From your first inquiry to collecting your vehicle at the destination port, here's exactly how buying a Japanese vehicle through Namco Japan works, step by step.
Contact Our Auction Team
Finding the right vehicle begins with understanding your exact requirements. Simply complete our Auction Inquiry Form by providing your preferred vehicle specifications, including the make, model, grade, year, mileage, colour and total budget.
Our experienced auction specialists will carefully review your inquiry and search upcoming Japanese vehicle auctions to identify vehicles matching your requirements.
Japan's nationwide auction network operates Monday through Saturday, offering access to well over 100,000 vehicles every week across the country's leading auction houses.
Once suitable vehicles have been identified, we will provide auction information, official inspection sheets and available photographs before any bidding takes place.
Submit your Auction Inquiry here →Security Deposit
Before placing any bids on your behalf, a fully refundable security deposit is required.
The security deposit authorises Namco Japan to participate in the auction according to your approved maximum bidding amount.
If your selected vehicle is not successfully purchased, or if no bids are placed, your security deposit will be refunded in full. If your vehicle is successfully purchased, the security deposit will automatically be deducted from your final invoice.
Security Deposit Schedule
| Maximum Approved Bid | Security Deposit |
|---|---|
| Up to ¥1,000,000 | ¥100,000 |
| ¥1,000,001 – ¥2,000,000 | ¥200,000 |
| ¥2,000,001 – ¥3,000,000 | ¥300,000 |
| ¥3,000,001 – ¥4,000,000 | ¥400,000 |
| ¥4,000,001 – ¥5,000,000 | ¥500,000 |
| Above ¥5,000,000 | 50% of Approved Maximum Bid |
Security deposits may be paid in Japanese Yen (JPY) or the equivalent amount in United States Dollars (USD).
Vehicle Selection & Auction Bidding
Once suitable vehicles have been identified, our team will provide you with the official auction inspection sheets, available photographs and vehicle information for your review.
After you have selected your preferred vehicle and confirmed your maximum bidding amount, our auction specialists will place bids strictly according to your authorised limit.
As soon as the auction concludes, we will immediately notify you of the result. If your bid is successful, we will issue a Proforma Invoice containing the complete payment details for your purchased vehicle. The remaining balance must be settled within the specified payment period before export preparations begin.
Estimated FOB Preparation Charges
What is FOB?
FOB (Free On Board) is an internationally recognised shipping term used in global trade. The FOB cost includes all necessary Japan-side preparation costs required before shipment, including auction-related charges, local consumption tax, export preparation, transportation to the port, documentation and handling.
Estimated FOB Cost Examples
| Vehicle Purchase Price (JPY) | Estimated FOB Preparation Cost (JPY) |
|---|---|
| ¥1,000,000 vehicle | ¥205,000 |
| ¥2,000,000 vehicle | ¥305,000 |
| ¥3,000,000 vehicle | ¥405,000 |
| ¥4,000,000 vehicle | ¥505,000 |
| ¥5,000,000 vehicle | ¥605,000 |
What Is Included In FOB?
The estimated FOB preparation cost includes:
- Auction house charges
- Japanese consumption tax (JCT)
- Export documentation preparation
- Export certificate processing
- Transportation from auction location to departure port
- Port handling charges
- Vehicle loading preparation
- Shipping of vehicle documents and accessories
- Export administration and coordination
- Namco Japan export service fee
Important Notice
The FOB costs shown above are estimated examples only and are provided to help customers understand the approximate Japan-side preparation costs involved. The final FOB quotation may vary depending on:
- Auction location
- Distance between auction house and departure port
- Vehicle size and transportation requirements
- Destination country requirements
- Additional inspection requirements
- Storage or handling requirements
Our export team will always confirm the final FOB quotation before bidding takes place.
Export Preparation & Shipping Arrangement
Following confirmation of your payment, we will begin preparing your vehicle for export.
This process includes arranging all necessary export documentation, completing any required inspections, coordinating customs export procedures and booking the earliest suitable vessel to your selected destination port.
Throughout this stage, our team carefully manages each step to ensure your vehicle is prepared and shipped in accordance with Japanese export regulations and the import requirements of your destination country.
Shipment Confirmation
Once your vehicle has been loaded onto the vessel, we will confirm the shipment details and provide you with the vessel information, shipping schedule and estimated arrival date at your destination port.
Our export team will continue to monitor the shipment and remain available to assist you with any questions throughout the transit period.
Export Documents & Vehicle Collection
After your vehicle has been successfully shipped, we will prepare and dispatch your original export documentation.
Your document package will typically include:
- Export Certificate
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Any inspection certificates or additional documents required for your destination country
The original documents will be sent to you by international courier, enabling you or your customs clearing agent to complete the import process and collect your vehicle upon arrival at the destination port.
Ready to get started?
Submit your requirements and let our auction specialists find the right vehicle for you.
Start Auction Inquiry