Car hire in Tokyo, Japan

On average, hiring a car in Tokyo will set you back around 1.733 kr. per day or 9.689 kr. per week. 

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tokyo is currently September.

On average, around 9.689 kr.. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Tokyo is 515 kr..

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Tokyo for a whole month is 14.980 kr.. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

If you're looking for freedom to explore Tokyo, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Tokyo that have free cancellation. 

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Tokyo.

Most places – Tokyo included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Asuka Rental Car, HM Rent-a-Car and IX Rental offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

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