Canada's #1 importer of authentic Japanese kei trucks. Farms, ranches, job sites — we source any JDM vehicle from Japan directly to your door. 30-day warranty on every truck.
Inventory is in Japan, en route, or in Alberta. Contact us for status and availability.
Real trucks, real builds, real Alberta conditions. Click any photo to enlarge.
Our builds, imports, and tracked units — shot on iPhones by our kids while we played in the dirt. Real trucks, real fun.
Since 2002, we've been obsessed with Japanese mini trucks. Our owner personally inspects vehicles in Japan — if we wouldn't own it ourselves, we won't sell it to you. Period.
If the owner isn't in Japan personally selecting vehicles, our staff are. If it arrives not as described, you get a 100% full deposit refund.
We stock parts for all vehicles we sell and can source any part for any JDM vehicle. Full mechanical work done at our Grande Prairie shop.
Mini truck, Nissan Skyline GTR, or anything in between — if it's available in Japan, we can import it to Canada or the US.
We were the first to adapt tracks for mini trucks. Custom bumpers, lifts, camo wraps, bedliner, bodywork — all done by our team.
Darc has been living and breathing Japanese mini trucks since before most Canadians knew they existed. What started as a personal obsession with the engineering brilliance of Japan's kei vehicles turned into Canada's most trusted JDM import operation — built entirely on word of mouth, repeat business, and an uncompromising commitment to quality.
He has personally travelled to Japan to inspect, select, and negotiate vehicles at auction houses across the country. When Darc isn't in Japan, his sourcing network ensures every truck is physically inspected before a single deposit clears. His rule is simple: if he wouldn't own it himself, it doesn't get put on a ship.
Based in Grande Prairie, Alberta, Darc and his team have imported 500+ vehicles to farms, ranches, oilfields, golf courses, and hunting camps from BC to Ontario and across the US border. He's built custom tracked rigs that inspired competitors, sourced Nissan Skylines for collectors, and helped hundreds of Canadians discover what Japan has known for decades: these trucks are extraordinary machines.
When you call Japanese Trucks, you get Darc. Not a salesperson. Not a call centre. The guy who knows every truck personally and will tell you exactly what you need — or tell you honestly if it's not the right fit.
"I've seen what these trucks can do in the toughest conditions in Canada. They outlast, out-work, and out-save every alternative at this price point. I don't sell trucks I wouldn't put on my own property."
— Darc, Founder · Japanese Trucks Inc.Transparent, stress-free importing. We handle everything — you just drive away.
We meet by phone, video, or in person in Grande Prairie. Share your budget, intended use, and specs. This is your truck.
We take your deposit and personally search Japan's top auction houses. Every vehicle is physically inspected before we buy.
We manage all paperwork and Canada Customs in Vancouver. Vehicles 15+ years old, fully compliant for all Canadian provinces.
Collect in Vancouver, have it shipped anywhere, or pick up from our Grande Prairie shop. 30-day warranty. Fully serviced.
All accessories are installed right at our Grande Prairie shop. Prices include installation unless noted. Don't see what you need? We carry far more than what's listed — call or email and we'll sort you out.
Heavy duty rear 2" receiver hitch for deck vans. Solid steel, professionally installed at our shop. Ready to tow.
Heavy duty steel bumper with built-in 2" receiver hitch and winch mount. Optional integrated LED lights. Transforms the front end.
In-cab gun holders — ideal for hunters, guides, and ranchers who work the land. Keeps rifles secure and within reach.
Full 42" curved LED light bar. Massive output for night work, field checks, and trail running. Fully wired and installed.
Heavy duty rear bumper. Protects the tail, cleans up the look, and gives you a solid hook-up point for the back end.
Add a rear passenger seat. Perfect for farms, golf courses, and operations that need to move people as well as gear.
Raised air intake — perfect for dusty conditions, creek crossings, and soft terrain. Keeps the engine breathing clean no matter the conditions.
Hard Cargo extra-wide heavy duty mud flaps. Essential for muddy farms, gravel roads, and oilfield work. Sold in pairs.
Heavy duty front grill guard with integrated skid plate. Protects the front end on rough terrain. Fits Daihatsu trucks only — not for deck vans or vans.
We stock much more than what's listed here. This page is actively being updated. If you don't see what you need — just call or email. We source parts and accessories for every model we sell and ship anywhere in Canada.
Any model available in Japan — we can get it. These are the most popular kei trucks we've imported.
Everything you need to know about Japanese mini trucks — from buying guides to import rules to real-world use cases across Canada.
Everything you need to know before you buy — import rules, the 15-year rule, the best models for farms and ranches, what to look for in a dealer, and why Canadian buyers are choosing kei trucks over UTVs at 2x the rate they were five years ago.
The two most popular kei trucks in Canada. We break down the key differences in engine, 4WD system, parts availability, and which use case each model excels at.
How we became the first company in Canada to fit tracks to a kei truck — and why hunters, trappers, and remote property owners from the Yukon to Manitoba are ordering them.
