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Tokyo car hire information

Pick-up locationTokyo
Car typesCompact, Economy, Intermediate, Mini, Passenger van, People mover, Standard
Hire locations460
Airport locations24
Popular agenciesTimes, Nissan Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Avis, ORIX Rent a Car

Cheap car hire in Tokyo

Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Tokyo

  • Think about hiring a car when visiting Tokyo and you’ll give yourself the opportunity to make day trips outside of the city centre. Cheap car hire in Tokyo will allow you the flexibility to travel along some of Japan’s scenic roads. Roughly an hour south of Tokyo, you can reach Kamakura, with its beautiful beaches and historical temples and shrines. In around 1h 30min, you can get to Lake Kawaguchi, west of Tokyo; not only will you have uninterrupted views of Mount Fuji, but you’ll also be able to enjoy a scenic drive along the side of Lake Sagami on the way.
  • When you consider Tokyo car hire, you should definitely read up on the drunk driving laws in Japan. The legal limit is 0.03% blood alcohol concentration, and the penalties can range from a large financial fine to years of imprisonment. You could also have your licence taken away. In addition to this, any passengers could also face fines for irresponsible behaviour. It is advisable to avoid drink-driving when you are in your hire car in Japan.
  • When driving in Tokyo, it is advisable to read up on the speed limits, road signs and road markings before you set out. You drive on the left-hand side of the road and cars turning left or going straight ahead have priority over those turning right. Take note that the stop signs are upside-down triangles that are red with white writing. If there is a solid yellow line in the middle of the road, you cannot overtake another car. The speed limits are typically 60 km/h in built-up areas and 100 km/h on expressways.
  • Travel at your own pace in Tokyo by picking up a hire car and avoid riding congested trains across town. Attractions outside of the city, such as Hakone National Park and Mount Fuji, can be enjoyed from more angles and viewpoints with a hire car, as public transport is directed only to central points that are flooded with tourists. Driving to Yokohama Sankeien Garden takes roughly 40min, while a connection of multiple trains requires 1h 10min (if connections are smooth).
  • Car hire counters are located on the 2nd Floor of Terminal 3 at Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), which is where all international flights arrive. Reception desks are also available on the 1st Floor of Terminal 1 and 2 for domestic arrivals, with footbridge access to the car parks. Offices for hire companies are found on the 1st Floors of Terminal 1 and 2 at Narita International Airport (NRT) and the vehicles are parked within walking distance.
  • An International Driving Permit must be obtained to hire a car in Japan. This must be acquired in your home country before leaving and can take several weeks to receive. There are many toll roads throughout Tokyo and it’s best to ensure your hire car is fitted with an Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) device to avoid having to stop at payment booths. If intersections simultaneously show a red light and green arrow, cars can turn in the direction of the arrow though they can not drive forwards through the intersection.
  • Tokyo experiences heavy congestion across the city between 07:00–09:00 and 17:00–19:00. Central business areas such as Marunouchi and Ginza have slow-moving traffic throughout the day and it is best to avoid driving through there if you can. Snow is common in Tokyo and if you’re visiting in the winter months, you should keep an eye out for road closures.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Tokyo for $74 or less
  • Book your car hire in Tokyo at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport car hire locations in Tokyo are around 14% cheaper than airport locations on average
  • Compact car hire in Tokyo are around -9% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Tokyo

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Tokyo?

    Due to traffic congestion and tight parking, Tokyo is perfectly suited to compact car models. Smaller makes can manoeuvre around corners easily and squeeze into gaps on the road. 4x4 hire cars with tyre chains are recommended if there is a heavy snow forecast and you are planning on leaving the CBD.

  • What’s the speed limit in Tokyo?

    The majority of urban streets throughout the city are set at 40 km/h. Dual carriageways range from 50–60 km/h and motorways (toll roads) have a maximum of 70 km/h.

  • Where are the best places to park in Tokyo?

    Metered parking limited to between 1–2h is available on most streets throughout Tokyo and costs roughly ¥ 200 (A$ 2.70) per 30min. DECKS Tokyo Beach has undercover, all-day parking available for about ¥ 1.500 (A$ 20). Shin-Tokyo Building Parking is in the centre of the city and offers 24h spaces for around ¥ 5.600 (A$ 75). On-street parking around Yoyogi Park is free on Sundays but you need to arrive in the morning to secure a spot.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Tokyo?

