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Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from AED 114
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 15 September 2025.
Most popular company | BE KOBE Car Rental |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Compact |
Average price per day | AED 218 |
Cheapest price per day | AED 114 |
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 15 September 2025.
small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Japan this past week from 6,671 hire locations out of 186 hire agencies. Prices for a Japan small car hire start from AED 114/day. Check out available deals for 4 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:
Economy
AED 114+
Compact
AED 114+
Intermediate
AED 264+
Standard
AED 265+
People carrier
AED 272+
Mini
AED 160+
Passenger van
AED 200+
Intermediate SUV
AED 174+
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:
Kia RioAED 114/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 250. Data was last updated on 15 September 2025.
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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 70 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 178/day on average when booked 70 days ahead, which saves you 234% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Japan?
Looking to hire a car in Japan? BE KOBE Car Rental had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only AED 61.01/day. Times also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 122.42/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan?
Planning to hire a car in Japan? June is the cheapest month, costing about AED 177 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 205
February
AED 201
March
AED 191
April
AED 205
May
AED 195
June
AED 177
July
AED 191
August
AED 187
September
AED 182
October
AED 202
November
AED 202
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), Passenger van cars (Mazda Biante or similar), and Economy cars (Honda Fit 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 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 4,250 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 September 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 15 September 2025.
Toyota Rent a Car
1494 locations
ORIX Rent a Car
4 reviews•887 locations
Hertz
18 reviews•224 locations
Alamo
16 reviews•111 locations
Nippon Rent-A-Car
1 review•806 locations
Nissan Rent-A-Car
23 reviews•528 locations
Budget
8 reviews•90 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 15 September 2025.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?
The most popular car hire company at Japan is ORIX Rent a Car. With prices on MINI starting at AED 208/day about 158% more people book with ORIX Rent a Car than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At AED 61/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Osaka. On average, Osaka has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 143/day), which is 28% 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.