Established in Yokohama, Japan • Since 2012
Setting the Global Standardfor Japanese SourcingTransparency
Ocean Trading was started by automotive engineers to solve the complexity, pricing fraud, and logistics failures in second-hand car exporting. Ten years later, we export thousands of JDM units annually with certified, fully-transparent bidding.
50,000+
Vehicles Sourced & Exported
14 Years
Japanese Auction Licensing
9 Countries
Fully-Served Inland Networks
0% Hidden Fees
Itemized FOB / CIF Guarantee
Our Core Philosophy
Honesty in an Opaque Market.
Automotive sourcing has historically run on hidden broker margins, false auction sheet translations, and odometer tampering. Ocean Trading operates differently. Every auction document is verified, every dent and engine issue is disclosed in high-res detail, and every invoice is fully itemized down to JDM tax receipts.
Direct JDM Sourcing
We grant our users physical or digital access to JDM databases. You see the true market clearance value.
Rigid Verification Process
Pre-export inspect certificates are verified through JEVIC and QISJ databases to guarantee safety.
Carbon-Compensated Logistics
We actively offset marine freight carbon footprint by investing in maritime shipping research.
OUR FOUNDATION
Our Mission & Values
Transparency
Every auction sheet is translated verbatim. Every dent is photographed. Every invoice is itemized.
Integrity
We operate with zero hidden fees. Our pricing is based on real market data and verified JDM tax receipts.
Innovation
We leverage AI inspection tools and real-time logistics tracking to ensure every unit arrives exactly as promised.
Reliability
14 years of licensing and 9 countries of inland delivery networks mean we never miss a shipment window.
GLOBAL REACH
Our Global Presence
From our headquarters in Yokohama to our partner offices across the globe, we are always close to the market.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Industry Recognition
Decades of auction excellence — certificates of appreciation and best-buyer honors from Japan’s leading used-vehicle cooperatives.
Trusted Worldwide
What Our Clients Say
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