Secondhand Dealer License No. 123010001221🔨USS · TAA · JU · ARAI Direct Access⚓Otaru, Tomakomai & Yokohama Ports
From Japanese Auctions to Your Port

How Our Vehicle & Heavy Machinery Export Process Works

First-time buyers and seasoned fleet importers welcome. We provide complete institutional transparency at every milestone — 70% refundable deposit secures live bidding, comprehensive physical video inspections, official Transport Bureau deregistration, and fully insured ocean transport.

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150,000+
Live Auction Listings Weekly
USS · TAA · JU · ARAI · MIRIVE
70%
Bidding Deposit (Refundable)
100% money-back if lot is lost
100%
Physical Inspection & Video
OBD-II diagnostics & 4K walkaround
48 hrs
B/L Issuance & Courier
Express DHL tracking to your door
Institutional Clarity

The 5-Step Export Journey in Detail

From initial auction catalog screening to final customs clearance at your local port, every single stage is executed under strict standards with continuous photographic and document updates.

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Free Consultation & Live Bids⏱ 1 – 2 Business Days

Consultation, Specifications & Live Auction Sourcing

From Hokkaido yard stock to 150,000+ weekly auction units across Japan

Share your exact vehicle or heavy machinery specifications, required budget, and target destination port. We immediately cross-reference our ready Hokkaido stock and deploy automated live screening across all major Japanese auction houses (USS, TAA, JU, ARAI, and MIRIVE).

What We Deliver At This Stage:

  • Original Japanese Auction Sheet (出品票) with full line-by-line English translation
  • Accurate total landed cost estimation (FOB & CIF calculations with zero hidden fees)
  • Detailed auction grade analysis (Grade 6 / 5 / 4.5 / 4 / 3.5 / R / RA)
  • Direct auction bidding schedule & countdown notification via WhatsApp / Email
Japanese Auction Sheet Grading Standards:
Grade S / 6: As NewGrade 5 / 4.5: Mint / SuperiorGrade 4: Clean / RecommendedGrade 3.5: Average ConditionGrade R / RA: Repaired (Disclosed)
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4K Video & OBD-II Diagnostics⏱ Prior to Auction Gavel

In-Person Physical Inspection & Live Video Walkaround

Never buy blind. Certified bilingual inspectors physically evaluate every unit.

Prior to auction bidding, our technical inspectors physically inspect the car or machinery in Japan. We examine every critical mechanical and structural component, run diagnostic equipment, and record high-definition walkaround video reports so you can bid with total peace of mind.

What We Deliver At This Stage:

  • OBD-II electronic computer scanner diagnostic report (engine, transmission & ABS codes)
  • Digital paint-depth gauge inspection to detect hidden body repairs or repaints
  • Cold-start engine sound recording and transmission engagement verification
  • Machinery: Hydraulic pump pressure test, track/undercarriage wear %, and verified hour meter
  • 50+ High-Resolution photos covering exterior, interior, undercarriage, and tire tread depth
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Workshop Certified & Prepped⏱ 3 – 5 Business Days

Workshop Overhaul, Shaken Standards & Biosecurity Wash

Dedicated mechanical preparation and international quarantine compliance.

Upon winning the vehicle or machine, the unit is safely transported via transporter truck to our Hokkaido preparation yard. Here, certified Japanese mechanics carry out full workshop maintenance, fluid service, and high-pressure international biosecurity cleaning.

What We Deliver At This Stage:

  • Comprehensive multipoint mechanical safety inspection and full oil/filter replacement
  • Sub-zero anti-freeze coolant flush (rated to -30°C Hokkaido heavy-duty winter spec)
  • Brake pad thickness measurement, caliper testing, and battery load testing
  • High-pressure steam underbody washdown to eliminate dirt, seeds, and organic matter
  • Compliant with Australian DAFF, New Zealand MPI, and strict global quarantine standards
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Domestic Buyers Note: Every car registered for domestic Japan road use includes our comprehensive 2-Year Shaken roadworthiness inspection & 1-Year prepaid road tax.
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Official Government Compliance⏱ 4 – 7 Business Days

Legal Japan Customs Clearance & Official Deregistration

Full administrative compliance with Japan Ministry of Transport (MLIT).

We handle the complete administrative documentation mandated by Japan Customs and the District Transport Bureau. We obtain the official Export Certificate (輸出抹消仮登録証明書), provide certified English legal translations, and arrange any country-specific pre-shipment inspections.

What We Deliver At This Stage:

  • Official Export Certificate (輸出抹消仮登録証明書) issued by the Transport Bureau
  • Certified Japanese-to-English translation of the Export Certificate with official company seal
  • Port Radiation Inspection Certificate (放射線測定証明書) confirming safe background levels
  • Pre-shipment inspection booking (JEVIC, JAAI, QISJ, EAA, Bureau Veritas) where required by destination country
  • Japan Customs Export Declaration & Loading Authorization (輸出許可通知書)
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RoRo / Container & DHL Express⏱ Vessel departure within 10–18 days

Ocean Freight Loading, Bill of Lading (B/L) & DHL Express Delivery

Fast RoRo or secure container shipping from Otaru, Tomakomai & Yokohama ports.

Your vehicle or machinery is booked on the next available vessel to your designated port of discharge. Once the vessel departs Japanese territorial waters, the shipping line issues the Master Bill of Lading (B/L). Upon 30% balance settlement, all original legal documents are couriered directly to you via tracked DHL Express.

