Daihatsu may not be that big a brand outside Japan, but I’m a big fan of its superminis (kei cars in Japan), especially the Mira/Charade. Hey, you still got to love them, they’re a Toyota affiliate anyway.

The Tanto was first unveiled as a concept in the 2003 Tokyo Motor show. It featured a tall look making it look like a box on wheels more than anything. In any case, Daihatsu will be featuring a redesigned Tanto and Tanto custom at the Tokyo Motor Show this year. The new Tanto will feature a pillarless power-sliding door. It’s designed to be a mini-people mover. It would even sport wood-grain flooring.

It’s a small and agile car with the space to fit passengers and some luggage.