About Shams International: A Japanese Used Car Exporter
Your gateway to premium used cars from Japan — based in Kawagoe, Saitama.
Africa · Asia ·
Middle East · Caribbean
A trusted global exporter of Japanese used vehicles
Shams International Trading Co. has grown into a trusted global exporter of Japanese used vehicles. We serve individuals, car dealerships, and businesses across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the Caribbean.
Based in Kawagoe, Saitama, we are a Japanese used car exporter that combines local market knowledge with a global shipping network. Our team bids at Japanese auctions on your behalf, verifies every vehicle’s condition and mileage, and manages the paperwork and logistics so that your car arrives safely and legally. We believe in honesty, transparency, and reliability — values that keep our clients coming back year after year.
Our Mission
To provide high-quality, reliable, and affordable used vehicles from Japan to customers across the globe with integrity, efficiency, and excellent service.
Our Vision
To become a globally recognized leader in Japanese used car exports, empowering customers with transparent service and long-term value.
Everything you need to import with confidence
Our five core services take the risk and the guesswork out of buying a car overseas.
Sourcing & inspection of used cars
We match you with vehicles that fit your needs and check them thoroughly.
Auction access to top Japanese sellers
Bid through us at the same auctions the trade uses.
Documentation & customs clearance
Export Certificate, B/L, Invoice and customs paperwork — sorted.
International shipping & port delivery
Reliable RoRo and container shipping worldwide.
After-sale support
We stay in touch long after the vehicle leaves Japan.
Honesty & transparency
Authentic vehicle data and clear company policies at every stage.
How a Japanese used car exporter should work
Buying a vehicle from overseas should never feel like a gamble. At Shams International we follow a simple approach: understand what you need, find vehicles that match, show you the real condition, and manage every step of the journey in writing.
Listen first. Every order starts with your make, model, budget and destination country, because import rules differ and the best car for one market may not suit another.
Show the facts. We provide photos, auction sheets, mileage information and inspection details so you can decide with confidence. Read more in our guide to reading Japanese auction sheets.
Handle the logistics. From local transport in Japan to shipping, documents and courier delivery, our team coordinates everything so you can focus on your business or family.
Stay in touch. We share vessel names and tracking numbers, answer questions by phone, WhatsApp and email, and support you after delivery. Browse the brands we export or see where we ship.
Here is where you can find us
18-25 Inaricho, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama 350-1144, Japan · Monday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (JST)
Ready to import your next vehicle from Japan?
Send us your preferred make, model and budget. We reply with matching vehicles, auction sheets and a full CIF quotation.