January 13, 2024
Michael;s experience:

This company is owned by a bunch of non Japanese baboons. Long history of dishonesty and complete lack of integrity. Sending money to them is equivalent to sending your loved ones to Aokigahara forest. Your money is going there to die !!.

January 17, 2024
johnny;s experience:

Japan-Partner is the biggest scamming piece of s*** that has ever been created. I would never ever ever recommend them to a person in my life. They will bend you over a barrel and f*ck you till the pigs come home. They will mark "R" repaired cars and never wrecked, mark cars with D interiors to B, and much much more. I highly suggest anyone looking at a car from a dealer to look up the cars history. There are comapnys out there that are somewhat similar to carfax. Send them the VIN and some info on the car and they will pull up the Japanese Transportation Authority Records to see if it has ever been wrecked, show the true mileage etc... They can also pull up the auction records for the vehicle along with photos. Don't let a shady a** dealer like Japan-Partner.

January 19, 2024
Izo's experience:
For those of you whom are looking to export Nissan skylines from Japan to the USA that are older than 25 years, do not be deceived that you will find this kind of cars from Japan partner inc, or that they will help you get one from Japan auctions. These fraudulent dealers deceive buyers that they have skylines in storage awaiting them to age to 25 years and that no other dealer has them. This is total bull*t, this may seem too good to be true but this is scam!!!!!!!!!!!Do not fall a victim to this liars. You will simply be sending your money into a black hole and not purchasing from a real exporter. Do not trust the pictures they put on their site or trust that they will represent you in an auction. For all you know it could be a car that doesn't exist or may belong to another exporter and they are just using the photos to generate and dupe you into sales agreements. A common thing this crooks do is getting you to send them money and then tell you someone else bought the skyline before you did and they'll look to find you another car so you can't get your money back. There are many well established exporters in Japan who have invested a lot of time and money to do things the right way, This scammers are not authentic. I was not careful enough when I searched for a car in Japan and sent this crooks my money, I fell short and I ended up in bad situations. These people are pathogen comparable to coranavirus!!!!!

June 23, 2024 at 6:42 pm
My experience:
Japan Partner claims to be a legitimate exporter of used vehicles from japan, but from my experience, It is my opinion that it is unscrupulous company that has created a notion of legitimacy in order to continue defrauding innocent buyers from overseas and get away with it. I fell victim to an online fraudulent transaction with this company. I opt not to keep quiet about my experience, as often people defrauded keep quiet and allow these sort of companies to continue with their dishonest ways. I hope that my warning will prevent others from experiencing what I went through. I made a CIF payment to Japan Partner. for a vehicle to be shipped to my home country back on September 2013. Before I made the payment, they promised to deliver the vehicle in less than five weeks. But once I made the payment, I waited for months but they did not deliver the vehicle. No one contacted me to explain what was going on and when I tried to follow the matter I was told that I was being nuisance. I begged them to at least refund me the money but they declined. After months of waiting, I realised that I was on the path to losing my money. They kept lying to me and many times promised to contact me and did not. I confronted the contact person and threatened to report them to Interpol and expose them through the social media. They begged me not to and promised to send the vehicle. After another endless waiting and follow-ups, they made an offer to ship the vehicle in parts for me to re-assemble, an offer I vehemently refused. To keep me off their back, they shipped me a junk of a car that failed inspection, refused entry and registration into my country. I believe that, once they realised that I was serious about exposing them, they decided to ship me this vehicle that was probably illegally rebuilt unit or even re-modelled. I have been trying to reason with them since in vain.

February 4, 2025
Isa's experience:
The owner of Japan Partner Inc and the bunch of cronies in his team has no moral principles whatsoever. They are a group of back street criminals that have got away with fraud for just too long already. Don't be fooled by the website https://www.japan-partner.com/. The site is literally fake news, period. Stay clear of this morons !

February 4, 2025
M5r2 experience:
I was originally gonna import a black GTS through japan partneyuaksr inc but things went wrong. At this point I was trying to find positive Japan Partner review to convince me to stay with them but I found reviews about delivering cars in shittier condition than the ones the customer had selected and sometimes not arriving for many months! Voitek Kwiatkowski the sales manager in charge of foreign trade seemed like a good guy so I gave them a chance. Before sending Japan Partner the 100 000 yen In the beginning I was unsure about the whole thing and it was a major dilemma and Voitek had gave me a rough estimate and what he thought the car would sell for and said I could get a refund if we didn't get the car. Later came a white BEAMS MR2 at this point I was hoping to ask for a refund but thought they might as well place this bid as I was still unsure and thought I wouldn't win and I would ask for a refund. We ended up winning the car and I had now found out through another exporter that they claim back the consumption tax. Not only did the invoice include consumption tax but also an inflated shipping price. Voitek didn't agree to correctly adjust any of these figures except for something like $35 off of shipping which in reality I would be paying more than $200 less through more honest exporters and importers. Finally I was going through Japan Partners site and found that they had added the car I had won in auction up as their available stock. So I got back to Voitek and he this is what he had to say:

