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Tokyo, Japan
16 May — 23 May
Tokyo, Japan
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Best deals found for Japan car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Japan
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£29/day

29 Jul - 9 Aug
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i10
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£32/day

11 Jul - 18 Jul
Hyundai i10
Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£32/day

11 Jul - 18 Jul
Kia Picanto
Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£33/day

5 Jun - 11 Jun
Opel Corsa
Ford Ka
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£34/day

2 Jun - 17 Jun
Ford Ka
Volkswagen Golf
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£34/day

15 May - 2 Jun
Volkswagen Golf
Toyota Aygo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£34/day

7 Jun - 14 Jun
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£34/day

5 Jun - 11 Jun
Toyota Aygo
Fiat 500
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£35/day

5 Jun - 9 Jun
Fiat 500

Japan car hire deals found on momondo

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Small cars

£42 - £56

All Car Types

£57 - £74

The average price of a small car hire in Japan is £46. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Japan is in May. The price is 11% lower than the rest of the year at just £42 per day. A small car rental is typically 28% 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 £72. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Japan is in February. The price is 6% lower than the rest of the year at just £68 per day. A medium car rental is typically 10% 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 £110. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Japan is in April. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just £89 per day. A large car rental is typically 42% 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 £72. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Japan is in February. The price is 9% lower than the rest of the year at just £66 per day. A SUV rental is typically 10% 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 SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Japan is £89. The cheapest time to hire a van in Japan is in February. The price is 13% lower than the rest of the year at just £78 per day. A van rental is typically 27% 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 £72. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Japan is in May. The price is 54% lower than the rest of the year at just £111 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 10% 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.

Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£29/day

29 Jul - 9 Aug
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai i10
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£32/day

11 Jul - 18 Jul
Hyundai i10
Kia Picanto
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£32/day

11 Jul - 18 Jul
Kia Picanto

Car 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?

Europcar tends to have the cheapest cars for hire in Japan. Users can often find prices for as low as £33/day when booking through Europcar. You are more likely to find car hire deals through Europcar for less than the average national price of £48/day. These prices may be different depending on the type of car you hire and the city you hire it in.

What is the most popular car hire agency in Japan?

At the moment, the most popular car hire company in Japan is Europcar. 2 users have given Europcar an average review score of 6.0 out of 10 for their customer service and high-quality rental cars. In the past month, 49% of users selected Europcar for their car hire while visiting Japan.

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 1,492 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.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in Japan?

A Economy is the most popular type of car hire for those travelling to Japan. According to our data, 39% of our users preferred a Economy over any other car type. This may be due to the activities they have planned and what the weather conditions are like in their destination city. When renting a Economy in Japan, you can expect to pay £49 per day on average.

Japan car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Japan

Toyota Rent a Car

1492 locations

ORIX Rent a Car

885 locations

Nippon Rent-A-Car

802 locations

Nissan Rent-A-Car

529 locations

Times

507 locations

keddy by Europcar

333 locations

Europcar

321 locations

Hertz

233 locations

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 £0.91 per litre. If you’re looking to hire a car on a budget, consider a country with lower fuel prices such as Egypt which has an average price of £0.23 per litre. Hong Kong is another great country to visit if you aren’t worried about petrol prices, which tend to be around £2.57 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.

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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.


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