Car hire in Osaka, Japan

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These are the lowest Osaka car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Osaka?

Our data shows that July is the cheapest month to rent a car in Osaka. It’s around 163 zł per day in July, compared to the yearly average of 217 zł per day.
Cheapest month avgJuly • 163 zł
Yearly avg price217 zł

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There are 244 car hire providers in Osaka. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Osaka

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Osaka. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Osaka

KuMa Rental Car
HM Rent-a-Car
IX Rental
Rakuraku
TravelCar
TBC RENTCAR

What's the most popular car to hire in Osaka?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Nissan Z is the most popular car to hire in Osaka, with prices starting from 45 zł per day. The Honda Fit EV and similar models are also popular drives in Osaka.
Nissan Z
Nissan Z16% chose this
Honda Fit EV
Honda Fit EV6% chose this
Nissan Versa
Nissan Versa5% chose this
Nissan Leaf
Nissan Leaf5% chose this
Most popular carNissan Z
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Osaka's cheapest car hire providers

HM Rent-a-Car has the cheapest car hire in Osaka right now, with prices from 45 zł per day. You'll save an average of 38 zł per day when you book with them.
HM Rent-a-Carfrom 45 zł per day
KuMa Rental Carfrom 52 zł per day
ワンズレンタカーfrom 87 zł per day
IX Rentalfrom 109 zł per day
Cheapest providerHM Rent-a-Car
Book with them to save around38 zł per day

Hiring a car in Osaka: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyKuMa Rental Car
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price797 zł
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Osaka

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Osaka car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Osaka that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Osaka for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Osaka avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Osaka, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Osaka car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Osaka is 797 zł per day or 5 050 zł for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 45 zł per day for Medium hire from Super Discount. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 329 zł per day.
Cheapest price found: 45 zł per day.
SUV
Average price: 513 zł per day.
Cheapest price found: 62 zł per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 701 zł per day.
Cheapest price found: 203 zł per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Osaka is Medium, compact. The most popular is Large, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Osaka are currently CG Car Rental and IX Rental.
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 Osaka is currently October.
On average, around 5 050 zł. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Osaka is 309 zł.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Osaka for a whole month is 6 928 zł. 

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 Osaka, 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 Osaka that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 168 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Osaka offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Osaka, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Osaka is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Osaka is usually around 597 zł per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Osaka, which is 797 zł per day. The cheapest price we found in Osaka is 45 zł per day with Super Discount for Medium car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Osaka will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Osaka. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
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 Osaka.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 45 zł per day. The average price per day is around 329 zł.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like KuMa Rental Car, HM Rent-a-Car and IX Rental offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Osaka, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
National
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 309 zł
Enterprise
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 314 zł
Alamo
4.7/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 278 zł
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Osaka, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 1 211 zł to 7 173 zł depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Nissan NV1500 Cargo Standard Roof — averages 797 zł per day in Osaka. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Osaka right now is 110 zł per day with KuMa Rental Car.
Luxury car hire, like the BMW X3, costs an average of 701 zł per day in Osaka. The cheapest price we could find is 203 zł per day with ワンズ351.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Nissan Versa, averages 419 zł per day in Osaka. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Osaka is 45 zł per day with HM Rent-a-Car.
Most people hiring a car in Osaka book it for 3 days. If you're deciding how long to go for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: 797 zł
1 week: 5 050 zł
2 weeks: 10 100 zł
1 month: 6 928 zł
If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Osaka let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 0 zł per day. The good news is that some companies, like HM Rent-a-Car, IX Rental and Budget, include it at no extra cost.
Yes – van hire is available in Osaka.