Car Hire Japan

Compare Top Car Hire Companies for Japan

  • EuropCar EuropCar
  • Avis Avis

Why book Japan car hire with VIP Cars?

All Inclusive Pricing

Hire a car in Japan with pricing inclusive of CDW, Theft Waiver & Unlimited Mileage.

Trusted Car Hire Companies

Leading car hire suppliers in Japan - EuropCar, Avis

Lowest Prices Guaranteed

Huge savings on Japan Car Hire Deals

No Cancellation Fee

VIP Cars offers free cancellation for car hire in Japan

Secure Online Booking

Reserve a car for Japan through a secure booking platform

Widest Fleet of Cars

Choose from Economy, Minivan, SUV & Luxury car hire deals for Japan

Find Cheap Car Rental Deals in Japan

Economy

Mazda 2 or similar

  • 4
  • 1
  • 4
Mazda 2

USD 30.85/day

Tokyo Narita Airport

Compact

Nissan Note or similar

  • 4
  • 2
  • 4
Nissan Note

USD 31/day

Tokyo Narita Airport

Mini

Honda N-Box or similar

  • 4
  • 1
  • 4
Honda N-Box

USD 34.99/day

Osaka Kansai Airport

Fullsize

Volvo S60 or similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
Volvo S60

USD 46.28/day

Osaka Kansai Airport

Standard/Intermediate

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports or similar

  • 5
  • 5
  • 5
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports

USD 49.23/day

Tokyo Higashiueno

SUV

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or similar

  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

USD 52.63/day

Sapporo Chitose Airport

Van/Minivan

Toyota Sienta or similar

  • 6
  • 2
  • 5
Toyota Sienta

USD 56.2/day

Tokyo Narita Airport

Luxury/Premium

BMW 3 Series or similar

  • 5
  • 2
  • 4
BMW 3 Series

USD 56.76/day

Tokyo Narita Airport

Prices are on per day basis and are subject to change without notice.

Best Car Rental Companies in Japan

Alamo

9.4 Very Good 100+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.6
Car Condition 9.4
Value for Money 9.4
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.2
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.4
Yesaway

8.8 Very Good 100+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 8.4
Car Condition 8.2
Value for Money 8.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.4
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.8
Europcar

9.4 Very Good 100+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.4
Car Condition 9.6
Value for Money 9.2
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.4
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 9.4
Enterprise

9.4 Very Good 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 9.4
Car Condition 9.2
Value for Money 8.8
Locating Supplier’s desk 9.2
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0
Times Car Rental

9.8 Very Good 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 10.0
Car Condition 9.0
Value for Money 10.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 10.0
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0
Avis

10.0 Excellent 50+ reviews

Staff Friendliness 10.0
Car Condition 10.0
Value for Money 10.0
Locating Supplier’s desk 10.0
Ease of Pick-up & Drop-off 10.0

Car Hire Japan

Car Hire Japan

Popular as the 'Land of the Rising Sun' and a country where the past meets the future, Japan is an island country located in East Asia and comprises 6,852 islands. From skyscrapers, ancient architecture, Japanese temples, mountain tops, beautiful gardens, and landscapes to Sushi, Japan is a country with so much to see, do and explore.

Rent a car in Japan with VIPCars and explore this island nation at your own pace. We offer affordable car rental deals in Japan from leading suppliers like Europcar and Avis. Our partner car rental brands provide inclusions like Collision Damage Waiver, Unlimited Mileage, etc. Contact our 24/7 customer support for any queries regarding a car rental in Japan.

Book your cheap car rental in Japan now!

Popular Places in Japan

While the capital city Tokyo is modern with high-rise buildings and financial offices, cities like Hiroshima and Nagasaki are world famous for witnessing the World War and Atomic Bomb attacks. Sapporo gives you a snow festival while a city like Nara introduces travelers to many historical buildings and Buddhist shrines. The endless list of places to see in Japan also includes the popular snow-topped volcano Mount Fuji, Yakushima, Dewa Sanzan, and many more. A country like Japan is best covered when you have a car to drive around and explore local attractions on your own.

Tips for a Car Rental in Japan

  • Book your rental car in Japan in advance to avail the lowest prices.
  • Read the “Rental Terms” carefully to avoid any confusion later.
  • Economy cars are the most sought-after in Japan.
  • Rent a navigation system as an “Extra” for a smooth and comfortable traveling experience.

Popular Rental Car Categories in Japan

  • Economy
  • Compact
  • Van/Minivan
  • Luxury

Frequently Asked Questions

Car rental prices in Japan start from USD 30.85/day. To check the price of your desired car category, search for the preferred location on VIPCars’ search page. 

EuropCar, Avis are some of the most popular suppliers in Japan.

Yes, you can rent a car for a month or longer in Japan through VIPCars. We work with multiple suppliers to offer flexible long-term car rental deals for various durations, whether you need it for 1 month, 2 months, 3–6 months, or even longer.

To rent a car in Japan, you must have the following documents:

  1. ID proof (preferably a Passport/National ID)
  2. A valid and complete Driver’s License (DL)
  3. A credit card in the main driver’s name
  4. Rental Booking Confirmation Voucher
  5. International Driving Permit (IDP), especially if your home country DL is not printed in the Roman alphabet

Read the Rental Terms and Confirmation Voucher carefully to check for any additional requirements by the supplier. 

The minimum age to rent a car in Japan is 21. A Young Driver Surcharge will apply to drivers under the age of 25. The age requirements may vary depending on vehicle model and rental company, so read the Rental Terms carefully before booking.

Yes, you can book a one way car rental in Japan easily through VIP Cars. While filling in your rental details in the search box, click on the ‘Different Drop-off Location’ button to compare one-way deals and book at the best possible price

Car Hire Locations in Japan