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Explore Japan with Ease:  Car Rental Services from Rhino Car Hire

Car Hire Japan

Planning a trip to Japan? With Rhino Car Hire, you can compare prices from trusted suppliers across the country and book online in minutes. Whether you’re exploring vibrant cities, mountain regions, coastlines, or traditional villages, hiring a car in Japan gives you total freedom to travel at your own pace.

✅ Cheap Japan car hire deals
✅ Pick up at airports and city locations
✅ Economy, SUV, hybrid, and family cars available
✅ No hidden fees – book online today

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Why Hire a Car in Japan?

  • Explore Beyond the Cities – Discover countryside, mountains, and rural regions
  • Flexible Travel – Ideal for scenic road trips and regional exploration
  • Modern Roads – Excellent infrastructure and motorway network
  • Great Value – Compare trusted suppliers and secure the best rates

Popular Car Hire Locations in Japan

  • Tokyo: Japan’s capital and largest city
  • Osaka: Gateway to Kansai region and Kyoto
  • Nagoya: Central Japan and nearby mountain regions
  • Gifu: Historic countryside and traditional villages
  • Sapporo: Access to Hokkaido and winter scenery
  • Okinawa: Beaches and subtropical island driving

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Driving in Japan – Quick Guide

  • Drive on the left – Same as the UK
  • Roads: Modern, safe, and well maintained
  • Motorways: Extensive toll road network
  • Traffic: Heavy in major cities, lighter in rural regions
  • Parking: Widely available but can be expensive in city centres

Top Places to Visit by Car

  • Mount Fuji Region: Scenic lakes and mountain drives
  • Kyoto: Temples, gardens, and historic districts
  • Hokkaido: National parks and winter landscapes
  • Okinawa: Coastal roads and beaches
  • Shirakawa-go: Traditional mountain village in central Japan

Did You Know? – Japan Car Hire

  • 🚄 Japan is famous for its high-speed bullet trains, but rural areas are best explored by car
  • 🏔️ Around 70% of Japan is mountainous
  • 🌸 Japan experiences spectacular cherry blossom seasons in spring

Travelling by Air?

👉 Car Hire Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) – Main international gateway
👉 Car Hire Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) – Gateway to western Japan
👉 Car Hire Nagoya Airport (NGO) – Access to central Japan and Gifu


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Cheapest car hire in Japan

Toyota N-Box

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 41.55 EUR/day
Toyota N-Box

7 Days rental at 290.86 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota N-Box

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 41.55 EUR/day
Toyota N-Box

7 Days rental at 290.86 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota N-Box

4 Adults, 3 Doors

From 41.55 EUR/day
Toyota N-Box

7 Days rental at 290.86 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 36.30 EUR/day
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

7 Days rental at 254.11 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 36.30 EUR/day
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

7 Days rental at 254.11 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 36.30 EUR/day
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

7 Days rental at 254.11 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mazda Demio

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 26.54 EUR/day
Mazda Demio

7 Days rental at 185.84 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mazda Demio

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 26.54 EUR/day
Mazda Demio

7 Days rental at 185.84 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Mazda Demio

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 26.54 EUR/day
Mazda Demio

7 Days rental at 185.84 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Alphard

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 64.84 EUR/day
Toyota Alphard

7 Days rental at 453.90 EUR from 20/07/2026

  1 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Alphard

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 69.70 EUR/day
Toyota Alphard

7 Days rental at 487.95 EUR from 20/07/2026

  1 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Alphard

7 Adults, 5 Doors

From 69.70 EUR/day
Toyota Alphard

7 Days rental at 487.95 EUR from 20/07/2026

  1 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Sienta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 33.59 EUR/day
Toyota Sienta

7 Days rental at 235.14 EUR from 20/07/2026

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Sienta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 33.59 EUR/day
Toyota Sienta

7 Days rental at 235.14 EUR from 20/07/2026

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Sienta

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 33.59 EUR/day
Toyota Sienta

