Japanese Vehicle Sourcing for Dealers and Importers
Tell us the models, quantities and budget you need. Our Japan team helps source vehicles through auctions and coordinates export and shipping.
Send a dealer enquiryWhat we do for dealers
One Japan-side team for sourcing, paperwork and shipping.
Auction sourcing
We shortlist lots from the USS, TAA, CAA, JU and Arai auction groups against your buying brief.
Wholesale and repeat buying
Monthly volumes and repeat orders on the same brief, with one account for every invoice and document.
Fleet sourcing
Matched units for fleets: same model, year range and colour where the auctions allow.
Auction-sheet review
English translation of every sheet, with our notes on repairs, rust and warning lights.
Japan-side support
Inland transport, yard storage, extra photos and pre-shipment inspections booked for you.
Export documents
Export certificate, invoice, bill of lading and any inspection certificate your country requires.
Export documents guideRoRo shipping
Regular RoRo bookings for running vehicles to your nearest port.
Container shipping
Consolidated 20 ft and 40 ft loads to lower freight per unit and protect the vehicles.
RoRo vs containerCountry requirements
Age, steering and inspection rules checked for your market before every bid.
Import by countryFrom enquiry to shipment
The same steps for your first car and your hundredth.
Dealer enquiry
Send your volume, models, budget and destination port.
Customer account
We open your KTJAPAN account for quotes, invoices and documents.
Sales qualification
A short call or WhatsApp chat to agree your buying brief.
Vehicle shortlist
Auction lots that match your brief, with translated sheets.
Deposit invitation
A KTA deposit invoice for the buying limit you need.
Auction access
You approve maximum bids; we bid and report results the same day.
Purchase
Balance due within 48 hours of a win, paid to our company account in Japan.
Shipping
Inspection, export papers and RoRo or container booking to your port.
Deposits and buying limits
Your refundable security deposit sets how much you can have open at once. Open bids and unpaid wins count together.
USD 1,000 deposit
Buying limit up to USD 5,000.
USD 2,000 deposit
Buying limit up to USD 10,000.
USD 3,000 deposit
Buying limit up to USD 15,000.
Send a dealer enquiry
We reply within one business day with next steps and a buying brief to confirm.
Dealer questions
How does auction buying work?
You send us the lot and your maximum bid, pay a security deposit, and we bid for you. If we win, you pay the balance within 48 hours.
How much deposit do I need?
Your buying limit is five times your deposit: USD 1,000 covers up to USD 5,000, USD 2,000 up to USD 10,000, USD 3,000 up to USD 15,000 and USD 5,000 up to USD 25,000. Open bids and unpaid wins count together against the limit.
What happens to my deposit if I don’t win?
It stays in your account for your next bid request, or you can ask for a refund (bank charges apply).
What is included in “Auction & inland charges”?
One combined charge that covers auction house fees, the recycling fee, inland transport in Japan and Japanese taxes. Repairs are added only after you agree.
How do I pay?
By international bank transfer (T/T) to Khan Trading Co., Ltd. in Japan. The bank details are on your proforma invoice.
Who pays the bank charges?
The buyer pays all bank charges, including intermediary bank fees.
How do I avoid payment fraud?
Only pay to the company account shown on your official invoice. We never ask you to pay a personal account. If in doubt, contact us on our official WhatsApp before paying.
Which currency do I pay in?
Invoices are normally in US dollars. Ask us if you need another currency.