sayuri.co.jp

What It Is

Sayuri International Co., Ltd. is a vehicle exporter based in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Established in 1998, it focuses on exporting new cars, used cars, and auto parts. Its website combines inventory listings, account registration/login, online reservations, auction purchasing, and order tracking, making it more like a vertical cross-border automotive e-commerce service than a general-purpose e-commerce platform.

Core Capabilities and Supply Chain

The site states that the company keeps around 600 vehicles in its own inventory and can also source vehicles from used-car auctions across Japan according to customer requirements. Its key selling points are its own vehicle yard, repair workshop, and roadworthiness inspection facilities. It claims that all vehicles undergo mechanical, electrical, body, interior, cleaning, and roadworthiness checks before being transported to the port. For dealers, online access to auction sheets, at least 16 photos, order status, and financial records can help reduce information asymmetry in remote purchasing.

Pricing, Payment, and Fulfillment

Transactions are primarily quoted on a CIF basis, meaning the price includes the vehicle cost, ocean freight, and marine insurance, with the destination port specified. Typically, the deposit is 50% of the vehicle’s CIF value and must be paid within 72 hours after reservation to confirm the order. After receiving the deposit, the company arranges documentation and shipment, and provides a copy of the bill of lading after dispatch. Once the remaining balance is received, original documents are sent via DHL, UPS, or similar couriers. For payment, official Japanese bank account transfers are supported, while credit cards and PayPal may be used for certain payments or deposits. Bank fees are borne by the customer.

Pros and Cons

Its strengths include a long operating history, with the site claiming monthly exports of 800 to 1,000 vehicles to more than 40 countries, as well as a relatively complete inspection, preparation, and shipping workflow. It also supports both stock-vehicle purchases and auction-based sourcing. The main drawbacks are limited pricing transparency, as specific vehicle prices and deposit amounts still need to be confirmed with sales staff. The cancellation policy is also relatively strict: cancellations after an auction purchase, or cancellations of purchased vehicles after more than 72 hours, incur a penalty of 100,000 JPY per vehicle.

Who It’s For and Access from China

This service is better suited to overseas car dealers, importers, showroom sellers, and bulk buyers with steady demand for Japanese vehicle supply. It may also fit customers looking for modified vehicles such as ambulances or camper vans. The available information does not disclose access stability from mainland China, RMB payment support, China-focused customs clearance services, or local after-sales support, so China access is considered unknown. Buyers targeting the Chinese market should additionally verify vehicle import qualifications, emissions policies, payment compliance, and port customs clearance requirements.