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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from AED 108
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 5/11 and drop-off date of 16/11. 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 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 16 October 2025.
Most popular company | Times |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | AED 140 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 108 |
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 16 October 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Japan this past week from 6,672 hire locations out of 188 hire agencies. Prices for a Japan small car hire start from AED 108/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
AED 108+
Compact
AED 115+
Intermediate
AED 209+
Standard
AED 195+
People carrier
AED 434+
Mini
AED 178+
Passenger van
AED 195+
Intermediate SUV
AED 263+
Compare car rental deals in Japan by type
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 van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Ford FiestaAED 108/day
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Mini HatchAED 108/day
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Nissan SunnyAED 115/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 AED 275. Data was last updated on 16 October 2025.
Ford FiestaAED 108/day
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Nissan SunnyAED 115/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?
Book your car hire in Japan 37 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 176/day on average when booked 37 days ahead, which saves you 233% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?
Looking to hire a car in Japan? Budget had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 99.60/day. Nico Nico Rent-a-Car also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 107.42/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan?
Planning to hire a car in Japan? September is the cheapest month, costing about AED 173 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 209. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
AED 203
February
AED 202
March
AED 192
April
AED 206
May
AED 195
June
AED 177
July
AED 191
August
AED 186
September
AED 173
October
AED 194
November
AED 199
December
AED 209
What car do most people hire in Japan?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Japan are the following: Mini cars (Suzuki Swift or similar), Economy cars (Honda Fit or similar), and Passenger van cars (Mazda Biante or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Japan?
Toyota Rent a Car has 1,494 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 890.
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 16 October 2025.
Toyota Rent a Car
1494 locations
ORIX Rent a Car
4 reviews•890 locations
Hertz
19 reviews•224 locations
Nippon Rent-A-Car
1 review•805 locations
Alamo
16 reviews•111 locations
Nissan Rent-A-Car
23 reviews•526 locations
Budget
8 reviews•92 locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
5 reviews•110 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 16 October 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?
The most popular car hire company at Japan is Times. With prices on COMPACT starting at AED 122/day about 456% more people book with Times than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At AED 136/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Tokyo. On average, Tokyo has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 165/day), which is 0% below average price for cities in Japan.
What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?
Cars travel on the left side of the road in Japan.