    On average a car hire in Tokyo costs $88 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Tokyo?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Hertz ($49/day), Nippon Rent-A-Car ($59/day) and Times ($67/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Hertz 2-17-7 Minamicho 185-0021 (26 kilometres from the city centre).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Tokyo?

    The average price of fuel in Tokyo is $6.50 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $78 and $104, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Tokyo?

    Compact (Class Compact Van or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Tokyo.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Narita airport (NRT)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Narita airport include Alamo and Toyota Rent a Car.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Haneda airport (HND)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Haneda airport include Nissan Rent-A-Car, Times, Europcar, Nippon Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Avis, Toyota Rent a Car and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Narita airport (NRT)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Narita airport to off-airport locations include Nissan Rent-A-Car, Times, Europcar, Nippon Rent-A-Car, Budget, Hertz, ORIX Rent a Car and National.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Haneda airport (HND)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Haneda airport to off-airport locations include Nissan Rent-A-Car, Times, Europcar, Nippon Rent-A-Car, Hertz, ORIX Rent a Car and National.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Tokyo?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Tokyo?

    A Compact car hire in Tokyo costs $138 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Tokyo?

    A Full Size car hire in Tokyo costs $134 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Tokyo?

    An Economy car hire in Tokyo costs $88 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Tokyo?

    In Tokyo, cars are most frequently hired at Times 529-80 Tokko, Narita-shi (55 km from city centre ).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Tokyo?

    On average a car hire in Tokyo costs $613 per week ($88 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Tokyo?

    On average a car hire in Tokyo costs $2,627 per month ($88 per day).

  • What are the child car seat rules in Tokyo?

    It is necessary in Japan for any children under the age of six to be seated in a child car seat. The recommendation is to use rear-facing seats for children who are under the age of two (or under 9 kg) and a forward-facing seat for children under the age of four and who weigh less than 18 kg. A booster seat is recommended for children up to the age of eight. When looking into cheap car hire in Tokyo, it is advisable to book the child seat in advance.

  • How old do I have to be to hire a car in Tokyo?

    The minimum legal age to hire a car in Tokyo is 18, and you need to hold either a valid international driving permit or a Japanese driving licence. It is important to note that you can only apply for an international driving permit while outside of Japan, and it is only valid for a year. 

Tokyo car rental reviews and directory

Hertz

10.0

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1 review

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10.0

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10.0

Value for money

10.0

Locations in Tokyo

1 12 10 Nishi Shimbashi

+81 3 5532 8100

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1-15-17 Hommachi Nakanoku

+81 3 3379 7100

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1-3-11 Shibadaimon

+81 3 3432 1100

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1-8-1 Marunouchi

+81 3 5220 2220

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10 4 Udagawacho

+81 3 5728 6100

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2-17-7 Minamicho

+81 42 326 0100

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2-20-15 Shimbashi

+81 3 3574 7313

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2-26-2 Nishi-nippori

+81 3 5604 0100

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3 8 2 Azumabashi

+81 3 3626 5300

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3-12-8 Higashiikebukuro

+81 3 3987 2906

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3-19-10 Higashiueno

+81 3 3833 9678

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3-23-1 Takanawa

+81 3 3473 5021

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5-5-18 Roppongi

+81 3 3408 7050

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6-4-4 Ginza

+81 3 3572 0100

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7-6-1 Nishigotanda

+81 3 3491 6100

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8 27 8 Jingumae

+81 3 5778 4445

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Haneda Airport

+81 3 3744 0100

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10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2023

KAYAK
Very friendly and honest staffs.

1 out of 1

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

1 review

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10.0

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10.0

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10.0

Value for money

10.0

Locations in Tokyo

2-12-9 Sasazuka

+81 353 547 474

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2-18 Himonya

+81 357 250 212

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+81 352 015 656

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5-24-20, Nishishinjuku

+81 353 045 656

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+81 352 228 981

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