KeiScout
Sourcing & import concierge for Japanese Kei trucks

The Easiest Way to Buy a Kei Truck.

Tell us exactly what you're looking for. KeiScout searches appropriate U.S. and Japanese sources and prepares matched vehicle options with estimated landed costs. If you proceed with an eligible Concierge service, your $99 sourcing fee is credited toward it.

Business & Fleet Sourcing
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How it works

A guided path from decision to delivery

KeiScout replaces the guesswork of importing with a clear, managed process. You stay in control at every decision point.

  1. 01

    Tell us what you need

    Complete the Find My Kei questionnaire — model, drivetrain, body configuration, budget, timeline, and how you plan to use it.

  2. 02

    We search & vet

    Our team searches Japanese auctions and exporter inventory, then vets candidates against your requirements and import eligibility.

  3. 03

    You approve the match

    We present vetted options with condition details and landed-cost estimates. You choose; nothing moves without your sign-off.

  4. 04

    We handle the import

    Purchase, export, ocean shipping, federal import, customs, and port coordination — managed end to end through to U.S. delivery.

For individuals

Buy your Kei truck with confidence

Whether it's for the farm, the trail, or the weekend project, we source the exact truck you want and manage the import from Japan to your door.

  • One-on-one sourcing to your exact spec
  • Auction & exporter search on your behalf
  • Condition vetting and import-eligibility checks
  • Landed-cost estimates before you commit
Find My Kei — $99
A kei truck being used for property maintenance work
For business & fleets

Compact utility vehicles for serious work

Landscapers, farms, resorts, campuses, and facilities teams use Kei trucks as cost-effective work vehicles. We source and import them at fleet scale.

  • Multi-unit and recurring fleet sourcing
  • Consistent configurations across a fleet
  • Volume coordination and staged delivery
  • Dedicated fleet specialist and custom quote
Business & Fleet Sourcing
The major models

Know the Kei trucks worth sourcing

Six manufacturers, dozens of configurations. We help you pick the right platform for how you'll actually use it.

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Honda Acty kei truck

Honda Acty

1977–2021

The Honda Acty is known for its mid-mounted engine layout, which gives it a low load floor and balanced handling. A popular choice for buyers who want a refined, easy-to-drive Kei truck.

Drive:
2WD/4WD
Trans:
Manual/Automatic

$6,000–$14,000 est. landedGeneral estimate only — actual pricing varies by year, condition, spec, and market.

Suzuki Carry kei truck

Suzuki Carry

1961–present

The Suzuki Carry is one of the most produced Kei trucks in history, valued for its simplicity, durability, and huge range of factory body configurations. A dependable all-rounder for work and hobby use.

Drive:
2WD/4WD
Trans:
Manual/Automatic

$5,500–$13,000 est. landedGeneral estimate only — actual pricing varies by year, condition, spec, and market.

Daihatsu Hijet kei truck

Daihatsu Hijet

1960–present

The Daihatsu Hijet is a favorite for off-road and property use thanks to its capable 4WD systems and low-range gearing options. Comes in an unusually wide range of specialized configurations.

Drive:
2WD/4WD
Trans:
Manual/Automatic

$5,500–$13,500 est. landedGeneral estimate only — actual pricing varies by year, condition, spec, and market.

Subaru Sambar kei truck

Subaru Sambar

1961–2012 (Subaru-built)

Subaru-built Sambars use a rear-mounted engine and independent suspension, giving them a distinctive ride and a strong enthusiast following. Prized for build quality and character.

Drive:
2WD/4WD
Trans:
Manual/Automatic

$6,000–$15,000 est. landedGeneral estimate only — actual pricing varies by year, condition, spec, and market.

Mitsubishi Minicab kei truck

Mitsubishi Minicab

1966–present

The Mitsubishi Minicab is a straightforward, cost-effective Kei truck that delivers dependable utility. Later EV variants (MiEV) also exist for buyers interested in electric options.

Drive:
2WD/4WD
Trans:
Manual/Automatic

$5,000–$12,500 est. landedGeneral estimate only — actual pricing varies by year, condition, spec, and market.

Mazda Scrum kei truck

Mazda Scrum

1989–present

The Mazda Scrum is a rebadged Suzuki Carry, sharing the same proven mechanicals and parts availability while sometimes offering a different price point on the used market.

Drive:
2WD/4WD
Trans:
Manual/Automatic

$5,500–$12,500 est. landedGeneral estimate only — actual pricing varies by year, condition, spec, and market.

State law research

Is a Kei truck road-legal in your state?

Titling, registration, and road-use rules vary by state and can change. Our 50-state law database organizes the research, cites official sources, and flags pending legislation — so you can verify current requirements before you buy.

Check my state
Landed-cost calculator

Estimate the true cost, landed in the U.S.

Vehicle price is only the start. Our calculator estimates Japan fees, export costs, ocean shipping, duty, customs, port charges, and domestic transport — so you can budget the full landed cost before committing.

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Pricing

Simple service fees. No surprises.

Pick the level of help you want. Every plan starts by finding you the right truck.

KeiScout Search

Most popular

Start your personal Kei search

$99Credited toward an eligible Concierge service if you proceed

Tell us exactly what you're looking for. KeiScout searches appropriate U.S. and Japanese sources and prepares matched vehicle options with estimated landed costs.

  • Full Find My Kei intake & requirements review
  • Search across appropriate U.S. and Japanese sources
  • Candidate vehicle options with preliminary review notes
  • Import-eligibility check for candidate vehicles
  • Estimated landed-cost guidance & next-step recommendation
Start Your Personal Kei Search — $99

Import Concierge

We manage the import

$995

Everything in Search, plus hands-on coordination of the purchase and import process on your behalf.

  • Everything in KeiScout Search
  • Purchase coordination with exporter
  • Export documentation & booking support
  • Ocean freight & customs coordination
  • Status updates through U.S. arrival
Talk to a specialist

White-Glove Concierge

Fully hands-off

Starting at $1,995

Our most complete service for buyers who want the entire process managed end to end with minimal involvement.

  • Everything in Import Concierge
  • Priority sourcing & dedicated point of contact
  • Enhanced inspection coordination
  • Port-to-door domestic transport arrangement
  • State requirement research support
Request White-Glove

Service fees cover KeiScout sourcing and coordination only. The vehicle purchase price, Japanese fees, shipping, marine insurance, duties, customs, taxes, port charges, and domestic transportation are separate third-party costs and are not included unless explicitly stated.

Why KeiScout

Importing a Kei truck is hard. We make it simple.

Buying from Japan means auctions in another language, exporters you've never met, shipping logistics, and a maze of import and state rules. KeiScout exists to remove that friction.

Sourcing, not a lot

We don’t sell you whatever is on a lot. We search for the specific truck that fits your requirements and budget.

The paperwork, handled

Export docs, federal import rules, customs, and port coordination are where imports go wrong. We manage them.

Verified, not hyped

Condition details and import-eligibility checks up front. State legal research is cited to official sources — never invented.

One point of contact

From first search to U.S. delivery, you work with one team that owns the process end to end.

Ready to find your Kei truck?

Start with a $99 sourcing search. Tell us exactly what you need and we'll go find it — nothing moves without your approval.