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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 12 January 2025.
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 5,104 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 January 2025.
Price
AED 364 - AED 399
What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Japan?
Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Japan and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 12 January 2025.
January
AED 216
February
AED 213
March
AED 213
April
AED 213
May
AED 213
June
AED 202
July
AED 209
August
AED 224
September
AED 205
October
AED 224
November
AED 216
December
AED 238
Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is June. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.
Compare available car types for rental in Japan
Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Japan to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 12 January 2025.
Small cars
AED 175 - AED 259
All Car Types
AED 219 - AED 357
To rent a small car in Japan, you would pay an average price of AED 214/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Japan (~AED 175/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~AED 259/day). In fact, February is about 19% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a small car saves you 27% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a medium car in Japan, you would pay an average price of AED 356/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Japan (~AED 243/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~AED 556/day). In fact, August is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a medium car is 18% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a large car in Japan, you would pay an average price of AED 252/day. October is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Japan (~AED 320/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~AED 762/day). In fact, October is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a large car saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a SUV in Japan, you would pay an average price of AED 275/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Japan (~AED 265/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~AED 490/day). In fact, August is about 4% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a SUV saves you 7% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
To rent a van in Japan, you would pay an average price of AED 408/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a van in Japan (~AED 250/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is November (~AED 624/day). In fact, May is about 39% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Japan. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Japan, renting a van is 28% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.
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 12 January 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Japan, including those serving the greater Osaka, Tokyo and Fukuoka area. Helpful information on each car rental agency is available, including reviews, pricing, pickup location, and more.
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 January 2025.
Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Japan?
Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, KS Rental Car (10.0 rating), Toyota Rent a Car (10.0 rating) and ORIX Rent a Car (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Japan.
What is the most popular car hire provider in Japan?
The most popular car hire company at Japan is Europcar. With prices on ECONOMY starting at AED 149/day about 157% more people book with Europcar than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At AED 157/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Tokyo. On average, Tokyo has the cheapest daily rental car price (AED 364/day), which is 5% 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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