Fuel costs, insurance, parts availability, cargo capacity, road legality — we run the real numbers on why kei trucks are beating UTVs on total cost of ownership for working farms across Western Canada.
Why vehicles must be 15 years old to import to Canada, how the compliance process works, what paperwork you need, and how Japanese Trucks handles every step so you don't have to.
We surveyed 80 Alberta buyers on cold-weather reliability, starting issues, and maintenance costs. The results surprised even us — and confirmed what our customers already knew.
We pay $500 for every truck sale you refer. No limits. No contracts. Just send the lead — Darc closes it and you get paid by e-Transfer when the deal is done.
Fill out a quick form at our affiliate portal. Receive your personal referral link instantly. 90-day tracking cookie means you get credit even if your referral takes time to decide.
Post your link on Facebook, send it by text, share at the auction or co-op. Or simply log in and submit the buyer's name and number directly — no link required.
You don't sell anything. Darc handles every conversation, question, and negotiation. Your only job is the intro.
Once the sale closes, $500 CAD lands in your account within 30 days. Every time. No exceptions. Some of our past buyers have earned $1,500+ referring neighbours.
If you're in a market with demand — rural Manitoba, northern BC, the Prairies — and want to move trucks at volume, we can structure a proper dealer arrangement. More than one truck per quarter? Let's talk about a dealer commission structure that works for both sides.
Perfect for farmers, ranchers, equipment dealers, and anyone with a wide network. Earn $500 per truck with no volume minimums and no exclusivity required.
For businesses wanting to resell or represent Japanese Trucks in their region. Volume pricing, marketing support, and a structured commission. Contact Darc directly to discuss.
Run a farming, hunting, or outdoor channel? We work with creators who have genuine audiences. Your unique link, your content, our trucks — and $500 every time a viewer buys.
Auction houses, ag equipment dealers, co-ops, and feed stores — if your customers work land, they need these trucks. Reach out to discuss a referral arrangement that fits your business.
“Remote property access in northern Manitoba. Nothing else comes close to the capability-to-price ratio.”
“We've been farming for three generations. We've never had equipment this efficient at this price. Darc is the real deal.”
“Ordered a custom carry with flatbed. Communication during the build was excellent. End result was better than the mock-up.”
“Used it to haul firewood on my 160 acres. Does the work of a quad and a trailer combined. Best investment I've made in years.”
“Better in the Kootenay mountains than anything I expected. Handles steep switchbacks in low range.”
“Goes anywhere, hauls everything. The low range 4WD is worth every penny in soft ground during harvest.”
“Two from Japanese Trucks. First one was so good I bought a second for the other property.”
“Best purchase in 5 years. Japanese Trucks stands behind their product. Worth every penny.”
“Our daily chore truck on the ranch. Incredibly practical, easy to maintain, good value.”
“Used for daily pen checks on a feedlot. Reliable, easy to drive, cheap to run. Couldn't ask for more.”
“Handles the steep terrain and rough roads in the Boundary country. Very impressed with the 4WD system.”
“Great experience start to finish. Transparent pricing, accurate photos, fast shipping. The Hijet is exactly what I needed.”
“Solid truck, solid people. The kind of company that's easy to recommend because they don't let you down.”
“Took a chance on a custom order and it paid off big time. Darc sourced exactly what I wanted in under 6 weeks.”
“Used for my hobby farm. Darc was easy to deal with and the truck arrived in better shape than expected.”
“Navigates the mountain access road every day. Starts in the cold, runs in the heat. Perfect truck.”
“Best farm purchase in 20 years. Goes where my full-size pickup can't and hauls more than you'd think. Kent gives you straight talk — no BS. Already looking at a second one.”
“Irrigation district work. Hauls tools, fencing, pipe. Fits on levee roads. Way more practical than anything else.”
“Remote property north of The Pas. This truck just works. Period. Shipping was painless.”
“Tough as nails, cheap to run. My son borrowed it for a week and tried to buy it off me.”
“Goes places my full-size and horse trailer can't get near. Incredible capability for the size.”
“Fits between orchard rows, handles hillside terrain, hauls bins all day. Couldn't ask for more.”
“Southern Alberta wind and cold — handles it all. No starting issues, runs clean. Set up right for Alberta.”
“Custom ordered a Carry with a dump bed for my landscaping crew. Sourced it fast, priced it fair. Better than any North American UTV at half the price.”
“Bought the tracked version. Absolute beast in the Alberta bush. We use it for moose hunting access and it goes places nothing else can.”
“Use it for everything from firewood to maintenance runs. Incredibly practical at this price.”
“Three years in. It's hauled thousands of loads of firewood, grain, and everything else. Cheapest utility vehicle to own.”
“Timber property in the BC foothills. Handles everything from skid trails to logging roads.”
“Fits perfectly between the orchard rows and handles hillside terrain. Japanese Trucks delivered as promised.”
“Used for everything from moving water tanks to hauling silage bags. These things just keep going.”
