One of our main specialties is exporting used goods from Japan, including vehicles, automotive parts, furniture and construction machinery. We are also a registered member of USS Auto Auction, enabling us to participate directly in its used-vehicle auctions in Japan. In 2025, we handled 52,010 TEU across 95 destination countries, equivalent to approximately 1,000 TEU per week. This operational scale, combined with our established relationships in the Japanese logistics market, allows us to provide dependable support to overseas partners and their customers.
Ahead of Globalia’s 7th Annual Meeting in Bangkok, we get to know Worlding Co., Ltd., member of Globalia Logistics Network in Tokyo/Yokohama and Osaka, Japan. In this interview, Mr. Kazufumi Yukawa shares the company’s expertise in Japanese exports, its international growth ambitions, and the opportunities it hopes to develop through the network.
Established in 2010, Worlding has built a strong presence in Japan’s freight forwarding industry, supported by a team of approximately 80 staff and a network of offices across the country. With extensive experience in exporting used vehicles, automotive parts, machinery and other goods, the company handled 52,010 TEU across 95 destination countries in 2025. As a new member of Globalia, Worlding looks forward to connecting its expertise in Japan with trusted international partners and developing new business opportunities across the network.
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Q. Could you briefly introduce your company and the main logistics services you provide?
A. Worlding Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based freight forwarder established in 2010, with our head office in Tokyo and offices in Osaka, Fukuoka, Kobe and other locations. We hold both Type I and Type II freight forwarding authorizations in Japan and have a team of approximately 80 staff with over 15 years of industry experience. We provide international ocean and air freight arrangements, inland transportation, container loading, customs clearance coordination and shipping documentation. Our team combines extensive logistics knowledge with practical expertise to develop comprehensive solutions tailored to each customer’s requirements.
One of our main specialties is exporting used goods from Japan, including vehicles, automotive parts, furniture and construction machinery. We are also a registered member of USS Auto Auction, enabling us to participate directly in its used-vehicle auctions in Japan. In 2025, we handled 52,010 TEU across 95 destination countries, equivalent to approximately 1,000 TEU per week. This operational scale, combined with our established relationships in the Japanese logistics market, allows us to provide dependable support to overseas partners and their customers.
Q. What motivated your company to join Globalia Logistics Network?
A. We joined Globalia to build relationships with reliable overseas partners and expand the services we can offer our customers beyond Japan. We believe that strong international partnerships are essential to providing dependable logistics solutions and creating new business opportunities. Globalia’s commitment to digital transformation, including tools such as FreightViewer, was another attraction for us. We see these tools as opportunities to improve efficiency and facilitate cooperation between members. The network’s exclusive membership model, with one member per location, also appealed to us because we believe it encourages closer relationships and a stronger commitment to developing business together.
Our established export business provides a solid foundation for cooperation with destination agents. By working closely with fellow members, we hope to connect our Japan-side expertise with their local capabilities, strengthen our presence in Europe and Africa, and explore new opportunities across the network.
Q. What are your key strengths or specialties that other members should know about?
A. Our main strength is our practical experience in exporting used goods from Japan. Japanese used products are valued worldwide for their quality and reliability, and we help overseas customers access this market through dependable export logistics. We handle approximately 1,000 TEU of exports per week, primarily used vehicles, automotive parts and other used goods. Our substantial shipment volumes and strong relationships with shipping lines help us secure competitive freight rates, reliable space allocations and suitable service options for our customers and overseas partners.
Used-goods shipments often require careful coordination with suppliers and yards, appropriate loading arrangements, and close attention to cargo condition and documentation. Our experienced team understands these operational requirements and supports partners throughout the Japan-side export process, from cargo collection and container loading to shipping arrangements and documentation. We believe that our combination of operational experience, established logistics relationships and commitment to customer service makes us a valuable partner for companies looking to develop business involving Japan.
In 2025, we handled 52,010 TEU across 95 destination countries, equivalent to approximately 1,000 TEU per week. This operational scale, combined with our established relationships in the Japanese logistics market, allows us to provide dependable support to overseas partners and their customers.
Q. Which markets, trade lanes, or industries do you focus on the most?
A. Our core business is ocean freight exports from Japan to the Middle East, Africa and Asia, with additional traffic to Europe and the Americas. The UAE is our largest destination market, followed by important markets such as Nigeria, Ghana, Thailand and the Philippines. We also handle shipments to South Africa, Kenya, Pakistan, Malaysia, Chile and other destinations worldwide.
