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Beauty of Vintage: The Mazda ‘Porter Cab’ in Focus
The Mazda 'Porter Cab' is unforgettable once you've seen its bland face. It was at the "360! All Together in OSAKA" event held in Osaka that I spotted such an adorable-looking Porter Cab. Among the many 360cc kei-cars gathered and many rare vehicles were seen, the Porter Cab was the only entry.
Marvel of Engineering: Inside the Mazda R360 Coupe
The R360 Coupe, as its name suggests, was Mazda's first four-wheeled passenger car, a 360 cc kei-car launched in 1960.
Legacy of Minica: The Hidden Gems of Mitsubishi
A large number of 360cc kei-cars gathered in Osaka. We focus on one car we saw at the event. This time we introduce the Mitsubishi Minica Skipper, a small sports coupe. This car, which looks like a compact version of the Galant GTO, was a short-lived classic.
Vintage Vibe: Exploring the Charm of the “Funny Rider” Kei-Truck Camper
Sitting in the midsummer sunshine of the Shonan Marina is a cute kei-truck camper. The front end is clad in a Ford Econoline-style face kit, while the rear is fitted with an FRP shell kit. It also carries a horizontal lift pop-up roof. Driving around town in such a stylish vehicle is sure to be a hit on social media.
Inside the New N-BOX: A Comprehensive Ride Through Honda’s Latest Evolution
The best-selling car in Japan is Honda's N-BOX kei-car, which sold 218,478 units in FY2023, making it the best-selling model including regular cars. The N-BOX was fully remodeled in October 2023 to become the third generation. So, a young automotive writer in his 20s checked out the new N-BOX in a variety of situations.
Woodland Wanderer: Unveiling the Tranquil Beauty of Fuji Cypress in Camper Interiors
Mishima Daihatsu proposes a camper that uses Fuji cypress from Shizuoka Prefecture and offers the warmth of solid wood. The kei-camper, given the catchphrase "Traveling Little Log House" and the name "Quokka Wanabee", will surely be a messenger of happiness to its owner.
American Dreams: The Stylish Evolution of Kei-Truck Honda ‘Acty’
Kei-trucks change their shape according to their owners' lifestyles and undergo significant changes to suit various scenes. Tomohiko Yoshinaga's Honda “Acty” is a stylish vehicle with an American taste.
Retro Revival: Transforming a ‘Copen’ into a Porsche ‘356’ Tribute
Mr. Kuriyama was one of those who were fascinated by the styling of the legendary Porsche 356. Instead of the 356, which was an expensive car, Mr. Kuriyama was introduced to a Daihatsu "Copen" that closely resembled the 356, which greatly changed the course of his car life.
