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Cheap car hire in Okayama

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Okayama

  • Use cheap car hire in Okayama to see this Japanese city, into the suburbs and out to the countryside. Public transport is available in Okayama, but the freedom, independence and cost-saving of car hire is one sure way to take your holiday to memorable heights. With incredible stretches of highway such as the Okayama Expressway, you can get in and out of the city to see sights such as the 16th-century black Okayama Castle, the iconic Korakuen Garden, the Hayashibara Museum of Art and the Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art. Travel on Route 28 through the different layers of countryside and go from city to nature within 20 minutes, finally landing up in the resort town of Ushimado.
  • Land in Japan and collect your Okayama car hire at the Okayama Airport (OKJ), based a quick 30-minute away from Central Okayama. The car hire area is based in the Arrivals Hall of the airport, and here you will find global companies such as Sunnycars, Alamo, keddy, Hertz, National, Enterprise and Europcar. If you need accessories for your car hire, such as GPS or infant car seats, it's a good idea to book them beforehand.
  • With your cheap car hire in Okayama, you will be spoilt with large, well-surfaced and well-signed roads on which to enjoy your driving experience. Like the UK, Japan drives on the left-hand side of the road, so you will be confident from the get-go. Road signs are mostly written in the Japanese alphabet, but some have English translations underneath. This will be where your GPS will come in handy, as you can easily turn it to English mode. Drinking and driving is not tolerated in Japan and there is a blood alcohol limit of 0.03%, which is very low compared to the UK’s 0.08%, so appoint a designated driver before attempting big nights out. Stay buckled up and courteous to local drivers, and always pull over for traffic officers.
  • When driving your cheap car hire in Okayama, you will find the weather will be tolerable even in winter, as this part of Japan doesn’t get too much rain or snow. Automatic transmission vehicles are favoured and will be the default from your car hire company. If you prefer a stick shift, request one during your booking. Okayama, like most Japanese cities, does experience high traffic volumes during rush hour and this will be the biggest challenge on the road. Plan your trips beforehand and avoid driving during 8:00 and 9:00 and between 17:00 and 18:00, if you can. Do your research on how to refuel at Japanese petrol stations, as they are all self-service with Japanese instructions.
  • Book your car hire in Okayama at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Okayama are around 7% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Okayama

  • How much is the price of fuel in Okayama?

    The average price of fuel in Okayama is £3.43 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £41 and £55, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Okayama?

    Intermediate (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Okayama.

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

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Okayama?

    An Intermediate car hire in Okayama costs £58 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Okayama?

    A Standard car hire in Okayama costs £95 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Okayama?

    A Mini car hire in Okayama costs £32 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Okayama?

    Most car hire providers in Okayama offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Okayama, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

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

    With such excellent roads and mostly flat terrain, you can choose your car choice depending on budget and itinerary. A smaller economy car will be great for fuel saving, while a family will enjoy more space in a sedan or an SUV. There is no need for a high-performance vehicle unless you like the experience of driving a luxury vehicle, but with strict speed limits, you may not be able to do the driving experience justice.

  • What is the speed limit in Okayama?

    Speed limits are strict and observed in kilometres in Japan. When driving urban, two-way roads in Okayama, you will need to stick to 40 km/h (25 mph). Divided, national expressways are limited to 60 km/h (37 mph) and on motorways the limit is 100 km/h (62 mph). Japanese drivers tend to follow road rules, which is partly due to a culturally strong respect for rules, but also very strict road rule enforcement.

  • Where are the best places to park in Okayama?

    Parking fees will vary depending on time and location. On average, you can expect to pay around 1000 JYP (about 5.54 GBP) per hour in tourist areas and the city centre. You will find a combination of both street parking and car parks in which to leave your vehicle. Find parking at Arai Parking, Chome Kōseichō Parking or Okayama Station and look out for the traditional parking signs, as most car parks’ names use the Japanese alphabet.

Okayama car hire reviews and directory 
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Nissan Rent-A-Car

8.0

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10.0

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8.0

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10.0

Value for money

10.0

5 locations in Okayama

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3-5-18 Achi, Kurashiki-shi, Okayama Japan

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Okayama Airport

+81 86 294 1723

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Okayama Station East Exit

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Okayama Station West Exit

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岡山県岡山市北区駅元町6-32

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

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Very friendly staff. Everything for my rental went well, my only issue was a mistake I made renting a vehicle for the next weekend. They could not fully cancel that reservation and their mobile website was terrible. Had someone back home contact the company and cancel.

