One Contact.
1,000+ Japanese Manufacturers.
All the Hassle, Gone.
From product sourcing and consolidation to export documentation and international shipping — APIDES is your single point of contact for Japanese products.
We respond within 2 business days. No commitment required.
Does sourcing from Japan feel like this?
Lost in translation with Japanese suppliers
Emails go unanswered for days. Catalogs are in Japanese only. Negotiating terms feels impossible without a local contact who truly understands both sides.
Too many suppliers, too much complexity
Sourcing from multiple Japanese manufacturers means managing separate contacts, invoices, and shipments — multiplying your workload every time you add a new product.
High MOQs that limit your range
Many Japanese manufacturers require large minimum orders. For importers who want variety, this forces you to overstock or walk away from products your customers want.
Export paperwork that slows everything down
Certificate of Origin, MSDS, country-specific labeling requirements — each market has different rules, and one missing document can hold up your entire shipment at customs.
Switch to APIDES — and see what changes.
- ✖ Reach out to manufacturers directly — in Japanese
- ✖ Negotiate MOQ and pricing with each supplier separately
- ✖ Receive fragmented shipments from multiple origins
- ✖ Handle export documents (COO, MSDS) on your own
- ✖ Risk customs delays from incomplete paperwork
- ✔ One English-speaking contact handles everything
- ✔ Access 1,000+ manufacturers through a single account
- ✔ Consolidated shipment from our warehouse — lower freight costs
- ✔ We prepare all export documentation for you
- ✔ Small-lot orders available — test before you commit
APIDES sits between you and Japan's manufacturers — handling sourcing, consolidation, documentation, and shipping so you can focus on selling.
4 Reasons Buyers Choose APIDES
80 years of manufacturer relationships and our own logistics network — put to work for your business.
🔗 One account. Access to 1,000+ Japanese manufacturers.
From kitchenware and ceramics to textiles and daily essentials — we cover virtually every category of Japanese housewares and gifts. No need to build relationships with individual manufacturers.
🚛 Consolidated shipping from our own warehouse.
We collect products from multiple manufacturers at our logistics centers and ship them together as one consolidated order. FOB and EXW available. We optimize container space to minimize your freight costs.
📦 Small-lot orders across multiple manufacturers.
Unlike dealing with manufacturers directly, you can mix products from different suppliers in a single small-lot order. Perfect for testing new products or responding quickly to seasonal demand.
🗂️ All export paperwork, handled for you.
Certificate of Origin, MSDS, and country-specific documentation requirements — we handle the paperwork so your shipment clears customs without delays. English correspondence throughout.
1,000+ Manufacturers. All from Japan.
Whatever your customers are looking for — kitchenware, ceramics, textiles, daily essentials — we source it, consolidate it, and ship it to you.
Kitchenware
Plastics & Value Goods
Daily Necessities & Consumables
Character Goods
Woodenware & Interior
Ceramics, Glass & Metal
Towels & Textiles
Household & Health
Currently shipping to 10+ countries worldwide
We handle export documentation and logistics for each destination — including country-specific labeling and customs requirements.
Taiwan 
Hong Kong 
South Korea 
Singapore 
China 
Vietnam 
Thailand 
Philippines 
USA 
Netherlands 
Slovakia + more on requestBusinesses like yours, already sourcing from Japan.
A trading company was receiving requests from overseas buyers for specific Japanese brands, but building individual supplier relationships took weeks each time. By switching to APIDES, they now handle new product requests within days — no new accounts, no new negotiations.
A retail chain wanted to expand its Japanese housewares range for a seasonal campaign. APIDES sourced products across multiple categories, consolidated them into a single shipment, and handled all customs documentation — meeting the campaign deadline with room to spare.
An online retailer wanted to test Japanese kitchenware and ceramics before committing to large inventory. APIDES enabled small-lot orders across multiple manufacturers in one order. The trial sold out within weeks, leading to a larger follow-up order.
From first contact to first delivery — 4 simple steps.
We guide you through every step. No experience sourcing from Japan required.
Get in Touch
Tell us what you're looking for — product categories, target price points, or specific brands. Early-stage inquiries are welcome.
No preparation neededSourcing Proposal
We listen to your needs and propose products from our network of 1,000+ manufacturers. All communication is in English.
English throughoutAccount Setup
We guide you through the required documentation. Our team handles the process and keeps you informed at every stage.
We guide you through itOrder & Delivery
Place your order and we handle consolidation, export documentation, and shipment. FOB or EXW available. Your dedicated contact continues to support you after delivery.
Ongoing support after deliveryFrequently Asked Questions
No commitment required. We respond within 2 business days.
80 years of trust in Japanese housewares — now at your service.
| Company Name | APIDES Co., Ltd. |
| Established | December 1945 (80 years in business) |
| Head Office | 1-9-7 MorinomiyaChuo, Chuo-ku, Osaka 540-0003, Japan |
| Capital | ¥100 million |
| Core Business | Wholesale and export of housewares and gift items. Planning and development of original products. |
| Domestic Network | Headquarters in Osaka, with branches across Japan. |
| Logistics Network | 2 logistics centers in Shiga and Saitama.→ Enables consolidated shipping from a single origin to your destination. |
| Export Destinations | Taiwan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Singapore, China, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, USA, Netherlands, Slovakia, and more. |
Let's talk about what
you're looking for.
Whether you have a specific product in mind or are just exploring what's available — our team is ready to help. All in English.
We respond within 2 business days. No commitment required.