Compliance-Based, Appropriate, and Prompt Customs Clearance and Related Services

We provide appropriate and prompt customs clearance and related services based on compliance.
Having obtained customs brokerage permission from the Minister of Finance, we operate customs clearance offices in 8 locations nationwide. In June 2017, we were certified as an "Authorized Economic Operator (AEO)" by the Director-General of Tokyo Customs and have been utilizing the liberalization of import / export declaration offices. A team of professionals, primarily registered customs specialists, handles appropriate and prompt air and ocean customs clearance and related operations, adhering to compliance with laws such as the Customs Brokerage Act and the Customs Act.

Customs Clearance Services

When exporting or importing goods in trade, it is necessary to declare items such as the name, type, quantity, and price of the goods to the customs office. After undergoing necessary inspections, and in the case of imports, paying customs duties, permission must be obtained. We act as our customers' agents to handle these complex export / import declaration procedures, which require specialized knowledge of numerous laws.

HS Code

The HS Code (Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System) is a globally standardized number established under an international convention for the classification of goods. All goods are classified into 6-digit numbers, and HS codes are used to collect statistical data on Japan's exports and imports.

Incoterms

Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) are international rules established by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in 1936 to define the allocation of costs and responsibilities in trade transactions. Since their inception, revisions have been made every few years, with the most recent edition published in January 2020.

Examples of Items Regulated by Other Laws and Regulations

There are various items whose import is restricted by other laws and regulations. Here are some examples of such items and their respective contact points:

  • Fruits & Vegetables, Fresh Flowers, Seeds - (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries)
  • Processed Foods - (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare)
  • Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices - (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare)
  • Narcotics, Psychotropic Substances - (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare)
  • Chemicals - (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare)
  • Animals, Meat Products, Dairy Products - (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries)
  • Furs - (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry)

EPA Tariff Certified Advisors

About the Customs Think Tank Project

Since 2019, we have been a pioneer in the industry, launching the "Customs Think Tank Project," a paid consulting service that integrates the agility of a freight forwarder with specialized customs knowledge. This project aims to support our customers' trade operations. Through this project, we provide clear explanations of the complex systems and rules of Economic Partnership Agreements (EPAs), and we demonstrate reductions in customs duty payments as a tangible metric by applying preferential tariff rates.

EPA Tariff Certified Advisor System

Amid significant changes in the global trade environment, the Japan Customs Brokers Association introduced the "EPA Tariff Certified Advisor System" in 2025 to address the current situation where companies are not fully utilizing EPAs as a business strategy. This system targets registered customs specialists who are specialized in understanding the complex systems of EPAs.
In the inaugural year of this system, six of our employees were certified and are now available as "EPA Tariff Certified Advisors" to respond to customer inquiries. We will continue to increase the number of certified advisors, offering comprehensive guidance and consultation from the method of utilizing EPAs and their complex systems to export and import customs procedures, through a one-stop service. Please feel free to consult with us.