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Alamo

8.0

Very Good

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

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8.0

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Okayama

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1428-1 Nichioji, Kita-ku

+81 86 294 3919

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19-9 Ekimotomachi, Kita Ward

+81 50 1712 2466

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Hertz

8.4

Very Good

2 locations in Okayama

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11-10 Ekimotomachi

+81 86 254 0100

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1565 Nichioji

+81 86 294 2100

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Toyota Rent a Car

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

12 locations in Okayama

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11-10, Ekimotomachi, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture

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158-2 Kume, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture

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18-3, Ekimono, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture

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Okayama airport

+81 862 942 100

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[イオンモール岡山店] 700-0907 岡山県岡山市北区下石井1-2-1-B2003-2, 1-2-1-B2003-2 Shimoishii, Kita-ku, Okayama-City, Okayama 700-0907, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

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[伊福町] 700-0013 岡山県岡山市北区伊福町2-1-7, 2-1-7 Ifuku-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama-shi, Okayama 700-0013, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

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[岡山] 700-0985 岡山市北区厚生町1-3-19, 1-3-19 Kosei-cho, Kita-ku, Okayama, Okayama, 700-0985, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

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[岡山駅前店] 700-0901 岡山県岡山市北区本町7-25, 7-25 Hon-machi, Kita-ku, Okayama-City, Okayama 700-0901, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

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[岡山駅西口リットシティ店] 700-0024 岡山県岡山市北区駅元町15-1リットシティビル2F, Lit City Bldg. 2F 15-1 Ekimoto-machi, Kita-ku, Okayama-City, Okayama 700-0024, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

+81 86 254 0100

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[新保] 700-0945 岡山県岡山市南区新保651-3, 651-3 Shimbo, Minami-ku, Okayama, Okayama 700-0945, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

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[西古松] 700-0927 岡山県岡山市北区西古松1-36-25, 1-36-25 Nishifurumatsu, Kita-ku, Okayama-shi, Okayama 700-0927, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

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岡山市北区駅元町285-53

+81 86 253 0100

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ORIX Rent a Car

10.0

Wonderful

5 locations in Okayama

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1-1-6 Nakasendo, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture

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358-101 Shimonakano, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture

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700-0024 岡山県岡山市北区駅元町30-17, 30-17 Ekimotomachi, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama, 700-0024, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

+81 86 259 1543

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700-0907 岡山県岡山市北区下石井2-6-113, 2-6-113 Shimoishii, Kita-ku, Okayama City, Okayama, 700-0907, Okayama (Okayama), Japan

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Okayama airport

+81 862 945 543

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National

10.0

Wonderful

2 locations in Okayama

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1428 1 Nichioji Kita Ku

+81 86 294 3919

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19-9 Ekimotomachi, Kita Ward

+81 50 1712 2466

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Budget

8.3

Very Good

2 locations in Okayama

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1-3 Showacho, Kita-Ku

+81 862 508 543

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Ima, Okayama

+81 862 450 543

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Times

8.0

Very Good

7 locations in Okayama

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1-21-15, Aoe, Kita-ku

+81 862 325 850

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1478-1, Nichioji, Kita-ku, Okayama-shi

+81 86 294 7520

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4-14-20, Noda, Kita-ku

+81 862 431 166

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438-1, Ekimoto-cho, Kita-ku

+81 862 548 954

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5-15, Nishiki-machi, Kita-ku

+81 862 217 151

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岡山県岡山市北区野田3-17-103, 3-17-103 Noda

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岡山県岡山市北区駅元町350-6, 350-6 Ekimotomachi

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Nippon Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very Good

4 locations in Okayama

Locations in Okayama

6-7 Nishiki-machi, Kita-ku,Okayama-shi,Okayama

+81 862 350 919

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Okayama Ekimotomachi, Kita-Okayama-9 Ekimotomachi, shi 19-9 Ekimotomachi, Kita-ku

+81 86 214 0919

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Okayama Kosei-cho, Kita-Okayama-5 Kosei-cho, shi 2-2-5 Kosei-cho, Kita-ku

+81 86 224 0919

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Okayama airport

+81 862 943 919

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Europcar

7.9

Good

2 locations in Okayama

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Go To Times Car Rental Counter

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Go To Times Car Rental Counter

+81 862 217 151

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3

Good

2 locations in Okayama

Locations in Okayama

1428 1 Nichioji Kita Ku

+81 86 294 3919

Monday09:00 - 20:00
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19-9 Ekimotomachi, Kita Ward

+81 50 1712 2466

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keddy by Europcar

6.3

Okay

2 locations in Okayama

Locations in Okayama

Go To Times Car Rental Counter- 1478-1 Nichioji Kita-Ku

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Go To Times Car Rental Counter- 5-15,Nishikimachi Kita-Ku

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JR RENT-A-CAR WEST

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One location in Okayama

Locations in Okayama

1-1-201 Ekimotomachi, Kita Ward, Okayama

+81 86 224 1363

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Shouqi

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One location in Okayama

Locations in Okayama

Go To Times Car Rental Counter 5-15

+81 86 221 7151

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Sunnycars

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One location in Okayama

Locations in Okayama

1478-1, Nichioji, Kita-ku

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305 travellers who hired a car in Okayama gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

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Good to know

Most popular car type

Intermediate

When to book a car hire in Okayama

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Car hire insurance in Okayama

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Okayama car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Okayama.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Okayama car hire.

Okayama car hire information

Pick-up locationOkayama
Car types
Hire locations50
Airport locations15

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