Cheap Car Rentals in Japan from $12
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 8/18 and drop-off date of 8/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental.
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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 July 28, 2026.
Most popular company | Yesaway |
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Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $55 |
Cheapest price per day | $12 |
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 $39. Data was last updated on July 28, 2026.
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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?
To get the best deal on a rental car in Japan, book about 6 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $44, which is about 18% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the cheapest rental car company in Japan?
IX Rental is currently the cheapest rental car company in Japan with deals as low as $15.68/day found in the past two weeks. Easy Car is another inexpensive option with rates as low as $20.23/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Japan?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is November where you can expect to pay $47/day on average. The most expensive month to rent a car in Japan is February ($60/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
$55
February
$60
March
$56
April
$49
May
$54
June
$50
July
$56
August
$52
September
$52
October
$49
November
$47
December
$53
What car do most people rent in Japan?
Economy rentals (Class Economy Car or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Japan. Mini rentals (Class Mini Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact rentals (Class Compact Car or similar).
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 46 pickup locations in Japan to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on July 28, 2026.
Among the most popular cities in Japan, Osaka offers the lowest average rental price at just $20/day. Other affordable options include Tokyo ($26/day), Okinawa ($27/day), and Fukuoka ($27/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 July 28, 2026.
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Avis
26 reviews•35 locations
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Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.4
Pick-up/drop-off
8.3
Value
8.5
Recent reviews
10.0
|Sep 2024Had a Toyota Yaris petrol. Very pleased with the vehicle package. Very economical at around 5l/100km (your mileage may vary depending on how much of a lead-foot you are! ) Sized just right for the two of us and all our luggage for 5 week trip. Nice car. Good experience. Highly recommended.
10.0
|Aug 2023That is good, pick up very fast, and I was delayed for my flight, and they helped me to extend the pickup and drop-off time, excellent service.
8.0
|Aug 2023Drop off experience. Friendly and nice staff. Pickup experience is just fair. I was told repeatedly that the car is okay.
10.0
|Jul 2023Great service, staff is very nice and helpful, car is clean and new.
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Fuji Corporation Lucky Rental Car
2 locations
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Trip renta car
1 location
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Delta Rental Car
1 location
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UTO Rental Car
1 location
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Worldnet
3 locations
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KS Rental Car
1 location
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FLOW DRIVE
2 locations
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Japan, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on July 28, 2026.
What is the most popular car rental provider in Japan?
The most popular rental car company in Japan is Alamo. With prices on ECONOMY starting at $42/day about 93% more people book with Alamo than other companies in the country.
What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Japan?
At $34/day, the cheapest car rental price in Japan was found in Osaka. On average, Fukuoka has the cheapest daily rental car price ($48/day), which is 25% below average price for cities in Japan.
What side of the road do you drive on in Japan?
In Japan, drivers are expected to maintain the lane(s) 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 July 28, 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 ($20+).
Gas/Diesel
$20+
Hybrid
$25+
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