“Best purchase I've made for the property. Darc was helpful and honest throughout. Zero regrets.”
“My son uses it for his landscaping business. Fit and finish is great, cheap to insure. Easy import process.”
“Kent walked me through the whole import process. Truck arrived in perfect shape, runs like a top. 10/10 would recommend to anyone on an acreage.”
“Third year with this truck. Best small utility vehicle in 40 years of farming. Customer for life.”
“Now I use it for everything. Hauls a half cord of wood without complaint. Kids fight over who gets to drive it.”
“Bought one for a friend first, watched him use it, then ordered my own the next week. Best small utility vehicle in Canada right now.”
“My mechanic was shocked at how well built these are. Simple engine, everything accessible. Parts cheap and available.”
“Never bought anything imported before. Process was way simpler than I expected. Truck showed up in better shape than the photos.”
“Handles the elevation changes and rough terrain without complaint. Super happy with the purchase.”
“Third season with mine. Engine hasn't missed a beat. Through mud, snow, ruts, loaded to the limit. Outstanding reliability.”
“My son laughed when I ordered it. Now he wants one for himself. It's replaced our ATV entirely. Way more practical.”
“Everyone up here wants one after seeing mine. Japanese Trucks is the right source. No games, good product.”
“Use it for running samples and checking equipment on the crop farm. Cheap to run, easy to store.”
“Darc helped me pick the right one without any upsell pressure. Two years in, incredibly happy.”
“Darc answered my texts on a Sunday. Truck exceeded expectations. Already told everyone at the lake.”
“Retired farmer, bought for the grandkids' acreage. Now I drive it more than they do. Incredible utility.”
“This truck hauls grain samples, parts, and everything else on the Manitoba prairie farm. Dead reliable.”
“Handles everything from hauling seedlings to moving equipment on our tree farm. Love this truck.”
“Everyone on base wants to know where I got it. Import timeline was accurate and the truck was exactly as described.”
“Use it daily. Through mud, snow, and rock with no complaints. Japanese Trucks delivered as promised.”
“Honest, knowledgeable, good after-sale support. Truck is absolutely mint. Would buy from Japanese Trucks again.”
“The 4WD low range pulls us out of situations that would have stuck the quad. Crazy capable for the size.”
“Remote property access in northern Manitoba. Nothing else comes close to the capability-to-price ratio.”
“We've been farming for three generations. We've never had equipment this efficient at this price. Darc is the real deal.”
“Ordered a custom carry with flatbed. Communication during the build was excellent. End result was better than the mock-up.”
“Used it to haul firewood on my 160 acres. Does the work of a quad and a trailer combined. Best investment I've made in years.”
“Better in the Kootenay mountains than anything I expected. Handles steep switchbacks in low range.”
“Goes anywhere, hauls everything. The low range 4WD is worth every penny in soft ground during harvest.”
“Two from Japanese Trucks. First one was so good I bought a second for the other property.”
“Best purchase in 5 years. Japanese Trucks stands behind their product. Worth every penny.”
“Our daily chore truck on the ranch. Incredibly practical, easy to maintain, good value.”
“Used for daily pen checks on a feedlot. Reliable, easy to drive, cheap to run. Couldn't ask for more.”
“Handles the steep terrain and rough roads in the Boundary country. Very impressed with the 4WD system.”
“Great experience start to finish. Transparent pricing, accurate photos, fast shipping. The Hijet is exactly what I needed.”
“Solid truck, solid people. The kind of company that's easy to recommend because they don't let you down.”
“Took a chance on a custom order and it paid off big time. Darc sourced exactly what I wanted in under 6 weeks.”
“Used for my hobby farm. Darc was easy to deal with and the truck arrived in better shape than expected.”
“Navigates the mountain access road every day. Starts in the cold, runs in the heat. Perfect truck.”
“Best farm purchase in 20 years. Goes where my full-size pickup can't and hauls more than you'd think. Kent gives you straight talk — no BS. Already looking at a second one.”
“Irrigation district work. Hauls tools, fencing, pipe. Fits on levee roads. Way more practical than anything else.”
“Remote property north of The Pas. This truck just works. Period. Shipping was painless.”
“Tough as nails, cheap to run. My son borrowed it for a week and tried to buy it off me.”
“Goes places my full-size and horse trailer can't get near. Incredible capability for the size.”
“Fits between orchard rows, handles hillside terrain, hauls bins all day. Couldn't ask for more.”
“Southern Alberta wind and cold — handles it all. No starting issues, runs clean. Set up right for Alberta.”
“Custom ordered a Carry with a dump bed for my landscaping crew. Sourced it fast, priced it fair. Better than any North American UTV at half the price.”
“Bought the tracked version. Absolute beast in the Alberta bush. We use it for moose hunting access and it goes places nothing else can.”
“Use it for everything from firewood to maintenance runs. Incredibly practical at this price.”
“Three years in. It's hauled thousands of loads of firewood, grain, and everything else. Cheapest utility vehicle to own.”