What We Deliver At This Stage:

  • Choice of RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) or 20ft/40ft High Cube Container shipping
  • Professional heavy-duty timber lashing, wheel chocking, and marine security strapping
  • Official Master Bill of Lading (B/L) issued within 48 hours of vessel departure
  • Full shipping document packet: Original 3/3 B/L, Commercial Invoice, Packing List & Export Certificate
  • Tracked DHL Express courier delivery directly to your home or office address
Financial Security

Transparent Payment & Deposit Milestones

Zero surprise charges. You only pay for verified milestones with complete Japanese banking and invoicing transparency.

Milestone 1
70%

Auction Bidding Deposit

Transferred prior to bidding. Secures your bidding power across all Japanese auction houses. 100% refundable if you are outbid.

Refundable Security
Milestone 2
Winning

Hammer Price Confirmation

We send you the official auction win slip showing the exact hammer price. Inland transport to our Hokkaido yard is initiated.

Official Auction Invoice
Milestone 3
Yard Prep

Workshop & Customs Clearance

Mechanical fluid overhaul, biosecurity wash, radiation test, and official Export Certificate issued by Japan Transport Bureau.

Government Certifications
Milestone 4
30%

B/L Draft & Balance Payment

Vessel departs Japan and Master Bill of Lading (B/L) is issued. You clear the remaining 30% balance against the verified B/L copy.

Ocean Departure Proof
Milestone 5
Complete

DHL Document Release

Original 3/3 B/L, Export Certificate, English Translations, and Invoices couriered to your doorstep for easy port customs release.

DHL Express Courier
Global Logistics

Worldwide Destination Ports & Transit Schedules

We operate direct RoRo and containerized vessel connections from Hokkaido (Otaru & Tomakomai) and Yokohama to major seaports across 40+ countries.

Destination RegionKey Ports of DischargeEst. Ocean TransitShipping MethodsOrigin Ports
📍Middle EastJebel Ali (UAE), Dammam (KSA), Jeddah (KSA), Bahrain, Sohar (Oman)18 – 25 DaysRoRo / 40ft ContainerYokohama / Otaru
📍South AsiaKarachi (Pakistan), Chittagong (Bangladesh), Colombo (Sri Lanka)20 – 28 DaysRoRo / 20ft & 40ft ContainerYokohama / Tomakomai
📍East & Southern AfricaMombasa (Kenya), Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Durban (South Africa), Maputo (Mozambique)25 – 35 DaysRoRo / Container (JEVIC/QISJ Pre-inspected)Yokohama / Otaru
📍West AfricaLagos / Tin Can (Nigeria), Tema (Ghana), Abidjan (Ivory Coast)35 – 45 DaysRoRo / High Cube ContainerYokohama
📍Caribbean & AmericasKingston (Jamaica), Port of Spain (Trinidad), Georgetown (Guyana), Freeport (Bahamas)30 – 42 DaysContainer / RoRoYokohama / Tomakomai
📍Oceania & PacificAuckland (NZ), Lyttelton (NZ), Suva (Fiji), Port Moresby (PNG)16 – 24 DaysRoRo (Biosecurity DAFF/MPI Certified)Yokohama / Otaru
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RoRo (Roll-on / Roll-off) Shipping

Ideal for running passenger cars, commercial vans, trucks, and drivable heavy machinery. Cost-effective, frequent sailings, driven directly onto specialized multi-deck car carrier vessels.

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Containerized (20ft & 40ft High Cube)

Perfect for disassembled excavators, spare parts, high-value collectors cars, or multiple vehicles in one shipment. Fastened with heavy-duty timber cradles and steel wire tension lashing.

Clear Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about buying cars, trucks, and construction equipment from Japan.

How does the 70% bidding deposit work, and is it refundable?

Yes, 100% refundable. To participate in live auction bidding on USS, TAA, JU, and ARAI networks on your behalf, we require a 70% security deposit based on your pre-agreed maximum bid budget. If you are outbid at auction or decide not to proceed, your deposit is refunded in full to your bank account or can be retained as credit toward your next desired vehicle with zero deduction.

Can I see a detailed inspection and video before bidding?

Absolutely. Prior to the auction gavel falling, our bilingual mechanical team inspects the unit in person at the auction hall or yard. We provide an English translation of the official auction sheet, OBD-II scanner code check, cold engine start video, high-resolution undercarriage photos, and machinery hydraulic pressure readings.

What is the difference between FOB and CIF pricing?

FOB (Free On Board) includes the vehicle purchase price, Japanese domestic inland transport, workshop check, export deregistration, and Japan port loading fees. CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight) includes all FOB services plus international ocean freight and marine cargo insurance to your destination port. We provide clear, itemized quotes for both options.

Do you arrange destination pre-shipment inspections like JEVIC, JAAI, or QISJ?

Yes. Certain countries mandate strict pre-export mechanical, roadworthiness, or radiation inspections before departure (e.g. JEVIC for Kenya/Uganda, JAAI, QISJ for Tanzania, radiation checks for all global ports). We handle all inspection bookings, yard presentation, and pass certification before the vessel is loaded.

How are heavy machinery, excavators, and dump trucks shipped?

We ship heavy machinery through two methods: RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) for wheeled or operable tracked units, or disassembled and secured into 20ft/40ft High Cube containers. For containerized machinery, our yard crew builds certified timber cradles and heavy-gauge wire lashings to prevent any movement during ocean transit.

When do I pay the remaining 30% balance, and how do I receive original documents?

The remaining 30% balance is payable once the vehicle is safely loaded onto the vessel and the shipping line issues the draft Bill of Lading (B/L). Upon receipt of balance settlement, the complete legal package—including Original 3/3 B/L, Export Certificate, English Translation, Commercial Invoice, and Inspection Certificate—is dispatched via DHL Express with direct online tracking.

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Ready to Source Your Next Vehicle or Machine?

Tell us what make, model, or heavy machine you are looking for. We will search live Japanese auctions, inspect the vehicle in person, and provide a full landed cost estimate to your port.

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