Car rental in Japan
Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rentals in Japan
Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more
Find Japan car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change
Japan car rental at a glance
| Most popular rental company | Nissan Rent a Car |
|---|---|
| Most popular car | Small |
| Pick-up points | 302, Tokyo is most popular |
| Cheapest price found | $31 per day, Okinawa |
| Cheapest month | May |
| Best time to book | 2 weeks before |
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Airports in Japan
If you’re flying to Japan, it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.
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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Japan
The cheapest month to rent a car in Japan is May, when the average cost per day is $56. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is March, when the average cost per day is $61. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Japan is August.Explore Japan
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Car rental in Japan: FAQs
Getting the cheapest car rental in Japan
Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.Pick the right ride
Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Japan is Small.
Compare across companies
The most popular companies in Japan are Nissan Rent a Car, Times, and HM Rent-a-Car. The cheapest company we've found is ククルレンタカー. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.
Get your timing right
It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 2 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $31 a day and $29 a week.
Be flexible
Not sure where in Japan you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Japan. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Japan is Tokyo. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Okinawa.
Rent a car long-term in Japan
Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.
Save on fuel
You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Japan with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.
