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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from ₱876

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 6/23 and drop-off date of 6/25. 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 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 June 16, 2026.

Most popular company

Times

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

₱2,617

Cheapest price per day

₱876

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 June 16, 2026.

There are 317 rental agencies servicing Japan. These agencies, altogether, have 7,166 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? small car is the cheapest car type to rent in Japan with prices from ₱876 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 4 car types you can rent in Japan:

Economy

Economy

₱994+

Compact

Compact

₱876+

Intermediate

Intermediate

₱2,523+

Standard

Standard

₱1,321+

Minivan

Minivan

₱1,377+

Mini

Mini

₱881+

Passenger van

Passenger van

₱1,716+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

₱2,078+

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 ₱2,728. Data was last updated on June 16, 2026.
Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios₱876/day
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Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios
Toyota Corolla₱994/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota Avanza₱994/day
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Toyota Avanza

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 23 days before your pickup date to maximize your savings. Car rental prices are around ₱2,734/day on average when booked 23 days ahead, which saves you 5,167% off the average price.

What is the cheapest rental car company in Japan?

HM Rent a Car is currently the cheapest rental car company in Japan with deals as low as ₱14.34/day found in the past two weeks. Airport Car Rental is another inexpensive option with rates as low as ₱25.36/day.

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

The cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is September where you can expect to pay ₱2,926/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Japan is August (₱3,353/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

₱3,139

February

₱3,156

March

₱3,041

April

₱3,150

May

₱2,981

June

₱3,101

July

₱3,145

August

₱3,353

September

₱2,926

October

₱3,118

November

₱3,107

December

₱3,326

What car do most people rent in Japan?

Passenger van rentals (Mitsubishi Delica, for example) are the most popular in Japan. Compact (Class Compact Car) and Standard (Class Standard Car) rentals are also often chosen by our users when visiting Japan.

Which car rental company has the most locations in Japan?

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car has 2 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Trip renta car has the second highest number of locations in Japan at 1.

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 45 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on June 16, 2026.

If you're looking for the best car rental deals in Japan, start with Osaka, where rates average ₱905/day. You can also find good prices in Nagoya (₱1,210/day), Okinawa (₱1,424/day), and Fukuoka (₱1,490/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 June 16, 2026.

Avis

8.4
Very good
26 reviews34 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.5

Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car

2 locations

Trip renta car

1 location

Delta Rental Car

1 location

UTO Rental Car

1 location

Worldnet

3 locations

KS Rental Car

1 location

FLOW DRIVE

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on June 16, 2026.
  • What is the most popular car rental provider in Japan?

    With an average price of ₱1,884/day, Times is the most popular car rental provider in Japan, booking 449% more rental cars than any other provider.

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

    At ₱974/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Okinawa. On average, Okinawa has the cheapest daily rental car price (₱1,716/day), which is 45% 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, Gas/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Japan. Deals were last updated on June 16, 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Japan. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Gas/Diesel being the cheapest (₱18+).

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

₱18+

Hybrid

Hybrid

₱24+

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