 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

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews887 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

10.0

Alamo

8.9
Very good
16 reviews112 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.7
Very good
23 reviews530 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.9

Hertz

8.3
Very good
18 reviews223 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.2

Budget

7.9
Good
8 reviews87 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Europcar

7.7
Good
1 review311 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

7.7

Nippon Rent-A-Car

7.0
Good
1 review806 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 July 8, 2025.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Japan?

    With an average price of ₱1,311/day, JDM Rent a car is the most popular car rental provider in Japan, booking 204% more rental cars than any other provider.

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

    At ₱1,424/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Osaka. On average, Osaka has the cheapest daily rental car price (₱1,646/day), which is 49% 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.

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