Our main customer sectors include used vehicles and automotive parts, as well as used furniture, household goods and construction equipment. Beyond logistics, we are also active in international trading, purchasing used passenger cars, including luxury vehicles, trucks, construction machinery and solar panels in Japan for export and sale overseas. We also export Japanese sake, helping introduce Japanese products to international markets.
Looking ahead, we want to make full use of Globalia’s network to expand our import business into Japan and increase our handling of general cargo and project cargo. By combining our experience in Japan with fellow members’ local expertise, we hope to develop new opportunities across a broader range of industries and trade lanes.
Q. What opportunities are you hoping to develop through your membership in the network?
A. We hope to develop regular business with members who need a dependable logistics partner in Japan. Building on our established strength in used-goods exports, we are keen to expand our handling of general cargo, project cargo and imports into Japan through cooperation with Globalia members.
We are also looking for destination partners who can support our customers with local customs clearance, delivery and other services as required. We believe that successful partnerships should generate opportunities in both directions, allowing members to support one another’s customers while expanding their own international business.
With over 15 years of experience and a team that understands the practical requirements of international logistics, we are confident in our ability to develop solutions tailored to each shipment. Our aim is to build lasting partnerships that open new trade lanes, generate mutual business and broaden the range of services we can offer together.
Q. As a first-time attendee, what are you most looking forward to at the Annual Meeting in Bangkok?
A. We are looking forward to meeting fellow members in person and learning more about their businesses, local markets and priorities. We believe face-to-face meetings remain essential in every era and are one of the most important ways to build trust and establish lasting business relationships. Meeting personally allows us to understand one another better, discuss operational requirements and identify opportunities for cooperation. Our team from Tokyo and Osaka will attend, giving us the opportunity to discuss potential business directly with partners from different parts of the world. We are also excited to learn about the cultures and perspectives that members bring to the network. We would like to leave Bangkok with a clearer understanding of how we can support one another and with concrete opportunities that we can begin developing together.
Q. What message would you like to share with fellow members who may be meeting your team for the first time?
A. As the first company from Japan to attend this Annual Meeting, we look forward to sharing insights into Japan’s current market conditions and logistics environment. We would like fellow members to get to know our team, understand our capabilities and learn more about our approach to working with international partners.
If you have customers sourcing vehicles, automotive parts, machinery or other goods from Japan, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please feel free to approach us with an inquiry or even an early-stage business idea. We can help clarify the Japan-side arrangements and discuss how best to move the opportunity forward.
We are equally interested in learning about your company’s strengths and exploring how we can introduce your services to our customers. We hope that getting to know one another in Bangkok will lay the foundation for mutual trust and long-term cooperation.
Q. How do you see your company contributing to the collaboration and growth of the network?
A. We bring extensive knowledge of logistics in Japan, covering customs clearance, inland transportation, warehousing and local regulatory requirements. This expertise allows us to develop suitable logistics solutions for a wide range of cargo and operational needs, supporting fellow members with both exports from and imports into Japan.
We can also contribute our experience in used-goods shipments and the business opportunities generated by our established export traffic. We hope to involve fellow members whenever their destination services can add value for our customers, while providing dependable Japan-side support for their shipments. By sharing shipment opportunities and market information, communicating clearly and following through carefully on each inquiry, we aim to help fellow members expand their services and develop new business together. Whenever you need a logistics partner in Japan, you can count on Worlding. We will take the time to understand your requirements and work with you to find the right solution.
Quick Questions
In one sentence, how would you describe your company’s approach to customer service?
We listen carefully, respond promptly, communicate clearly and take responsibility for coordinating each shipment through to completion.
What is one type of shipment or project your team particularly enjoys handling?
We particularly enjoy coordinating containers of used vehicles and automotive parts, where careful planning and loading can make a real difference to the customer.
If a member visits your city, what is one place they should not miss?
Nihonbashi, near our Tokyo head office, is a wonderful place to discover traditional shops, Japanese food and sake while experiencing the city’s commercial history.
Three words that best describe your company.
Reliable. Agile. Innovative.
One thing partners can always expect when working with your team.
Personal attention and logistics solutions tailored to their needs.