“Timber property in the BC foothills. Handles everything from skid trails to logging roads.”
“Fits perfectly between the orchard rows and handles hillside terrain. Japanese Trucks delivered as promised.”
“Used for everything from moving water tanks to hauling silage bags. These things just keep going.”
“Best purchase I've made for the property. Darc was helpful and honest throughout. Zero regrets.”
“My son uses it for his landscaping business. Fit and finish is great, cheap to insure. Easy import process.”
“Kent walked me through the whole import process. Truck arrived in perfect shape, runs like a top. 10/10 would recommend to anyone on an acreage.”
“Third year with this truck. Best small utility vehicle in 40 years of farming. Customer for life.”
“Now I use it for everything. Hauls a half cord of wood without complaint. Kids fight over who gets to drive it.”
“Bought one for a friend first, watched him use it, then ordered my own the next week. Best small utility vehicle in Canada right now.”
“My mechanic was shocked at how well built these are. Simple engine, everything accessible. Parts cheap and available.”
“Never bought anything imported before. Process was way simpler than I expected. Truck showed up in better shape than the photos.”
“Handles the elevation changes and rough terrain without complaint. Super happy with the purchase.”
“Third season with mine. Engine hasn't missed a beat. Through mud, snow, ruts, loaded to the limit. Outstanding reliability.”
“My son laughed when I ordered it. Now he wants one for himself. It's replaced our ATV entirely. Way more practical.”
“Everyone up here wants one after seeing mine. Japanese Trucks is the right source. No games, good product.”
“Use it for running samples and checking equipment on the crop farm. Cheap to run, easy to store.”
“Darc helped me pick the right one without any upsell pressure. Two years in, incredibly happy.”
“Darc answered my texts on a Sunday. Truck exceeded expectations. Already told everyone at the lake.”
“Retired farmer, bought for the grandkids' acreage. Now I drive it more than they do. Incredible utility.”
“This truck hauls grain samples, parts, and everything else on the Manitoba prairie farm. Dead reliable.”
“Handles everything from hauling seedlings to moving equipment on our tree farm. Love this truck.”
“Everyone on base wants to know where I got it. Import timeline was accurate and the truck was exactly as described.”
“Use it daily. Through mud, snow, and rock with no complaints. Japanese Trucks delivered as promised.”
“Honest, knowledgeable, good after-sale support. Truck is absolutely mint. Would buy from Japanese Trucks again.”
“The 4WD low range pulls us out of situations that would have stuck the quad. Crazy capable for the size.”
“Use it every single day. Thing has never let me down. Low fuel, low maintenance, unbelievably handy on a grain farm.”
“Can't believe I waited so long to buy one. More versatile than any other small utility vehicle I've owned.”
“The tracked build is legitimately incredible. Deep snow, steep terrain, soft muskeg — nothing stops it.”
“Deep snow performance is unreal with the 4WD low range. Light enough to pull out with a snowmobile if needed.”
“Truck was exactly as described, arrived in great shape. Darc was responsive and professional throughout.”
“Hauls rock, sand, firewood at our waterfront. Easy to store in the boathouse. Delivered exactly as promised.”
“Fits in the vineyard rows and hauls bins perfectly. Best piece of equipment we own on the operation.”
“Easy to drive, easy to maintain, handles the winter better than expected. Japanese Trucks was a pleasure to deal with.”
“Way more versatile than our old ATV for moving cattle and running fence on the ranch.”
“Built for this kind of terrain and climate. Japanese Trucks knows exactly what they're doing.”
“Best retirement purchase I've made. Handles everything from hauling topsoil to moving firewood.”
“Handles rough interior roads and spring breakup conditions without complaint. Worth every penny.”
“They sent updates at every stage. Truck arrived exactly as described. No surprises, all good.”
“Handles everything from firewood to feed runs on our hobby farm. Zero issues in two years.”
“Needed something for tight trails on my trapline. The Hijet 4WD handles deep snow better than my ATV. Japanese Trucks delivered exactly what they promised.”
“Cattle operation. Does everything we need. Zero mechanical issues over 18 months of daily use.”
“Deep snow, steep terrain, rough roads — this truck handles everything. Japanese Trucks is the right place to buy.”
“Used at our Christmas tree farm. Perfect for hauling trees, tight rows, soft ground. Super reliable through the whole season.”
“Best small utility vehicle I've ever owned. Japanese Trucks was honest and professional throughout. Would recommend to any farmer.”
“Northern Saskatchewan winters. This truck starts, it runs, it works. No drama. Japanese Trucks is legit.”
“Second purchase. First one is 6 years in and still running strong. These outlast everything else on the property.”
“The 4WD handles the mountain trails better than my side-by-side. Way more cargo capacity too.”
“The kids love it. Super safe, easy to drive, does actual work. Japanese Trucks was professional from start to finish.”
“Ranching in the foothills — handles the terrain better than my horses some days. Super happy with the purchase.”
