Budget Car Rental Worldwide
One of the Three Major Car Rental Chain Brands Globally

Established in Los Angeles in 1958, Budget Car Rental is currently one of the three major global car rental brands and continues to expand with over 3,200 locations in more than 120 countries worldwide.
With 130 locations across Japan,

it is the only chain car rental store in Japan with a global scale, serving 38 prefectures with a total of 130 locations offering car rental services.
Leave the most wonderful memories of your drive in Japan!
When choosing a car rental, in addition to the cost, you must also consider the purpose, number of passengers, and characteristics of the car. In order to ensure a comfortable drive, please choose a car model that suits your purpose when renting.

Number of People

When the maximum passenger capacity is reached, lightweight and compact cars may struggle to accelerate smoothly on highways or uphill roads. Considering the weight of luggage, we recommend choosing a car model with a higher passenger capacity than specified.

Driving Location

Is the driving location a city street, highway, or mountainous area? The driving region is also one of the key points when selecting a car. For smooth driving on highways or mountainous roads, please choose a car model with stronger horsepower.

Travel Distance

When traveling long distances, fuel consumption is also an important consideration due to the long distance traveled. Even if the car itself is cheap, poor fuel efficiency can lead to high gasoline costs. We recommend considering the travel distance before selecting a car model with suitable performance.

Amount of Luggage

For safety reasons, if you have a lot of luggage, we recommend choosing a car model with a higher passenger capacity than the maximum limit. Heavy luggage may affect visibility, which is very dangerous. It is advisable to choose a spacious car model.
Car Models |
Sedan ![]() |
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Overview & Recommendation Highlights |
Recommendation Highlights We offer easy-to-drive compact cars and versatile sedans. Compact cars with good maneuverability and convenient tight turns are the best choice for driving on city streets. The trunk is designed at the back and can accommodate larger luggage, making it suitable for trips with various purposes. |
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JSClass
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Eco-friendly Cars ![]() |
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Overview & Recommendation Highlights |
Recommendation Highlights Eco-friendly cars have low fuel consumption. You don't have to worry about gasoline costs even on long-distance trips. They are quiet, noise-resistant, and do not cause you to feel shaky while driving, allowing for relaxed and comfortable movement. |
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ECClass
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Eco-friendly Cars ![]() |
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Overview & Recommendation Highlights |
Recommendation Highlights Suitable for multiple passengers and preferred by families. Convenient for boarding and alighting, suitable for seniors and children. The seats can be freely adjusted to accommodate not only passengers but also luggage according to needs. |
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WAClass
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Car Models |
Eco-friendly Cars ![]() |
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Overview & Recommendation Highlights |
Recommendation Highlights Due to their small size, lightweight cars can move easily even in alleys and are convenient for parking. It is recommended for renters who do not drive frequently. Suitable for shopping trips or short-distance moves. The rental fee is cheap, and the fuel consumption is low, resulting in overall low rental costs. |
Fee Example |
JSKNClass
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The fee example is the price when booking online.
Three Reasons for Foreign Tourists to Choose Budget Car Rental
Multi-language Navigation Available!

Navigation functions are available in English, Chinese (traditional/simplified), Korean, and Japanese. It assists your driving at all times by displaying pause signs and Japanese traffic rules with language instructions. (*Excluding some locations.)
Free One-way Rental Service within the Same Prefecture!

As long as the car is rented and returned within the same prefecture, you can enjoy the one-way rental service for free. Various convenient options are provided to suit your needs. (*Excluding some locations.)
Many Special Promotions!

In addition to discounts, to provide you with a more comfortable trip, we also offer wireless network plans such as mobile WiFi.
Use promotional offers to make reservations for extra benefits!
Process from Reservation to Return
It is simpler and more convenient to make reservations online
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Vehicle Delivery at the Store
On the day of departure, please go directly to the reserved store. Please confirm the following instructions and prepare what is needed for the day.
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Reservation
Select the date, time, and store on the reservation form, and then choose the car model and equipment to complete the online reservation.
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Return
After use, please return the car to the store selected during the reservation. Except for special plans, please be sure to fill up the gas tank before returning the car.
Please bring the following documents to the store on the departure date.

