Cheap Car Hire in Japan from just €40

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Best deals found for Japan car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Japan

Volkswagen Polo

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

€40/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

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Ford Fiesta

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

€44/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

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Volkswagen Golf

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

€48/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

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Volkswagen Golf

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

€52/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

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Peugeot 108

or similar Mini

Up to 2 passengers

4-door vehicles

€52/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

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Renault Mégane Estate

or similar Intermediate estate car

Up to 5 passengers

€61/day

10 Jun - 17 Jun

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Renault Zoe

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

€66/day

10 Jun - 17 Jun

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Nissan Qashqai

or similar Intermediate SUV

Up to 5 passengers

€67/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

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Citroen C4 Picasso

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

€67/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

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Car hire insight and trends in Japan

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Japan

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Other Information

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Japan?

Crq-carrent is the most affordable car hire agency in Japan, with prices found for as low as €23 per day in some areas of the country. Comparatively, the average price to rent a car in Japan is €62 per day.

What is the most popular car hire agency in Japan?

The most popular car hire company in Japan is Europcar. This agency currently has 1 review, with an average customer satisfaction score of 10.0 out of 10. 40% of momondo users recently selected Europcar as their rental car company of choice for their travels in Japan.

What car hire company in Japan has the most locations?

Toyota Rent a Car has the most car hire locations across Japan. The company has 1,491 locations, many of which can be found in airports and city centres. If you haven’t chosen a city to travel to within Japan, consider Fukuoka, which is the most popular destination in the country. Here you will find that Toyota Rent a Car has 24 locations throughout the area.

Japan car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Japan that's right for you

	Small cars	€32 - €64
	All Car Types	€32 - €78

The average price of a small car hire in Japan is €29. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Japan is in August. The price is 10% lower than the rest of the year at just €32 per day. A small car rental is typically 7% less expensive than the average rental car in Japan. The average price of a car hire in Japan can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Japan small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

Volkswagen Polo

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

€40/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

See offer

Ford Fiesta

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

€44/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

See offer

Volkswagen Golf

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

€48/day

1 Jun - 22 Jun

See offer

Japan car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Japan

Toyota Rent a Car

1491 locations

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Toyota Rent a Car Locations in Japan

ORIX Rent a Car

10.0

Wonderful

4 reviews•886 locations

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ORIX Rent a Car Locations in Japan

Alamo

8.9

Very Good

16 reviews•112 locations

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Recent reviews

2.0

Poor|Sept 2023

I have international driver license and still can’t rent car. To many rules to rent car in Japan impossible.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Easy process to check in, there was a desk right out side of the arrives gate that a phone was on, called them and they sent a van to pick us up and take us to the rental store. Very friendly staff and everything was ready for us. Same when we returned the vehicle, they gave us a ride back to the airport terminal.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Outstanding customer service and support. Explained everything in detail and answered all of our questions professionally.

10.0

Wonderful|Dec 2022

Nippon rental handles everything. Japanese quality customer service so no issues at all. Clean and perfect condition vehicles. Highly recommend renting a car in Kyoto. Ample parking at all tourist attractions for a few. Parking is rarely free in Japan. However worth it.

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2022

Alamo desk very hard to find ...its handled by Nippon Rental Car...that was not clear on reservation form and nobody at airport heard of Alamo. A kind employee from another rental car agency showed me where to go. Also on web I booked Alamo because it was promised that i could pick up car right at airport and not take shuttle bus 10 minutes away. Thats not true...had to wait and take shuttle. So no merit to book Alamo,,,better to go with well known Japanese car rental firms

1 out of 6

Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.7

Very Good

23 reviews•530 locations

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Nissan Rent-A-Car Locations in Japan

Hertz

8.2

Very Good

18 reviews•226 locations

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Recent reviews

8.0

Very Good|Jul 2023

Overall satisfactory

8.0

Very Good|Jul 2023

Everything is fine, they give me a new hybrid van which is great, but the GPS in that new car have a very outdated version, many popular places such as Furano Marche , either search by name or phone number is “not available” . I have to use my cellphone’s Google map.

8.0

Very Good|May 2023

Fast pick up. Great little car and good on fuel. It would have been nice for the agent to tell us about the ECT in the vehicle for tolls. I know it's tough when you don't speak the mutual language so I think having a quick write up on it in English would be beneficial.

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Tout était parfait. Peut-être un peu plus d´explications sur l´usage du gps nous auraient été utiles.

10.0

Wonderful|Mar 2023

Very friendly and honest staffs.

1 out of 6

Budget

8.0

Very Good

7 reviews•87 locations

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Budget Locations in Japan

Europcar

7.7

Good

1 review•319 locations

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Europcar Locations in Japan

Nippon Rent-A-Car

7.0

Good

1 review•806 locations

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Nippon Rent-A-Car Locations in Japan

Car hire in Japan

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Japan so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

What side of the road do people in Japan drive on?

Drivers in Japan, including drivers visiting from foreign countries, are required to travel on the left. Keep in mind that driving on the opposite side can lead to both a traffic violation and serious accidents.

How good are the roads in Japan?

Japan has a road quality score of 6 on a scale of 1 to 7, where 1 is the lowest rated score. This puts Japan at 8 out of 137 countries for road conditions. You may find that depending on where you travel within Japan that the road quality will vary.

What is the drink driving limit in Japan?

The highest Blood Alcohol Concentration you can have in Japan while still legally able to operate a vehicle is 0.03%. However, some regions or cities within Japan might have different BAC limits, so it’s important to do your research before you travel. Keep in mind that you must also be at least 20 years of age to consume alcoholic beverages, and it is not recommended to operate a motor vehicle under the influence.

How much does petrol cost in Japan?

On average, the price of petrol last week in Japan was €1.01 per litre. According to our data, Japan has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at €0.30 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at €2.91 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Japan?

Prices for cars in Japan refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Japan?

The number of operators available for cars in Japan is 6,599 as of April 2025.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Japan?

Among different countries, including Japan, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Japan?

To hire a car in Japan, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Japan?

You should use momondo to book a car hire in Japan because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car hire prices and policies from thousands of car hire websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Japan?

momondo enables you to find the best car hire deal in Japan by providing useful filters to narrow your search. Filters include, but are not limited to: price, body type, rental company and specific policies that you may want.