“Saskatchewan winters are brutal and this truck starts every morning. Block heater setup works perfectly.”
“Use it on my ranch for moving calves and hauling water. The low range 4WD is incredible in deep mud.”
“The tracked version they built is absolutely unreal in northern Manitoba bush.”
“Bought a Carry for the golf course I manage. Cheaper than our gas carts, tougher, and actually hauls stuff. Darc sorted shipping without any issues.”
“Maintenance is a joke compared to my UTVs. Runs forever on a tank of gas. Darc was great — super knowledgeable, no fluff.”
“The Carry does the work of three different machines. Cheapest and most useful thing on the property.”
“Southern Manitoba market garden. The Hijet is in the field every single day in season. Runs perfectly.”
“Japanese Trucks sorted a custom order — specific colour, specific specs. They delivered it exactly right. Very impressed.”
“Super fast communication. Got my questions answered on a Saturday evening. Truck is perfect — better than I imagined for the price.”
“The low range 4WD gets through spring field conditions that stop bigger equipment. Great sugar beet farm truck.”
“Way more capable than most people assume. Japanese Trucks is the right place to buy one in Alberta.”
“Super practical for hauling everything around the property. Japanese Trucks was easy to deal with.”
“Timber property in the Monashees. The 4WD handles the logging trails perfectly. Excellent to deal with.”
“Use it year-round on our south Okanagan farm. Does everything we need. Great outfit to deal with.”
“Incredibly practical, cheap to maintain. Japanese Trucks was straightforward to deal with for our colony.”
“The 4WD handles steep gravel roads that my side-by-side struggled with. Incredible mountain truck.”
“Tough enough for corrugated gravel roads and handy enough for everything else on a dry land farm.”
“Wind, cold, rough roads — handles everything. Zero mechanical issues in over a year of daily use.”
“Bought for irrigation work. Fits between crop rows, tough enough for rough ground. My father-in-law is buying one now too.”
“Fits in the greenhouse, hauls produce bins, drives the access road. Perfect machine for a market garden.”
“Goes through the dugout approaches that swallow my quarter-ton. 4WD low range is the real deal.”
“Handles the lake access roads and steep driveway without any drama. Best utility vehicle purchase I've made.”
“More practical in residential yards than any full-size. Customers love watching it work. Japanese Trucks delivered on time.”
“These guys know Japanese trucks better than anyone in Western Canada. Zero pressure sales, honest advice, pristine truck.”
“Snow clearing, firewood, feed runs — does it all. Ended up referring three sales to Japanese Trucks.”
“Bought after seeing my cousin's truck. Does everything I need on my quarter section. Arrived faster than quoted.”
“Easy to maintain, frugal on fuel, tough as a tank. Team helped me through registration in Alberta.”
“Goes between rows easily, hauls trees all day. The 4WD gets through the spring muck without complaint.”
“Use it every single day. Thing has never let me down. Low fuel, low maintenance, unbelievably handy on a grain farm.”
“Can't believe I waited so long to buy one. More versatile than any other small utility vehicle I've owned.”
“The tracked build is legitimately incredible. Deep snow, steep terrain, soft muskeg — nothing stops it.”
“Deep snow performance is unreal with the 4WD low range. Light enough to pull out with a snowmobile if needed.”
“Truck was exactly as described, arrived in great shape. Darc was responsive and professional throughout.”
“Hauls rock, sand, firewood at our waterfront. Easy to store in the boathouse. Delivered exactly as promised.”
“Fits in the vineyard rows and hauls bins perfectly. Best piece of equipment we own on the operation.”
“Easy to drive, easy to maintain, handles the winter better than expected. Japanese Trucks was a pleasure to deal with.”
“Way more versatile than our old ATV for moving cattle and running fence on the ranch.”
“Built for this kind of terrain and climate. Japanese Trucks knows exactly what they're doing.”
“Best retirement purchase I've made. Handles everything from hauling topsoil to moving firewood.”
“Handles rough interior roads and spring breakup conditions without complaint. Worth every penny.”
“They sent updates at every stage. Truck arrived exactly as described. No surprises, all good.”
“Handles everything from firewood to feed runs on our hobby farm. Zero issues in two years.”
“Needed something for tight trails on my trapline. The Hijet 4WD handles deep snow better than my ATV. Japanese Trucks delivered exactly what they promised.”
“Cattle operation. Does everything we need. Zero mechanical issues over 18 months of daily use.”
“Deep snow, steep terrain, rough roads — this truck handles everything. Japanese Trucks is the right place to buy.”
“Used at our Christmas tree farm. Perfect for hauling trees, tight rows, soft ground. Super reliable through the whole season.”
“Best small utility vehicle I've ever owned. Japanese Trucks was honest and professional throughout. Would recommend to any farmer.”
“Northern Saskatchewan winters. This truck starts, it runs, it works. No drama. Japanese Trucks is legit.”
“Second purchase. First one is 6 years in and still running strong. These outlast everything else on the property.”