7 Days rental at 235.14 EUR from 20/07/2026

  5 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Note e-Power

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 63.71 EUR/day
Nissan Note e-Power

7 Days rental at 445.98 EUR from 22/06/2026

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Note e-Power

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 60.97 EUR/day
Nissan Note e-Power

7 Days rental at 426.82 EUR from 23/03/2026

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Note e-Power

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 63.71 EUR/day
Nissan Note e-Power

7 Days rental at 445.98 EUR from 22/06/2026

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Aqua

4 Adults, 4 Doors

From 42.61 EUR/day
Toyota Aqua

7 Days rental at 298.29 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Aqua

4 Adults, 4 Doors

From 42.61 EUR/day
Toyota Aqua

7 Days rental at 298.29 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Aqua

4 Adults, 4 Doors

From 42.61 EUR/day
Toyota Aqua

7 Days rental at 298.29 EUR from 20/07/2026

  2 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Top tips when hiring a car in Japan

  • Tokyo Exploration: Drive through Japan’s bustling capital to experience its dynamic culture, shopping, and dining.
  • Kyoto’s Historic Sites: Visit Kyoto with your rental car and explore its over a thousand years of history, including countless temples and shrines.
  • Mount Fuji: Take a scenic drive to one of Japan’s most iconic sights, ideal for hiking or enjoying the breathtaking views.
  • Nara Park: Journey to Nara and mingle with the friendly free-roaming deer, a short drive from Osaka.
  • Hokkaido Road Trip: Explore the vast landscapes of Hokkaido, perfect for experiencing Japan’s natural beauty and wildlife.
 

Popular car hire destinations in Japan

  • Tokyo: Bustling metropolis 
  • Kyoto: Known for its numerous temples, gardens
  • Osaka: Famous for its street food, vibrant nightlife, and landmarks like Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
  • Hiroshima: Site of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum
  • Hokkaido: Japan's northernmost island
  • Mount Fuji: Iconic symbol of Japan

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Japan

  •  

    L

    Road Driving Side

  •  

    30-50kph

    Urban speed Limit

  •  

    80kph

    Rural Speed Limit

  •  

    100kph

    Motorway Speed Limit

  •  

    JPY  122.48/Ltr

    Current Petrol Price

  •  

    0mg

    Drink Drive Limit

  •  

    JPY

    Currency

  •  

    YES

    Tolls

  •  

    21

    Min Rental Age

    18

    Min Driving Age

  •  

    Front and Rear

    Seatbelts

  •  

    Fixed and Mobile

    Speed Cameras

  •  

    Hands Free Only

    Mobile Phones

Compare car rental agents in Japan

Rental Agent
Locations
Rating (/10)
Customer Reviews
Mini (€/day)
Compact (€/day)
Intermediate (€/day)
Standard (€/day)
 Yesaway
12
9.1/10
168
€
€ 45.56
€ 52.12
€
 Times
152
8.9/10
5,080
€
€ 36.30
€ 33.59
€ 75.85
 Avis
20
8.3/10
170
€ 51.79
€ 42.14
€ 56.19
€

Car rental agent statistics in Japan

  • Highest Rated Agent Icon
    9.1/10
    Highest rated agent:
    YESAWAY
  • Lowest Rated Agent Icon
    8.3/10
    Lowest rated agent:
    AVIS
  • Total Number of Reviews Icon
    5,418
    Total number of reviews in
    Japan
  • Most Locations Icon
    97
    Most Locations in Japan:
    ALAMO
  • Average Wait Time Icon
    24
    Average wait time
    (Min.)
  • Total Rental Companies Icon
    13
    Total rental companies
     