"Consumption tax and issues related to it are not for discussion." "Car has been uploaded on stock, because this is a procedure for new inventory. So we can keep track of who we purchase / sold and shipped , as well all shipping updates will be saved in record of the car." "It has been removed from available stock already."

Now this is complete B.S. since the they have only had a few MR2s in their stock that never change even though they aren't available except for one which is actually a gen2 not a gen3 .
So now I have 100 000 yen with Japan Partner but don't trust these guys enough to send over the rest unless I was somehow able to get them legally obligated to send over the actual car I bid.

Now I’m hoping to find some way to get a refund or take some kind of action against them but don't know what to do. I would highly appreciate any advice as I feel like I'm in a lose lose situation either be deceived and receive a MR2 of much smaller value which I suspect would take months regardless of what Voitek said before or lose a $1000+

February 6, 2025
Anonymous's experience:
Japan Partner ltd. has no pride. I recently purchased a car from them and it was completely misrepresented. I received nothing but lies from them. Odometer reading in miles instead of kilometers and the car came in an un-drivable condition. Check engine light on, air bag light on. Jumvea's awards and membership are purchased, Jumvea has not even responded to emails for help, in speaking to others who have similar experiences as myself they also got no response from Jumvea and have been defrauded by Japan Partner Inc. Scam Scam!

February 6, 2025
Alay's experience:
Hmmm I bought a car with japan partner and went to pick up the car today, all excited in the morning, but this happened! They sent me the WRONG CAR. I've heard of this many times over the years with dirty Exporters and there's all kinds of things that go on that just bother me. My exporter has stopped replying my messages. I will escalate this; I have contacted my lawyer in Japan and is ready to start legal action if they don't reply. I am curious, is there any kind of liability in place with exporters, I know there is with importers, as I signed a contract with mine. I think this would be considered fraud.

February 8, 2025
Rustan's experience:
I need advice. What are my options in dealing with Japan Partner? I sent my payment over 6 months ago, and to date no car. Now they are shipping an older model, without my consent. I know nothing about the vehicle they are shipping, not even the colour, only it is a 1998 Audi A8. What are the repercussions if I refuse to clear the car at port here?

February 20, 2025
Randyk's experience:
The battle with Japan Partner inc rages on. I went to the RCMP yesterday to lodge a fraud charge but they told me because the deal was done in Japan they could not help me. I have tried contacting Jumvea, no response. I have received one response from METI and have sent them the info they asked for, waiting on response. Has anyone else ever tried to charge one of these Scam Artists?I feel that if I don't act quickly this will fall through the cracks and others will be duped by this crooked company called Japan partner inc. Any suggestions on how I can get the word out to warn others who may be thinking of using them. Thanks to those who have contacted me, I appreciate all your help. Perhaps my experience will warn others away from fraud by this people.