“The 4WD handles the mountain trails better than my side-by-side. Way more cargo capacity too.”
“The kids love it. Super safe, easy to drive, does actual work. Japanese Trucks was professional from start to finish.”
“Ranching in the foothills — handles the terrain better than my horses some days. Super happy with the purchase.”
“Saskatchewan winters are brutal and this truck starts every morning. Block heater setup works perfectly.”
“Use it on my ranch for moving calves and hauling water. The low range 4WD is incredible in deep mud.”
“The tracked version they built is absolutely unreal in northern Manitoba bush.”
“Bought a Carry for the golf course I manage. Cheaper than our gas carts, tougher, and actually hauls stuff. Darc sorted shipping without any issues.”
“Maintenance is a joke compared to my UTVs. Runs forever on a tank of gas. Darc was great — super knowledgeable, no fluff.”
“The Carry does the work of three different machines. Cheapest and most useful thing on the property.”
“Southern Manitoba market garden. The Hijet is in the field every single day in season. Runs perfectly.”
“Japanese Trucks sorted a custom order — specific colour, specific specs. They delivered it exactly right. Very impressed.”
“Super fast communication. Got my questions answered on a Saturday evening. Truck is perfect — better than I imagined for the price.”
“The low range 4WD gets through spring field conditions that stop bigger equipment. Great sugar beet farm truck.”
“Way more capable than most people assume. Japanese Trucks is the right place to buy one in Alberta.”
“Super practical for hauling everything around the property. Japanese Trucks was easy to deal with.”
“Timber property in the Monashees. The 4WD handles the logging trails perfectly. Excellent to deal with.”
“Use it year-round on our south Okanagan farm. Does everything we need. Great outfit to deal with.”
“Incredibly practical, cheap to maintain. Japanese Trucks was straightforward to deal with for our colony.”
“The 4WD handles steep gravel roads that my side-by-side struggled with. Incredible mountain truck.”
“Tough enough for corrugated gravel roads and handy enough for everything else on a dry land farm.”
“Wind, cold, rough roads — handles everything. Zero mechanical issues in over a year of daily use.”
“Bought for irrigation work. Fits between crop rows, tough enough for rough ground. My father-in-law is buying one now too.”
“Fits in the greenhouse, hauls produce bins, drives the access road. Perfect machine for a market garden.”
“Goes through the dugout approaches that swallow my quarter-ton. 4WD low range is the real deal.”
“Handles the lake access roads and steep driveway without any drama. Best utility vehicle purchase I've made.”
“More practical in residential yards than any full-size. Customers love watching it work. Japanese Trucks delivered on time.”
“These guys know Japanese trucks better than anyone in Western Canada. Zero pressure sales, honest advice, pristine truck.”
“Snow clearing, firewood, feed runs — does it all. Ended up referring three sales to Japanese Trucks.”
“Bought after seeing my cousin's truck. Does everything I need on my quarter section. Arrived faster than quoted.”
“Easy to maintain, frugal on fuel, tough as a tank. Team helped me through registration in Alberta.”
“Goes between rows easily, hauls trees all day. The 4WD gets through the spring muck without complaint.”
“Used for snow removal at our rental properties. Way faster than a snowblower in a big lot. Everyone asks about it.”
“Southern Alberta irrigation farm. The Carry fits everywhere and hauls everything. Japanese Trucks sorted the import and delivery flawlessly.”
“Got a Hijet dump box for my landscaping business. Paid for itself in the first two months. Way more useful than a side-by-side and half the maintenance.”
“More practical than UTVs — cheaper to own, actually road legal. Best small vehicle purchase on the farm.”
“Runs our acreage fence line every day. Goes in deep mud and snow without complaint. Way more capable than people give them credit for.”
“Second Japanese Trucks purchase. First one still going strong after 4 years. Absolutely no hesitation.”
“The Hijet does more useful work in a day than my ATV ever did. Easy to insure, drive, maintain.”
“Perfect for equestrian property. Doesn't spook the horses, hauls everything, fits through all the gates.”
“Had them do a custom tracked build. Darc was honest about timelines and nailed it. Thing goes through absolutely anything. My neighbours all want one now.”
“Fits where nothing else does. Import and delivery process was super straightforward.”
“Post-flood recovery — navigated mud and debris that stopped bigger equipment. Japanese Trucks had it to me fast and in great shape.”
“Bought for my hobby farm. Perfect. Just absolutely perfect for the job. Darc was thorough and honest.”
“Logged about 4000 km. Runs flawlessly. I service it myself with parts from the supplier Darc recommended. Total confidence.”
“Ranching in the Cariboo. This truck is on the property every day. Reliable, cheap to run.”
“Use it on an oilfield lease road. Handles rough terrain better than expected. Earned its keep in the first month.”
“Super reliable, easy to work on, parts are shockingly available. Japanese Trucks knows their product inside and out.”
“Ten months in, absolutely love this truck. Winters out here are brutal and it handles everything without complaint.”
