Container Liner Service
In 1994, we launched a direct container service between major ports in China and regional ports in Japan, transforming the conventional cargo flow that had been centered on major ports and enabling reductions in logistics costs.
Since then, we have steadily expanded our service network. With key hubs in Shanghai, Ningbo, Dalian, Qingdao, and Tianjin, we have developed direct services linking ports across Kyushu, the Seto Inland Sea, the Sea of Japan, and Hokkaido. Our network further extends to ports in the Yangtze River basin, as well as Xiamen, Fuzhou, and Hong Kong, and continues to expand across Southeast Asia—including Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines—and India.
As trade between Japan, China, and other Southeast Asian countries continues to grow in both scale and sophistication, we sincerely hope to contribute to regional revitalization and economic development through our services.
Direct service to local ports
The overland transportation required for cargo moving between local ports via major ports in Japan places a significant burden on the environment and is increasingly challenged by a shortage of truck drivers.
Utilizing the direct services of KAMBARA KISEN Co., Ltd. to local ports helps customers build and operate efficient supply chains, particularly those with regional production and distribution bases.
We also believe that KAMBARA KISEN Co., Ltd.’s business model—connecting local ports in Japan directly with major ports in China and other countries—is an effective approach to addressing key challenges facing Japan, including global warming and an aging population.
A network linking 81 ports in 17 countries and regions
We currently operate our own service routes connecting five major ports in East and North China with 11 regional ports across Japan, from Hokkaido to Kagoshima. In addition, through partnerships with leading companies in each region, we extend our services to the Yangtze River basin, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.
Environmental Initiatives
Adoption of advanced eco-friendly vessels
With a fleet of seven owned container vessels of over 1,000 TEU, optimized to efficiently serve regional ports in Japan, we provide liner services that consistently meet the highest expectations of our customers.
One of our key strengths is our ability to develop vessels with optimal designs that meet specific trade requirements while incorporating innovative, environmentally friendly technologies, in collaboration with our affiliated shipbuilder, Tsuneishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd.
Operation
Operation service
We have established a ship operation management unit in Shanghai, which oversees cross-border vessel operations, with ship information centrally managed by our head office.
In addition to establishing company-owned container operation bases at three locations in Japan and seven locations in China, we have also built a strong network of local partners both domestically and internationally. This enables us to provide comprehensive support to our customers across regions worldwide.