Average prices per day for car hire in Japan

ItemPercent
January€ 74
February€ 74
March€ 75
April€ 73
May€ 74
June€ 74
July€ 85
August€ 85
September€ 73
October€ 73
November€ 73
December€ 75
ItemPercent
January€ 59
February€ 61
March€ 61
April€ 61
May€ 62
June€ 59
July€ 63
August€ 64
September€ 58
October€ 59
November€ 62
December€ 61
ItemPercent
January€ 106
February€ 112
March€ 116
April€ 115
May€ 108
June€ 118
July€ 128
August€ 126
September€ 106
October€ 106
November€ 105
December€ 112
ItemPercent
January€ 94
February€ 98
March€ 101
April€ 90
May€ 98
June€ 92
July€ 107
August€ 103
September€ 94
October€ 96
November€ 97
December€ 96
ItemPercent
January€ 135
February€ 158
March€ 154
April€ 158
May€ 152
June€ 157
July€ 173
August€ 180
September€ 160
October€ 176
November€ 163
December€ 222
ItemPercent
January€ 59
February€ 59
March€ 58
April€ 59
May€ 60
June€ 59
July€ 67
August€ 68
September€ 60
October€ 60
November€ 61
December€ 60
ItemPercent
January€ 109
February€ 107
March€ 107
April€ 104
May€ 112
June€ 110
July€ 110
August€ 118
September€ 106
October€ 107
November€ 110
December€ 110
ItemPercent
January€ 78
February€ 83
March€ 73
April€ 74
May€ 67
June€ 69
July€ 76
August€ 70
September€ 68
October€ 69
November€ 69
December€ 85

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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

Fuel prices in Japan

DieselUnleaded
Jun , 2025

€ 0.93

€ 1.05

Jul , 2025

€ 0.90

€ 1.01

Aug , 2025

€ 0.89

€ 1.01

Sep , 2025

€ 0.89

€ 1.01

Oct , 2025

€ 0.88

€ 0.99

Nov , 2025

€ 0.86

€ 0.97

Dec , 2025

€ 0.81

€ 0.90

Jan , 2026

€ 0.79

€ 0.85

Feb , 2026

€ 0.78

€ 0.84

Mar , 2026

€ 0.80

€ 0.86

Apr , 2026

€ 0.84

€ 0.89

May , 2026

€ 0.86

€ 0.92

Month, YearDiesel €/ltrUnleaded €/ltr
May , 2026 0.86 0.92
Apr , 2026 0.84 0.89
Mar , 2026 0.80 0.86
Feb , 2026 0.78 0.84
Jan , 2026 0.79 0.85
Dec , 2025 0.81 0.90
Nov , 2025 0.86 0.97
Oct , 2025 0.88 0.99
Sep , 2025 0.89 1.01
Aug , 2025 0.89 1.01
Jul , 2025 0.90 1.01
Jun , 2025 0.93 1.05

Car rental price statistics in Japan

  • Average Price Icon
    € 185.78
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • Highest Daily Price Icon
    € 223.13
    Highest daily price:
    Toyota Alphard
  • Total Vehicles Icon
    1,945
    Total cars available
     
  • Most Popular Car Model Icon
    283
    Most popular model:
    Toyota Sienta
  • Locations with Most Cars Icon
    47
    Location with most cars:
    Narita International Airport
  • Cheapest Daily Price Icon
    € 26.5 per day
    Cheapest daily price:
    TIMES - Nagasaki - Airport
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Other Car Hire Locations in Japan

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Fukuoka
Fukuoka
€46.4
 
 
Economy 3 5 2 from €46.4 /day
Compact 3 5 3 from €56.0 /day
Mini 5 4 2 from €49.1/day
Osaka
Osaka
€51.6
 
 
Mini 5 4 2 from €58.4 /day
Compact 3 5 3 from €62.1 /day
Economy 3 5 2 from €51.6/day
Yokohama
Yokohama
€58.4
 
 
Mini 5 4 2 from €58.4 /day
Compact 5 5 3 from €70.8 /day
Economy 3 5 2 from €63.5/day
Tokyo
Tokyo
€51.6
 
 
Economy 3 5 2 from €51.6 /day
Estate 5 5 5 from €87.9 /day
Compact 3 5 3 from €62.1/day