“Used it on a guided hunting operation. Handles steep switchbacks in low range like nothing. Light enough we trailer it behind the truck.”
“Darc answered every question before I bought, during, and after delivery. Customer service is genuinely exceptional. Truck is mint.”
“Hauls firewood, sand bags, landscaping materials. Fits in the shed easily. Japanese Trucks made the whole process painless.”
“Cattle and hay operation. This truck is on the clock every single day. Reliable, cheap, fun to drive.”
“Handles rough bush roads and creek crossings. Zero issues in two years of hard use.”
“The low clearance is actually an advantage in the coulees — keeps the centre of gravity low. Really impressed.”
“Darc helped me choose the right model without upselling. Two years in, zero issues. Best purchase for my hobby farm.”
“Replaced our ATV and then some. Way more useful for actual ranch work in the Nicola Valley.”
“Three seasons on a beef operation. Engine has never missed. Just keeps going no matter what.”
“Three seasons in, zero issues. Cheap to run, easy to maintain. Japanese Trucks delivered a perfect truck.”
“Have had it 2 years, zero issues. Gets driven hard in all weather. Recommend Japanese Trucks without hesitation.”
“Third truck from Japanese Trucks. Import process is smooth, they keep you updated the whole way. My 2008 Hijet has run flawlessly through AB winters for 3 years.”
“Half the crew drives it every day at hunting camp. Two seasons in, not a single mechanical issue.”
“Deep muskeg, creek crossings, soft trails — handles it all. Already looking at a second one.”
“Eleven months in, no issues at all. The block heater setup Japanese Trucks recommended makes cold starts a non-issue.”
“Just over the border. Japanese Trucks shipped it no problem. Runs great in the cold, handles the rough roads.”
“The Carry fits in the machine shed perfectly, hauls grain samples, runs to the co-op. Super handy utility vehicle.”
“Gets through the field roads in spring that stop the full-size. Incredible machine for the price.”
“Use it daily for chores on my cattle operation. Three seasons in, not a single mechanical issue.”
“Custom ordered with extra cargo mods. Darc kept me updated throughout. Arrived on time in perfect shape.”
“Half the fuel of our gas utility vehicles, quieter, more cargo space. Darc was great to work with.”
“Way easier to maneuver in tight residential lots than my full-size. Hauls more per trip than I expected. Great for my tree service.”
“Picked up a Hijet for yard work and hauling feed. More capable than I expected. The 4WD Hi-Lo is a game changer in mud season.”
“Third time recommending Japanese Trucks to friends. Two of them have bought and both are stoked. Honest people doing honest business.”
“Custom ordered a dump truck version. Darc sourced exactly what I wanted. Arrived in great shape.”
“Run a small greenhouse operation and this truck hauls everything. Super easy to work on — done all my own maintenance.”
“East Kootenay cattle operation. Works every single day. Reliable, cheap, practical. Professional throughout.”
“Glad I went with the mini truck over a UTV. Way more practical, road legal, and half the price to insure.”
“Use it for running parts and checking equipment. Way cheaper than a pickup for that use. Extremely happy.”
“Three of us on the same road bought from Japanese Trucks. All three are extremely satisfied. Word spreads fast.”
“Handles brush roads that nothing else can manage. Gets in, loads up, gets out. Just works.”
“Handles gravel roads, creek crossings, muskeg. Easiest equipment transaction I've had.”
“Skeptical at first about importing from Japan but these guys made it dead simple. My Carry arrived with 38k km and not a spot of rust. Unreal condition.”
“Fifth year with this truck. Still runs perfectly. Parts are easy to find and cheap. Darc and team are top notch.”
“Used for snow removal at our rental properties. Way faster than a snowblower in a big lot. Everyone asks about it.”
“Southern Alberta irrigation farm. The Carry fits everywhere and hauls everything. Japanese Trucks sorted the import and delivery flawlessly.”
“Got a Hijet dump box for my landscaping business. Paid for itself in the first two months. Way more useful than a side-by-side and half the maintenance.”
“More practical than UTVs — cheaper to own, actually road legal. Best small vehicle purchase on the farm.”
“Runs our acreage fence line every day. Goes in deep mud and snow without complaint. Way more capable than people give them credit for.”
“Second Japanese Trucks purchase. First one still going strong after 4 years. Absolutely no hesitation.”
“The Hijet does more useful work in a day than my ATV ever did. Easy to insure, drive, maintain.”
“Perfect for equestrian property. Doesn't spook the horses, hauls everything, fits through all the gates.”
“Had them do a custom tracked build. Darc was honest about timelines and nailed it. Thing goes through absolutely anything. My neighbours all want one now.”
“Fits where nothing else does. Import and delivery process was super straightforward.”
“Post-flood recovery — navigated mud and debris that stopped bigger equipment. Japanese Trucks had it to me fast and in great shape.”
“Bought for my hobby farm. Perfect. Just absolutely perfect for the job. Darc was thorough and honest.”