February 20, 2025 at 7:59 pm
Cisjapan's experience:
EXTREME CAUTION ADVISED: My Costly Lesson with Japan Partner Reviewed by: A Disillusioned Buyer Star Rating: ★☆☆☆☆ (1/5) I am writing this review in the hope that others can learn from my very expensive mistake. My experience with Japan Partner was so profoundly negative that I feel a duty to warn potential buyers to look elsewhere. From the outset, their website is impressive. The cars are shiny, the descriptions are promising, and the prices are competitive. This, I've learned, is a carefully crafted illusion. The issues began the moment my chosen vehicle—1998 toyota supra—was "inspected." The Bait-and-Switch "Grade": The car was listed with a high auction grade, which was a primary reason for my trust. Upon receiving the detailed sheet after committing to the purchase, it was clear the grade had been misrepresented. Signs of corrosion and previous repairs were downplayed or omitted from the initial English listing. The "grade" they sell you on is not the full story. The "No Problem" That Became a Very Big Problem: I specifically asked about the undercarriage and potential rust, given the vehicle's age. I was assured it was "all good, no problem," a phrase you will hear often. When the car finally arrived, the first independent mechanic inspection revealed significant underbody rust that was clearly not new. It required immediate, costly repairs to be deemed safe. Japan Partner's response? A shrug and a reminder that all sales are "as-is." Hidden Costs & the Price Creep: The advertised price is just the beginning. Be prepared for a long list of additional fees that are slowly revealed—inland transportation, "preparation," more expensive-than-market-rate shipping quotes, and excessive documentation fees. The final price was hundreds of dollars more than the initial quote, with very little transparency on the breakdown. Poor Communication (When It Matters Most): Communication is friendly and prompt until you pay. After the wire transfer was sent, responses became slow, vague, and unhelpful. Questions about shipping timelines or documents were met with delays. You are no longer a prospect; you are a completed transaction. The Final Insult: The car arrived with several minor issues not shown in the photos (a significant tear in the rear seat, a cracked mirror housing). When I provided evidence, their solution was a derisory $50 discount, which didn't even cover the cost of one of the repairs. In Summary: Japan Partner excels at marketing and making the initial process seem easy. However, they operate on a model of obscuration, not transparency. They profit from buyers who cannot inspect the vehicle themselves and rely on their "honesty." My advice: PLEASE look for a dealer who: · Provides unedited, high-resolution photos of every angle, including the underbody. · Offers a transparent, upfront breakdown of ALL costs. · Has verifiable, long-term positive reviews on independent platforms. · Is willing to answer technical questions in detail and admits when something isn't perfect. I now have a car that cost me thousands more than expected to make roadworthy. The stress and financial loss were not worth it. Do not let the shiny website fool you. Steer clear of Japan Partner.

February 25, 2025
Anonamoius's experience:
Avoid Japan partner like the plague, the dealer is a crook who has many complaints against him [wish I had done more research] the worst thing is why Tradecarview does not black list them, or is tradecarview only about getting their commission from the deal and that is it, the dealer should have been blacklisted a long time ago, the only reason they can trade is because Tradecarview allow! Is there anyone out there who actually received help from Tradecarview after they complained about a vehicle they received from japan partner inc was sub standard? I got a reply to my first two emailed complaints and nothing since, they tell you they will get back to you in two days, and I'm still waiting. DO NOT SEND THESE PEOPLE YOUR MONEY, it is like playing Russian roulette, you may get lucky and get a car or you may get scammed, and if you do, well you are on your own.

February 27, 2025
David's experience:
I was in the process of purchasing a 1990 r32 GTR from Japan partner inc. They started out very professional, but when I started questioning about the car I was purchasing the sales representative started stuttering and didn't know how to answer my questions. I wanted to have a separate company to come inspect the car, they kept advising me against it and guaranteed that Japan partner inc mechanics thoroughly look over the cars before exportation. Since then I've gotten no response after mentioning many of the comments that I've read on here. THANK YALL SO MUCH FOR SAVING ME A $20K NIGHTMAR.

February 28, 2025 at 9:13 am
Mina's experience:
Terrible company, terrible people! I got my car not in the described condition 5 months after I had paid for my car. The worst customer service I have ever seen, rude people! Rusty undercarriage of the car they shipped shocked me. Do not recommend Japan Partner Inc. to anyone.

February 28, 2025
Rafael's experience:
I began to start the process of buying a car through Japan-partner , then I saw this and it all made sense now. I asked them to provide me with documentation on the vehicle as the bank was requesting it in order to release the funds. I cannot thank my bank enough for this bought me time to research on this company. I received radio silence from Japan Partner Inc. after I clicked order. I emailed and contacted them well within their business hours, still radio silence. So I pulled out and told them that it was true what the internet says about them. They are full of scams. I found it pretty funny that they were very responsive when I first inquired about the car. Thanks for the help and for helping me avoid a $16000 disaster.

March 4, 2025
Ikmah's experience:
I had the most horrid experience with this company. Japan partner is a scam and I would not recommend it even to my worst enemy. If you value your money and your sanity, don't buy with them, they will take your money and simply frustrate you until you give up chasing what you had paid for with them. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!

March 6, 2025
Randyk1 experience:
Big Problem with Japan Partner Inc and with the car sent I purchased a 94 850 Volvo and I picked the car up yesterday at WWL. At first it would not start, once started huge clouds of blue smoke and would not rev past 1500 RPM. The car had been poorly repainted, paint flaking off, obvious signs of collision repair to drivers side of car (door don't fit well, huge body line distortion.) In other words a piece of junk I had asked all the right questions before the purchase, and received affirmatives to questions such as condition, actual mileage, mechanical condition, body, any accidents, as was told point by point, no accidents, odometer has not been turned back, engine and transmission function with no problems etc, but their promises were all false. I have contacted both sales person and company with no reply, tried to Skype them and received one reply as to having received my email but then I believe they have blocked me. What recourse do I have??? Anyone else with similar problems?? Thanks in advance to any advice or assistance.