Driver's licenses for all drivers are required. Please present the driver's licenses of all drivers. The driver's license must be valid in Japan and allow the rental of cars.
When renting, if you find any scratches on the lent vehicle, regardless of their size, please contact the store immediately.
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FAQ
FAQ for rental car reservation and usage.
Questions on making a reservation
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Q1
Can I rent a vehicle if I am under 25 or over 75?
A1
Yes, you can. We do not apply age restriction.
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Q2
Do I have to pay any extra charge for long distance drive?
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No, you don’t. We do not apply the limited mileage.
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Q3
Do I have to pay any extra charge for returning a vehicle at a different location?
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If you return the vehicle at a different location within the same prefecture, you do not have to pay the extra charge. However, if you return the vehicle at a different location in another prefecture, you have to pay the extra charge.
* One way rentals with the drop-off areas between Oita and Yufuin as well as Hakodate, Chitose, and Sapporo will incur a fee. -
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Can I register an additional driver?
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Yes, you can. Please note that the additional driver is required the same condition as the main driver’s.
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Q5
What kind of compensation system of insurance can I enrol?
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Your vehicle includes Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Car Damage and Physical Disability.
- 1) Bodily Injury – in the case of third person’s death and/or injury (unlimited per person (including automobile liability insurance)
- 2) Property Damage – in the case of damages to third person’s vehicle and/or property (unlimited per accident/incident (a charge of 50,000 JPY will be incurred for exclusion of liability))
- 3) Car Damage – in the case of damage to the vehicle you rent from us (up to the actual value per accident/incident (a charge of 50,000 or 100,000 JPY will be incurred for exclusion of liability. The amount is depended on the vehicle type you rent.))
- 4) Physical Disability – in the case of passenger’s death and/or injury (up to 30,000,000 JPY per person. In some areas, Medical Payments will be applied, instead of Physical Disability.)
Please note that the compensation system requires the accident report issued by the police. At the same time, please notify our Help Desk.
However, in the case that you have an accident/incident, you will be charged Non Operation Charge. This is the compensation for our business during the repairs, because the vehicle cannot rent other customers. The amount of Non Operation Charge is depended on the vehicle condition.
- 1) 20,000 JPY – in the case that the vehicle can be driven to a returning location
- 2) 50,000 JPY – in the case that the vehicle cannot be driven to a returning location (excluding the tow-away service fee)
So, we strongly recommend you to enrol Safety Package.
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Q6
What kind of situation can’t I be applied by the compensation system of insurance?
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The compensation system of insurance does not apply the cases of:
1) The amount of damage was over the limit of compensation amount.
2) The accident/incident was not reported to the police and our Help Desk. (The accident report was not issued by Police.)
3) The accident/incident was caused by a driver who did not register as an additional driver at a renting location.
4) The accident/incident occurred after the end of original rental period which we were not notified in advance.
5) The accident/incident was caused by a driver without a driver’s license, drunk driving, drug-use driving, a driver with subleasing from the applied driver etc.
6) The settlement after the accident/incident was taken place without notifying to and approval from us.
7) The accident/incident occurred with violating our Rental Agreement.
8) Puncture and other damages of tires, Lock out and lost key, Lost of hubcap, Damages of chains, Contaminations inside of the car, Lost of equipment, Car theft with key during parking, Running out of battery due to a customer’s failure and so on.
9) Tow-away service
Safety Package does not apply the case of damages (such as defacement and abnormal odor) inside a vehicle due to smoking inside the non-smoking vehicle, taking animals in and food etc.
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Q7
Can I change my booking?
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Yes, you can. However, if you change your original booking details, you need to cancel the original one at first, then, re-book the new one. Please note that our cancel policy will apply from six days before the day you will rent a vehicle.
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Q8
What should I do if I cannot be at the renting location by the rental time due to a delay of public transportation?
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Your reservation will be automatically cancelled one hour after the rental time which you reserved, unless you notify the rental location in advance.
Questions for renting
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Q1
Which documents do I need to bring to the renting location?
A1
In order to register at a renting location, you need to bring and present an international driver’s license, a domestic driver’s license and passport. However, if you are from Belgium, France, Germany, Monaco, Slovenia and Taiwan, you need its domestic driver’s license and its translated document, authorized by the Japanese government
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Q2
Can I rent a navigation system with a foreign language service and ETC?
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Yes, you can. In the term of navigation system, in general, we have a function of English voice with English, Mandarin and Korean displays except Japanese. However, some locations have limited service of this, so we recommend you to make sure when you book a vehicle. In the term of ETC, most of locations are available, but please make sure when you book a vehicle too. Further, to use ETC, you need a dedicated card, called ETC Card. So, you need to reserve ETC Card separately with making sure it available.
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Q3
When and how do I pay for the rental charge?
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When you rent a vehicle at a renting location, please pay the total amount of the rental fee by credit card. We cannot accept cash, cheques, bank transfer or debit card.
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Q4
Do I have to return a vehicle with a full tank of fuel?
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Yes, please fill a full tank of fuel when you return the vehicle. The vehicle you will rent is with a full tank of fuel. To avoid incurring fuel charge, you will need to return it full. So, when you return the vehicle to the returning location, please fill a full tank of fuel in a local station nearby (within a 5km radius of the returning location). And, please present its receipt at the returning location. This is due to the check whether you fill a correct fuel or not.
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Q5
Can I leave my luggage at a location?
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No, we cannot keep your luggage at the location. This is for a security reason. Further, in case that your luggage is stolen or lost at the location, we do not compensate.
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Q6
Can I smoke inside a vehicle?
A6
If you rent a non-smoking vehicle, you must not smoke inside the vehicle. If any evidence of smoking is found, we may charge the cleaning fee.
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Q7
What should I do if I have an accident and/or an incident?
A7
Please follow the guidance below:
- 1) Rescue the injured.
- 2) Call the ambulance (phone number : 119)
- 3) Call the police (phone number: 110)
- 4) Call our Help Desk
- 5) Report the accident/incident to the police and receive the accident report.
- 1) Rescue the injured.
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Q8
If my plan is suddenly changed during the rental period, what should I do?
A8
In all cases related to the changing your plan, please notify our Help Desk in advance.
- 1) In the case that you return the vehicle earlier than the original plan without changing a returning location, the rental fee will not be refundable.
- 2) In the case that you return the vehicle later than the original plan without changing a returning location, the rental fee for the extra period will be charged at the returning location.
- 3) In the case that you return the vehicle earlier than the original plan with changing a returning location, the rental fee will not be refundable but the one-way fee will be charged at the returning location.
- 4) In the case that you return the vehicle later than the original plan with changing a returning location, both the rental fee for the extra period and the one-way fee are charged at the returning location.