Car hire in Japan
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£27/day
4 Jun - 27 Jun£29/day
4 Jun - 27 Jun£31/day
26 May - 4 Jun£31/day
17 May - 7 Jun£32/day
26 May - 4 Jun£33/day
6 May - 3 Jun£34/day
10 May - 17 May£36/day
7 Jun - 20 Jun£36/day
1 Jun - 14 JunCar hire insight and trends in Japan
Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Japan
What is the cheapest car hire agency in Japan?
Crq-carrent tends to have the cheapest cars for hire in Japan. Users can often find prices for as low as £21/day when booking through Crq-carrent. You are more likely to find car hire deals through Crq-carrent for less than the average national price of £46/day. These prices may be different depending on the type of car you hire and the city you hire it in.
What car hire company in Japan has the most locations?
Toyota Rent a Car is the car hire company in Japan that currently has the most locations. With 1,491 car hire centres across the country, you should have no issue finding one of their locations at your destination. Toyota Rent a Car tends to have locations in the top must-see cities across Japan. Tokyo, for example, has 67 Toyota Rent a Car locations.
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Find the car hire in Japan that's right for you
Small cars | £40 - £54 | |
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All Car Types | £59 - £69 |
The average price of a small car hire in Japan is £48. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Japan is in January. The price is 17% lower than the rest of the year at just £40 per day. A small car rental is typically 25% 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.
The average price of a medium car hire in Japan is £67. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Japan is in February. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just £58 per day. A medium car rental is typically 5% more 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 medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Japan is £93. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Japan is in October. The price is 10% lower than the rest of the year at just £85 per day. A large car rental is typically 32% more 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.
The average price of a SUV hire in Japan is £60. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Japan is in February. The price is 14% lower than the rest of the year at just £53 per day. A SUV rental is typically 5% 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 SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Japan is £85. The cheapest time to hire a van in Japan is in May. The price is 19% lower than the rest of the year at just £69 per day. A van rental is typically 25% more 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 van hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car hire in Japan is £123. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Japan is in April. The price is 22% lower than the rest of the year at just £97 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 48% more 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.
£27/day
4 Jun - 27 Jun£29/day
4 Jun - 27 Jun£31/day
26 May - 4 JunJapan car hire directory
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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?
Whether you hire or own a car in Japan, you are required by law to drive on the left. Keep in mind that if you do not feel comfortable driving on this side of the road, you can always call a taxi or opt for a ride share.
How good are the roads in Japan?
As of 2019, Japan ranked 8 out of 137 countries for road quality. Japan received a road quality score of 6, which is based on a scale of 1 to 7, with 7 being the best possible score.
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 1.43 mg/l. However, some regions or cities within Japan might have different BAC limits, so it’s important to do your research before you travel. Note that the legal drinking age in Japan is 20. Steeper penalties will be given to those driving a vehicle who are under the legal drinking age.
How much does petrol cost in Japan?
As of last week, the average price of petrol in Japan was £0.86 per litre. If you’re looking to hire a car on a budget, consider a country with lower fuel prices such as Kuwait which has an average price of £0.26 per litre. Hong Kong is another great country to visit if you aren’t worried about petrol prices, which tend to be around £2.47 per litre as of last week.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Japan?
Prices for cars in Japan were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Japan?
As of April 2025, there are 6,599 operators available to choose from for cars in Japan.
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 rental company you're considering before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Japan?
To rent a car in Japan, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental 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 helps you find the best car hire deal in Japan by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Japan with free cancellation?
Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car hire in Japan which offer free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Japan on momondo?
Fair fuel policies are specifically available to select on momondo, allowing you to refine your search for car hire in Japan.
Can I find a car hire in Japan which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Japan on momondo.
Can I search for car hire in Japan with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in Japan.