March 7, 2025
M35Squirrel experience:
I had being going back and forth with this company called Japan Partner Inc based in Nagoya, trying to get a1989 GTS-Tsedan. I had all the details negotiated, but when I requested for additional pictures of the bottom of car and the metal registration plate, the communication just stopped, I made a few more attempts asking for pictures but they never answered. My last attempt was a month ago. Is this typical? Am I asking too much? I would like to know if you guys have better information on this company, because I have read some horror stories about them on other forums.

March 9, 2025
James experience:
I have bookmarked a lot of Japan Partner Inc.'s so called "stock cars," and started about two months ago. Many of them were stated "sold" according to their webpage. These "sold" cars were taken off their search page, but strangely, the supposedly sold stocks started just last weeks, to re- appear on their website listed ready to be sold and exported and since I had saved the bookmarks I clearly caught them in a lie before I committed to buy from them!!! wow

March 14, 2025
Am M.'s experience:
Japan Partner Inc are rookies sitting there to rip people off. And I can confirm that the company buy cars from japan partner auction and wind back the kilometres to almost half and put it up for sale on tradecarview. I was not shocked to see other buyers claiming they have being ripped off. I would not recommend my worst enemy to buy from this site. I have even heard they just take any pictures from other dealer sites and ship you a similar car or even different colours and that is, IF they ship you a car for your money at ALL!!!!!!!!!! SCAM

March 16, 2025
Sergey I.'s experience:
When I call Japan Partner Inc. to enquire about my undelivered car, it is the same 3 people who answer in the rudest possible way. Are they linked to some fraudulent companies and extorting money from innocent people? Well, time will tell. Japanese authorities are smart. If they get caught, that will be for good. From my experience, it is a small bunch of Japanese people who have found a way to rip people off. Generally the Japanese are known for their politeness.

March 16, 2025
Laura m.'s experience:
I would never have used Japan Partner Inc. only that the company had placed an ad on tradecarview website, a site that I already trusted. There conduct is rubbish and their attitude is terrible. Tradecarview advertise lots of different car exporters giving them gold stars, verified business member for 2 years then you get ripped off and you contact them, they don't reply to your email. you ring them stressing you have been ripped off by someone on their web site and they palm you off and tell you to give them another month to contact you bra bra bra..

March 17, 2025
Darksc00by experience:
So, Japan-partner inc scams now. I was literally a hair from paying for a car from Japan Partner Inc, but realised a lot of people have issues with this company. I don't want to be one of the few who lost money with these scammers for no good reason. I just realized Japan Partner Inc. *had* some shady dealings previously. Some of these overseas "dealers" are not totally legit, just do your research and make an informed decision. Google brings up relevant articles from the last 5 years. Japan Partner Inc. is a not a legitimate company. They have shady business dealings that you as a buyer should be careful of.

Aprial 10, 2025
admin:

Dear Citizens of the world, as we go through this difficult social and economic times in japan and other parts of the world, let us come together and say no to fraud. As you might all know by now, this site is dedicated towards fighting fraud and scamming from this dubious dealership Japan partner. Let us all protect our hard earned monies particulary during this period of uncertainity. On that note, be warned of a fake advert online and i Quote "SHIPMENT OPTIONS RO-RO shipment is the most convenient and usually cheapest option. Available for the most major port. Containerized shipment is an option when RO-RO shipment isn’t available, but is usually more expensive if you buy just one vehicle. If you buy more than one vehicle we can fit 2 small cars in one 20ft container and 3-4 cars in one 40ft container. If you are wholesale buyer shipment in containers may be even more profitable. If you buy cars for parts to be dismantled, tractors, forklifts and other machinery, containerized shipment is the only available option. REGISTER at our website and shipment will be calculated automatically for the port you choose. INFORMATION Kei car, K-car, or kei jidōsha, is a Japanese class of small vehicles, including passenger cars, microvans, and pickup trucks (kei trucks). They are specially designed to comply with Japanese tax and insurance regulations. Currently, maximum engine displacement of Kei cars class engines is 660cc. While being successful in Japan, mini trucks, mini cars and microvans, these vehicles are too specialized and too small to be profitable in export markets and mostly they have been never imported abroud. That made them to be very popular on second hand markets, because of their rarity outside Japan. While being very small they are still very convenient and practical in many areas of living: farming, small business, hunting, personal use. Kei vehicles older than 25 years may be imported into the USA. Most popular models of Kei cars are: Subaru Sambar, Honda Acty Van, Honda Beat, Suzuki Capuccino, Suzuki Carry Truck and many others. See also subcategories: Mini trucks (Kei trucks) for sale, Microvans for sale" This scammers will cut copy other websites to suck you in to their scam. Dont send your money, you will loose it.

