Shippio

About Shippio

Shippio is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, that is digitalizing international trade and logistics. Founded in 2016 by Takanori Sato (CEO) and Takashi Tsuchiya (COO), the company was established to address the inefficiencies and complexities within the international trade and logistics sector through technology. Sato, who previously worked at Mitsui & Co., Ltd., and Tsuchiya decided to launch the venture after a conversation in Beijing in 2015.

Shippio operates as Japan's first digital forwarder, offering a cloud-based platform to streamline global trade. The company provides services for both shippers (importers/exporters like manufacturers and trading companies) and international logistics providers. Its business model combines a full-service forwarding operation, where it coordinates the entire international transportation process, with a SaaS platform. This platform allows clients to manage and track shipments, analyze costs, handle invoices, and manage trade documentation through a single dashboard.

The core of Shippio's service is its platform that integrates cargo tracking, stakeholder communication, and trade data analysis. Key features include real-time tracking of shipments, automated documentation to reduce manual work, and centralized management of quotes and orders. This digital approach aims to bring speed and precision to a traditionally paper-based industry. The company serves businesses involved in international trade, helping them to turn trade data into a strategic asset.

Shippio has seen significant growth, backed by substantial funding. In October 2025, the company raised ¥3.24 billion in a Series C round, bringing its total funding to approximately ¥7 billion. This round was led by DNX Ventures and included a mix of equity and debt financing from various investors and financial institutions. The funds are intended for product development, potential M&A activities, and organizational scaling.