Find Distributors & Manufacturers in Japan
Browse 435 verified B2B companies based in or covering Japan, manufacturers, importers, distributors, and sales agents. Filter by company type, product category, sales channel, or certification, then send an introduction request directly through the platform.
AGC Inc., Automotive Glass Division
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Global Tier-1 automotive windshield and laminated glass OEM supplier.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Aiphone Co., Ltd.
Nagoya, Japan 🇯🇵
Commercial and residential intercom and video door entry for professional installers.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Aisin
Kariya, Japan 🇯🇵
Automotive transmissions, brake systems and mobility components.
Domain live · Jun 2026
ANBER Inc.
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Japanese specialty food and ingredient products
Domain live · Jun 2026
Asamurasaki Co.,Ltd.
Yame, Japan 🇯🇵
Japanese soy sauce and traditional condiment producer
Domain live · Jun 2026
BLOOM CLASSIC Co., Ltd.
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Since 1987: Japanese organic cosmetics OEM with 1,000+ SKUs for skin, hair, and body care.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Crops Sports
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Manufacturer of camping, cycling, outdoor or travel products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
FANUC
Oshino, Japan 🇯🇵
Cnc systems, industrial robots and factory automation equipment.
Domain live · Jun 2026
FOR-A
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
FOR-A manufactures broadcast, professional audio-video, live production or stage-lighting equipment.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Fujifilm
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Imaging products, medical systems, films and specialty materials.
Domain live · Jun 2026
FUJIOH (Fuji Industrial Group)
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Japan's No.1 household cooker hood market share with consistent R&D-to-production system.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Fukuhara Co., Ltd.
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Osaka-based circular knitting machine manufacturer producing single-jersey, interlock, rib, and terry machines for apparel and technical fabric mills across Asia since 1907.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Furuno Electric
Nishinomiya, Japan 🇯🇵
Furuno Electric manufactures marine equipment, navigation, propulsion, deck machinery or safety systems.
Domain live · Jun 2026
GEO JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Educational toy OEM/ODM manufacturing and import: GEOFIX, mic o mic, xyloba, and wooden puzzles.
Domain live · Jun 2026
GREEN HOUSE CO., LTD.
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Comprehensive electronic equipment manufacturer: PC peripherals, audio/visual, kitchen goods, IoT OEM.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Hakuhodo Co., Ltd.
Kumano, Japan 🇯🇵
Handcrafted Japanese makeup brushes trusted by professionals on five continents.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing Co., Ltd.
Kobe, Japan 🇯🇵
The world's best-selling sake brand, loved in over 55 countries.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Hamamatsu Photonics
Hamamatsu, Japan 🇯🇵
Optical sensors, photomultiplier tubes and imaging devices.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Hitachi Construction Machinery
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Hydraulic excavators, wheel loaders and mining equipment.
Domain live · Jun 2026
HORIBA
Kyoto, Japan 🇯🇵
Analytical instruments, measuring systems and diagnostic devices.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Ichikoh Industries
Isehara, Japan 🇯🇵
Ichikoh Industries manufactures automotive components, diagnostics, workshop equipment or EV service tools.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Icom
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Icom manufactures marine equipment, navigation, propulsion, deck machinery or safety systems.
Domain live · Jun 2026
IDEC Corporation
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Safety relays, HMI panels and PLCs for machine control.
Domain live · Jun 2026
ITO EN, Ltd.
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Japan's number-one green tea brand, grown for the world.
Domain live · Jun 2026
KAI Group (Kai Corporation)
Seki, Japan 🇯🇵
World-class Japanese cutlery forged in the knife capital of Japan.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kaneka
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Chemicals, additives and industrial chemical products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kao
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Personal care, cosmetics, hygiene and household products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kewpie Corporation
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Japan's iconic umami mayonnaise, the pantry staple that went global.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Keyence
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Sensors, measurement systems and factory automation devices.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kokuyo
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Stationery, paper goods and office products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kokuyo Co., Ltd.
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Stationery and office furniture manufacturer, exporting notebooks, binders, and filing systems to global distributors.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Komatsu
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Construction, mining and utility equipment.
Domain live · Jun 2026
KOSÉ
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Skincare, makeup and beauty products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kosé Corporation
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Prestige Japanese skincare trusted in over 40 international markets.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kubota
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Tractors, engines, construction equipment and agricultural machinery.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kuraray
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Chemicals, additives and industrial chemical products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Kuretake Co., Ltd.
