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Market Entry & U.S. Logistics for Japanese Companies

Bringing Japanese products to customers in North America.

Drawing on the network of our group, which has operated in the United States for more than 40 years, we handle all the logistics needed to sell in North America, from shipping and customs clearance to warehousing and delivery. Our staff can assist you in Japanese.

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LOS ANGELES HOUSTON SAVANNAH CHICAGO TORONTO NEW YORK TOKYO PACIFIC OCEAN NORTH AMERICA

WHY KYOWA

Four Reasons to Choose KYOWA

REASON 1

Over 40 Years of Business in the United States

Our group has operated in the United States since the 1980s. We make practical proposals based on local business practices, experience with retailers and the realities of logistics on the ground.

40+ yearsTrack record in the U.S. market
1980sBegan operations in the U.S.
Logistics warehouse in North America REASON 2

Group Logistics Facilities Across North America and Asia

We use our group's logistics facilities to handle storage and shipping. Together with our drayage (container trucking) network from ports and rail terminals, we manage everything from arrival to delivery.

12locationsGroup warehouses
167,000m²Total warehouse space (approx.)
38locationsDrayage service locations (ports and rail)
REASON 3

One Point of Contact from Shipping to Delivery

There is no need to use separate providers for international shipping, customs clearance, warehousing and local delivery. A single point of contact makes communication and coordination smoother.

REASON 4

A Japanese-Speaking Point of Contact

Japanese-speaking staff assist you from the first consultation through day-to-day operations, reducing the burden of dealing with local providers in English and handling U.S. paperwork.

TWO WAYS

Two Ways to Enter North America

Sell under your own name, or let us handle the selling. Choose the approach that fits your goals and resources.

A · LOGISTICS SUPPORT

Sell It Yourself

You sell in North America, and we handle the logistics: international shipping, customs clearance coordination, warehousing and delivery.

  • Sell under your own brand
  • Amazon, retailers and your own online store
  • Use only the services you need
B · SOURCING & SALES (COMING SOON)

Let Us Sell It for You

We also plan to offer an option where we purchase your products and sell them to North American customers through our group's channels. You do not need to handle English-language negotiations or local sales operations yourself.

  • A wide range of product categories can be considered
  • Backed by our business with major North American retailers
  • Sold both in stores and online

CASES

Use Cases

The logistics you need depend on how you sell. We propose a logistics setup that fits your sales channels.

AMAZON FBA

Selling Through Amazon FBA

We receive goods shipped from Japan at our group's warehouse, palletize them and make split deliveries to the Amazon FBA warehouses designated by Amazon.

  • Receiving and palletizing
  • Split shipments to multiple FBA warehouses
  • Temporary storage and replenishment of inventory
RETAIL

Wholesaling to U.S. Retailers

We ship to stores and distribution centers in line with each retailer's delivery requirements (labels, pallets, delivery times, etc.).

  • Compliance with retailer delivery requirements
  • Shipping by pallet or case
  • Truck transport arrangements (FTL and LTL)
FULFILLMENT

Fulfilling Orders from Amazon, eBay, Wayfair and More

Keep inventory in a local warehouse and we pick, pack and ship each order from Amazon (merchant-fulfilled), eBay, Wayfair, your own online store and more. It's faster and cheaper than shipping each order from Japan.

  • Order-by-order fulfillment
  • Integration with Shopify and other e-commerce platforms
  • Return receiving and inspection
B2B

Exporting Large Goods and Equipment

For large and heavy items such as machinery, furniture and building materials, we arrange everything from container shipping to local storage and delivery to the destination.

  • Container (FCL) shipping
  • Storage of heavy and oversized cargo
  • Overland transport between the U.S. and Canada or Mexico

SERVICE FLOW

From Japan to Your Customers in North America

Below is what we handle at each stage. You can also combine only the stages you need.

  1. STEP01

    Shipping from Japan

    Based on cargo volume, size and delivery deadline, we choose between ocean and air freight and set the schedule.

    What we doProvide a shipping plan and quotation, and coordinate the shipping schedule
  2. STEP02

    International Shipping

    We handle full container loads (FCL), LCL shipments and air freight for urgent cargo.

    What we doBook ocean and air freight, and report on shipment status
  3. STEP03

    Customs Clearance in North America

    We coordinate import customs clearance in the U.S., Canada and Mexico through licensed local customs brokers.

    What we doAdvise on and check required documents, and coordinate with customs brokers
  4. STEP04

    From Port to Warehouse

    We pick up containers arriving at ports and rail terminals and transport them to our group's warehouses.

    What we doContainer pickup (drayage), warehouse receiving and inspection
  5. STEP05

    Storage & Inventory Management

    We store your goods and manage inbound, outbound and inventory levels. Customers can check inbound, outbound and inventory information online through our group's warehouse management system (WMS).

    What we doStorage, inventory management and regular inventory reports
  6. STEP06

    Delivery to Customers in North America

    We deliver to match your sales channels: inbound shipments to Amazon FBA warehouses, shipments to retailers, and order-by-order fulfillment for Amazon, eBay, Wayfair and more.

    What we doPicking and packing, delivery arrangements, and compliance with delivery requirements

GETTING STARTED

From Inquiry to Launch

  1. 1ContactContact us by form or email.
  2. 2ConsultationWe ask about your products, sales channels, volumes and so on. Online meetings are available.
  3. 3Plan and QuotationWe present the process and costs from shipping to delivery.
  4. 4Contract and First ShipmentWe check the required documents and coordinate the first shipment with you.
  5. 5Ongoing OperationsWe report regularly on inventory and shipment status.

FAQ

FAQ

Can you handle small shipments?
Yes. For cargo smaller than a full container, we propose a method suited to the volume, such as consolidated (LCL) shipping or air freight. Please start by telling us your expected volume.
How much does it cost?
Costs depend on cargo volume and size, storage period and number of shipments. After a consultation, we provide a quotation with a breakdown by stage.
Can we export without a company in the U.S.?
Working with local customs brokers, we can advise on matters such as how to register as an importer without a local entity. Please consult us about your situation.
Is it a problem if we do not speak English?
No. Japanese-speaking staff assist you from consultation through operations, and we handle communication with local providers.
Can you help us open an Amazon.com seller account?
Yes. We help with everything from opening your Amazon.com seller account to listing products and preparing FBA shipments, with assistance in Japanese.
Can you ship to Canada and Mexico?
Yes. We also handle overland transport from our U.S. warehouses to Canada and Mexico.

CONTACT

Market Entry Inquiry

Consultations and quotes are free. A member of our staff will respond within three business days.

Contact by Email
infojp@kyowajapan.co.jp
Weekdays 9:00–18:00 (JST)
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