Japan partner also claims to have an interenational book of record certificate as indicated in their website.

This is a very specific and concerning issue. Here is a detailed breakdown of the situation regarding Japanese dealerships and fake "international" record books. The Core of the Issue: The "Japanese Export Certificate"

First, it's crucial to understand what the authentic document is. Japan does not have a single "International Book of Records" for vehicles. The genuine, standardized document used for exporting used vehicles from Japan is called the Export Certificate (輸出証明書, Yushutsu Shomeisho).

• Purpose: This is an official document issued by the Japan Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) that proves the vehicle has been legally deregistered in Japan and is cleared for export. It is a mandatory document for importing the vehicle into another country.

• Key Features: It has a specific format, official stamps (including the "Japenese" seal), and is often accompanied by a translation. It details the vehicle's information (VIN, make, model, engine number, etc.) and the exporter's details.

The "Fake International Book of Records" - What It Actually Is The term "Fake International Book of Records" is a deceptive name used by unscrupulous dealers to describe one of two things:

1. A Forged Export Certificate: This is a straight-up counterfeit of the official Japanese government document. This is illegal fraud. 2. A "Dealer-Issued" Record Book: This is a document created by the dealership itself that looks official but is not. It might be called a "Vehicle Inspection Report," "Dealer Guarantee," or, tellingly, "International Vehicle Record." Its purpose is to mimic the official export certificate to deceive foreign buyers who may not know what the real document looks like.

Why Do Dealers Create These Fake Documents? There are several malicious reasons: 1. Hide the Vehicle's True History: This is the most common reason. The fake document is used to conceal: • Accident History: The car may have been severely damaged and poorly repaired. • Odometer Fraud (Tampering): The kilometers/mileage on the odometer may have been rolled back to increase the car's value. The fake document will show the altered reading. • Water or Flood Damage: A huge red flag that makes a car unsafe and prone to electrical failure. • Being a Rebuilt Wreck: The car may have been declared a total loss (salvage title) in Japan or another country and then poorly rebuilt. 2. Create a False Sense of Legitimacy: For a buyer unfamiliar with Japanese exports, a document filled with stamps and official-looking logos can be very convincing. It's a tactic to build trust that is not deserved. 3. Bypass Import Regulations: Some countries have strict import rules regarding vehicle age, safety, or emissions. A fake document might falsify the model year or emission standards to make a non-compliant car appear compliant.

How to Protect Yourself: How to Spot a Fake If a dealer, especially one found on non-reputable auction sites or social media, offers you an "International Book of Records," be extremely cautious. Always insist on receiving the official documents: • The Official Export Certificate (Yushutsu Shomeisho): This is non-negotiable. • Bill of Lading (B/L): The document from the shipping company proving the car has been shipped. • Commercial Invoice: The bill from the dealer. • Certificate of Registration (Copy): The Japanese registration document (車検証 Shakensho) showing the previous owner and history. Red Flags to Watch For: • The document is called anything other than "Export Certificate" or "Yushutsu Shomeisho." • Poor print quality, blurry logos, or spelling mistakes. • Missing official stamps or seals. • The dealer is reluctant to provide the documents upfront or makes excuses. • The price is too good to be true. This is the oldest trick in the book; a significantly undervalued car often has a hidden problem.

What to Do If You Encounter This 1. Walk Away Immediately. Do not send any money. This is a major scam indicator. 2. Report the Dealer: If you are using a platform like Trade Car View, Car From Japan, or another larger site, report the specific dealer to the platform's administrators. 3. Use a Reputable Exporter or Agent: The safest way to buy a car from Japan is to use a well-established, reviewed export agent based in your country or a trusted bidding agent in Japan. They handle the auction purchase and paperwork on your behalf and have a reputation to uphold. They will only provide you with genuine documents. 4. Verify through an Auction Sheet: Cars from major Japanese auctions (like USS, TAA, JU, etc.) come with a detailed auction grade sheet. This sheet honestly grades the interior, exterior, and mechanical condition and notes any repairs or defects. A reputable dealer will always provide this auction sheet for the car.

In summary: The "International Book of Records" is not a real, official document. It is a hallmark of a scam. Always demand the official Japanese Export Certificate and work with verified, reputable exporters to ensure you receive a legitimate vehicle with honest paperwork.