Japan Car Rental Prices 2025

Renting a Car in Japan: Your 2025 Expert Guide to Prices and Vehicles

Driving in Japan offers an unparalleled sense of freedom, allowing you to explore the country’s breathtaking landscapes and hidden gems far from the bustling rail stations. To help you plan your journey, this guide provides a comprehensive overview of the 2025 car rental market, breaking down key pricing factors and offering an extensive list of estimated costs for a wide variety of popular models.

What to Know Before You Book

Understanding these core elements will help you secure the best deal and avoid unexpected charges.

Booking in Advance: The golden rule for saving money on a rental car is to book well in advance. Last-minute reservations, especially during peak travel periods, can be significantly more expensive.
Seasonal Demand: Prices are highly seasonal. Expect to pay a premium during major travel times like Golden Week (late April/early May), Obon (mid-August), and the Cherry Blossom season (March/April).
Pick-up Location: Renting from a major airport like Tokyo Narita (NRT) or Osaka Kansai (KIX) is convenient, but it often includes additional fees and taxes. You might find better rates by picking up your car from a city-center office.
Vehicle Class: Japan has a unique class of ultra-compact “Kei” cars that are very popular and budget-friendly. These are perfect for navigating narrow city streets. Larger vehicles like SUVs and minivans are necessary for families or longer trips and will be more expensive.
Local Rules and Extra Fees: You’ll need an International Driving Permit to drive in Japan. You should also be aware of the expressway toll system, typically managed by an ETC card from the rental company. Other fees can include a surcharge for extra drivers, a young driver surcharge, and fees for GPS navigation.

Expanded Rental Price List for Japan (2025)

The following tables provide an extensive list of estimated daily and weekly rental prices in Euros (€) for a diverse range of popular car models. These prices are for general guidance, converted from Japanese Yen (JPY), and can fluctuate based on the factors mentioned above, as well as the specific rental company and current exchange rates.

Kei Cars & Compacts

Car Model	Estimated Daily Price (€)	Estimated Weekly Price (€)
Suzuki Alto (Kei Car)	€25 – €35	€175 – €245
Honda N-Box (Kei Car)	€28 – €40	€196 – €280
Nissan March (Compact)	€30 – €42	€210 – €294
Toyota Yaris (Compact)	€32 – €45	€224 – €315
Mazda 2 (Compact)	€30 – €42	€210 – €294
Honda Fit (Compact)	€35 – €50	€245 – €350
Suzuki Swift (Compact)	€32 – €45	€224 – €315

Mid-size & Sedans

Car Model	Estimated Daily Price (€)	Estimated Weekly Price (€)
Toyota Corolla (Mid-size)	€45 – €60	€315 – €420
Honda Civic (Mid-size)	€48 – €65	€336 – €455
Nissan Sylphy (Mid-size)	€42 – €58	€294 – €406
Mazda 3 (Mid-size)	€45 – €60	€315 – €420
Toyota Camry (Full-size)	€55 – €75	€385 – €525
Nissan Altima (Full-size)	€58 – €80	€406 – €560
Subaru Legacy (Full-size)	€60 – €85	€420 – €595

SUVs & Minivans

Car Model	Estimated Daily Price (€)	Estimated Weekly Price (€)
Toyota C-HR (Compact SUV)	€60 – €85	€420 – €595
Honda HR-V (Compact SUV)	€62 – €88	€434 – €616
Nissan Rogue (Compact SUV)	€65 – €90	€455 – €630
Toyota RAV4 (SUV)	€75 – €100	€525 – €700
Mazda CX-5 (SUV)	€70 – €95	€490 – €665
Honda Odyssey (Minivan)	€85 – €120	€595 – €840
Nissan Serena (Minivan)	€80 – €110	€560 – €770

Premium, Luxury & Electric Vehicles

Car Model	Estimated Daily Price (€)	Estimated Weekly Price (€)
Lexus IS (Premium Sedan)	€90 – €130	€630 – €910
Toyota Crown (Luxury Sedan)	€100 – €140	€700 – €980
Nissan Skyline (Premium Sedan)	€95 – €135	€665 – €945
Toyota Prius (Hybrid)	€40 – €55	€280 – €385
Honda Insight (Hybrid)	€42 – €58	€294 – €406
Tesla Model 3 (Electric)	€120 – €170	€840 – €1,190
Porsche Macan (Luxury SUV)	€160 – €230	€1,120 – €1,610