Japan

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 19/12 and drop-off date of 31/12. 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 5 November 2025.

Most popular company

Times

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

AED 152

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 5 November 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Japan this past week from 6,682 hire locations out of 190 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

Economy

AED 114+

Compact

Compact

AED 114+

Intermediate

Intermediate

AED 228+

Standard

Standard

AED 240+

People carrier

People carrier

AED 460+

Mini

Mini

AED 166+

Passenger van

Passenger van

AED 271+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

AED 253+

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 114/day
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Ford Fiesta
Audi A3AED 114/day
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Fiat 500AED 166/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 263. Data was last updated on 5 November 2025.
Ford FiestaAED 114/day
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Ford Fiesta
Audi A3AED 114/day
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Audi A3
Fiat 500AED 166/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 13 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around AED 174/day on average when booked 13 days ahead, which saves you 232% 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 78.66/day. Budget also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at AED 99.60/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, April is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of AED 206. 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 200

February

AED 201

March

AED 193

April

AED 206

May

AED 195

June

AED 177

July

AED 191

August

AED 186

September

AED 173

October

AED 188

November

AED 192

December

AED 206

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 1,495 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. ORIX Rent a Car has the second-highest number of locations in Japan at 890.

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 4,254 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 5 November 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 5 November 2025.

Toyota Rent a Car

1495 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews890 locations

Hertz

8.5
Very Good
19 reviews223 locations

Alamo

8.5
Very Good
16 reviews111 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very Good
1 review806 locations

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
23 reviews526 locations

Budget

7.9
Good
8 reviews93 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
5 reviews110 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 5 November 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?

    The most popular car hire company at Japan is Times. With prices on ECONOMY starting at AED 103/day about 317% 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 146/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Tokyo. On average, Tokyo has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 169/day), which is 37% 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.

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