Car rentals in Shinjuku, Tokyo

You can expect to spend around $94 per day on average on a rental car in Shinjuku. Depending on what neighborhood you plan to visit, daily rental prices may be as low as $69 per day or as high as $138 per day which is a 50% difference.

The cheapest rental car company in Shinjuku is Enterprise Rent-A-Car at $68/day. Other affordable options found in the past 72 hours include Alamo at $77/day. These rates may be different depending on what neighborhood you plan on visiting and the type of car you rent.

Although there are plenty of other rental car types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to Shinjuku are Compact sized cars. 35% of our users chose this rental type and found prices for $109/day on average.

The cheapest neighborhoods to rent a car in Tokyo are Edogawa and Ōta. At the moment, Alamo in Edogawa has an average rental price of $51 per day. In Ōta you can find a $59 per day average rental price from Avis.

The most popular number of days to rent a car in Shinjuku is 16 days, at an average daily price of $66. Only need a rental car for a weekend? Average weekend prices are $200 total. For your week-long Shinjuku road-trip you can find prices averaging $524 altogether or for a whole month, costs can be in the neighborhood of $1,310.

Consider renting a car in Shinjuku during the month of April. This is the cheapest time of year to rent and you can often find deals for $52/day on average. In contrast, the most expensive month to rent a car in Shinjuku is January, when prices are often $79/day on average. Be sure to book your car at least 98,035 days ahead of your intended pick-up date for the best deals.

Prices for cars in Shinjuku are updated daily.

As of March 2026, there are 18 operators available to choose from for cars in Shinjuku.

Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Shinjuku. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.

When renting a car in Shinjuku, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.