“Logged about 4000 km. Runs flawlessly. I service it myself with parts from the supplier Darc recommended. Total confidence.”
“Ranching in the Cariboo. This truck is on the property every day. Reliable, cheap to run.”
“Use it on an oilfield lease road. Handles rough terrain better than expected. Earned its keep in the first month.”
“Super reliable, easy to work on, parts are shockingly available. Japanese Trucks knows their product inside and out.”
“Ten months in, absolutely love this truck. Winters out here are brutal and it handles everything without complaint.”
“Used it on a guided hunting operation. Handles steep switchbacks in low range like nothing. Light enough we trailer it behind the truck.”
“Darc answered every question before I bought, during, and after delivery. Customer service is genuinely exceptional. Truck is mint.”
“Hauls firewood, sand bags, landscaping materials. Fits in the shed easily. Japanese Trucks made the whole process painless.”
“Cattle and hay operation. This truck is on the clock every single day. Reliable, cheap, fun to drive.”
“Handles rough bush roads and creek crossings. Zero issues in two years of hard use.”
“The low clearance is actually an advantage in the coulees — keeps the centre of gravity low. Really impressed.”
“Darc helped me choose the right model without upselling. Two years in, zero issues. Best purchase for my hobby farm.”
“Replaced our ATV and then some. Way more useful for actual ranch work in the Nicola Valley.”
“Three seasons on a beef operation. Engine has never missed. Just keeps going no matter what.”
“Three seasons in, zero issues. Cheap to run, easy to maintain. Japanese Trucks delivered a perfect truck.”
“Have had it 2 years, zero issues. Gets driven hard in all weather. Recommend Japanese Trucks without hesitation.”
“Third truck from Japanese Trucks. Import process is smooth, they keep you updated the whole way. My 2008 Hijet has run flawlessly through AB winters for 3 years.”
“Half the crew drives it every day at hunting camp. Two seasons in, not a single mechanical issue.”
“Deep muskeg, creek crossings, soft trails — handles it all. Already looking at a second one.”
“Eleven months in, no issues at all. The block heater setup Japanese Trucks recommended makes cold starts a non-issue.”
“Just over the border. Japanese Trucks shipped it no problem. Runs great in the cold, handles the rough roads.”
“The Carry fits in the machine shed perfectly, hauls grain samples, runs to the co-op. Super handy utility vehicle.”
“Gets through the field roads in spring that stop the full-size. Incredible machine for the price.”
“Use it daily for chores on my cattle operation. Three seasons in, not a single mechanical issue.”
“Custom ordered with extra cargo mods. Darc kept me updated throughout. Arrived on time in perfect shape.”
“Half the fuel of our gas utility vehicles, quieter, more cargo space. Darc was great to work with.”
“Way easier to maneuver in tight residential lots than my full-size. Hauls more per trip than I expected. Great for my tree service.”
“Picked up a Hijet for yard work and hauling feed. More capable than I expected. The 4WD Hi-Lo is a game changer in mud season.”
“Third time recommending Japanese Trucks to friends. Two of them have bought and both are stoked. Honest people doing honest business.”
“Custom ordered a dump truck version. Darc sourced exactly what I wanted. Arrived in great shape.”
“Run a small greenhouse operation and this truck hauls everything. Super easy to work on — done all my own maintenance.”
“East Kootenay cattle operation. Works every single day. Reliable, cheap, practical. Professional throughout.”
“Glad I went with the mini truck over a UTV. Way more practical, road legal, and half the price to insure.”
“Use it for running parts and checking equipment. Way cheaper than a pickup for that use. Extremely happy.”
“Three of us on the same road bought from Japanese Trucks. All three are extremely satisfied. Word spreads fast.”
“Handles brush roads that nothing else can manage. Gets in, loads up, gets out. Just works.”
“Handles gravel roads, creek crossings, muskeg. Easiest equipment transaction I've had.”
“Skeptical at first about importing from Japan but these guys made it dead simple. My Carry arrived with 38k km and not a spot of rust. Unreal condition.”
“Fifth year with this truck. Still runs perfectly. Parts are easy to find and cheap. Darc and team are top notch.”
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We followed up with a Peace River farmer 8 months after he picked up his Suzuki Carry. Mud season, harvest, and one very surprised neighbour who wanted to know where to buy one.
It started with a call from a rural fire department in northern BC. What followed was 6 weeks of custom fabrication, a lot of problem-solving, and a truck that now makes every truck show it attends.
Darc walks through exactly how trucks are sourced in Japan — the auction grades, what the inspection reports mean, and why the vehicles that arrive here are nothing like what you'd find locally.
The full breakdown on converting a standard kei truck to tracks — hardware, labour, timeline, and which base trucks work best for northern Canadian conditions.
One of the biggest concerns new buyers have. We cover what's available domestically, what needs to come from Japan, lead times, and which parts to stock up on when you buy.
A beef operation near Kamloops now runs three Japanese Trucks units for different tasks. We asked their operations manager why they chose kei over conventional UTVs for all three roles.