Nara, Japan 🇯🇵
Master Japanese ink and brush craft, exported to over 80 countries.
Domain live · Jun 2026
LIHIT LAB. INC.
Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵
Japanese stationery and office supplies manufacturer since 1938, based in Osaka.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Like-it Japan
Nara, Japan 🇯🇵
Manufacturer of stationery, gifts, craft, home or educational products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Lion Corporation
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Oral care, detergents, hygiene and household products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
LIXIL
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Sanitary ware, fixtures and bathroom products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Makino Milling Machine
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Cnc machining centers, edm and automation systems.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Makita Corporation
Anjo, Japan 🇯🇵
Japan's number-one power tool exporter, built for trades professionals worldwide.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Mayekawa
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Mayekawa manufactures water treatment, membrane, industrial refrigeration or cold-chain systems.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Mimaki Engineering Co., Ltd.
Tomi, Japan 🇯🇵
Wide-format inkjet and UV flatbed printer manufacturer for sign and graphics.
Domain live · Jun 2026
MinebeaMitsumi
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Bearings, motors, sensors and precision electronic components.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Mitsubishi Electric
Tokyo, Japan 🇯🇵
Factory automation, power systems, semiconductors and hvac equipment.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Mizkan
Handa, Japan 🇯🇵
Vinegar, sauces, condiments and prepared food products.
Domain live · Jun 2026
Top categories from Japan
About manufacturing in Japan
Japan combines a sophisticated industrial base, precision machinery, electronics, automotive components, advanced materials, processed food, beauty, with a tradition of long-term supplier relationships, careful documentation, and unmatched quality control. Japanese B2B partnerships typically take longer to establish but are exceptionally durable once formed.
Buyers source from Japan when defect rates, brand prestige, technical IP, or regulatory standards are mission-critical. Direct-to-end-buyer relationships are uncommon; most international trade flows through trading houses (sōgō shōsha, Mitsubishi, Mitsui, Itochu, Sumitomo, Marubeni) or category-specialist agents.
Why source from Japan
- Industry-leading defect rates and process quality (Kaizen / TPS heritage).
- Deep R&D base in precision machinery, advanced materials, sensors, and robotics.
- Strong IP protection and brand prestige in beauty, food, electronics, and automotive segments.
- CPTPP and EU-Japan EPA give preferential access to many major export markets.
- Reliable logistics from Yokohama, Kobe, and Nagoya, with strong air-freight network out of Narita and Kansai.
Trade agreements covering Japan
Japan is a member of the following trade blocs and agreements, distributors importing from Japan can claim preferential or zero tariff where origin requirements are met.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a Japanese trading house to import from Japan?
No, but it often helps. Sōgō shōsha and category-specialist trading companies provide credit, logistics, language, and relationship continuity. For small-to-mid volumes or specialised categories, working directly with manufacturers is increasingly viable, especially in cosmetics and processed food.
How do I verify a Japanese manufacturer?
Look up the corporate number (hōjin bangō) via the National Tax Agency's Corporate Number Publication Site (houjin-bangou.nta.go.jp). Confirm any JIS or sector-specific certifications. Request references from existing distribution partners.
What are typical payment terms for Japan B2B?
Letters of credit are common for international transactions. Established relationships often transition to bank transfer Net-30 or Net-60. Documentary collection (D/P or D/A) is widely used for medium-sized export orders.
How long does it take to establish a Japanese supplier relationship?
Plan for 6-12 months of relationship-building before serious commercial commitments, multiple face-to-face meetings, sample evaluations, factory visits, and small trial orders are standard. Patience is rewarded with exceptional long-term consistency.
What FTAs cover Japan exports?
CPTPP (covering 11 Pacific Rim economies), EU-Japan EPA (zero tariff on 99% of goods), UK-Japan CEPA, Japan-ASEAN, RCEP, and bilateral deals with Australia, India, Mexico, Switzerland, and several others.
How to verify a manufacturer in Japan
- Look up the company's hōjin bangō (corporate number) on houjin-bangou.nta.go.jp.
- Confirm JIS or sector certifications with the issuing body.
- Request the latest financial statements (kessan), public for kabushiki-gaisha (KK) companies.
- Validate trade-credit-insurance limit if applicable (NEXI is the Japanese ECA).
- Ask for two reference customers in comparable export markets.
- Confirm CPTPP / EU-Japan EPA / RCEP origin paperwork capability for preferential tariff claims.