Car hire in Kanazawa, Japan

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These are the lowest Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa?

Our data shows that May is the cheapest month to rent a car in Kanazawa. It’s around $ 135.903 per day in May, compared to the yearly average of $ 183.379 per day.
Cheapest month avgMay • $ 135.903
Yearly avg price$ 183.379

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There are 21 car hire providers in Kanazawa. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Kanazawa

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Kanazawa. 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 Kanazawa

E-drive Rent a Car
Nissan Rent a Car
バジェットレンタカー
Orix
Hertz
Alamo

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

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Nissan Z is the most popular car to hire in Kanazawa, with prices starting from $ 123.552 per day. The Toyota Yaris and similar models are also popular drives in Kanazawa.
Nissan Z
Nissan Z23% chose this
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris6% chose this
Nissan Kicks
Nissan Kicks5% chose this
Nissan Versa
Nissan Versa4% chose this
Most popular carNissan Z
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Kanazawa's cheapest car hire providers

Budget has the cheapest car hire in Kanazawa right now, with prices from $ 133.477 per day. You'll save an average of $ 43.721 per day when you book with them.
Budgetfrom $ 133.477 per day
スカイレンタカーfrom $ 147.042 per day
Nissan Rent a Carfrom $ 154.541 per day
Orixfrom $ 230.010 per day
Cheapest providerBudget
Book with them to save around$ 43.721 per day

Hiring a car in Kanazawa: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyE-drive Rent a Car
Most popular carLarge, fullsize estate
Average daily price$ 462.886
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Kanazawa

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 Kanazawa car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa, 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 Kanazawa car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Kanazawa is $ 462.886 per day or $ 2.651.190 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $ 123.552 per day for Small hire from Orix. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: $ 473.547 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 123.552 per day.
SUV
Average price: $ 300.737 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 208.395 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: $ 585.151 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 382.014 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Kanazawa is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize estate.
The cheapest car hire companies in Kanazawa are currently Orix and Nissan Rent a Car.
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 Kanazawa is currently October.
On average, around $ 2.651.190. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Kanazawa is $ 864.860.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Kanazawa for a whole month is $ 10.069.749. 

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 Kanazawa, 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 Kanazawa 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 48 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 Kanazawa offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Kanazawa, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa is usually around $ 347.164 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Kanazawa, which is $ 462.886 per day. The cheapest price we found in Kanazawa is $ 123.552 per day with Orix for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa. 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 Kanazawa.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $ 123.552 per day. The average price per day is around $ 473.547.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like E-drive Rent a Car, Nissan Rent a Car and バジェットレンタカー 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 Kanazawa, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
E-drive Rent a Car
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 339.566
Nissan Rent a Car
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 269.169
Orix
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 232.537
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Kanazawa, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from $ 1.025.907 to $ 3.106.613 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 Toyota Corolla — averages $ 462.886 per day in Kanazawa. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Kanazawa right now is $ 314.044 per day with Alamo.
Luxury car hire, like the Mercedes C-Class, costs an average of $ 585.151 per day in Kanazawa. The cheapest price we could find is $ 382.014 per day with スカイレンタカー.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Ford Focus, averages $ 292.649 per day in Kanazawa. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Kanazawa is $ 147.446 per day with スカイレンタカー.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Kanazawa let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around $ 0 per day. The good news is that some companies, like Budget, バジェットレンタカー and スカイレンタカー, include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Kanazawa.