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Tell Us What You Need
Submit your vehicle details, destination, preferred support options and finally your budget.
The Kinomi Import Request
Your Personalized Path From Japan To Your Driveway.
Kinomi’s Import Request is a personalized vehicle sourcing and import service. Tell us the vehicle you want, your budget, and where you are located—we’ll handle the process from Japan to your driveway.
Through our team in Japan, we source vehicles directly from auctions and trusted sellers, provide clear updates and inspection options, coordinate maintenance or modifications when needed, and manage export and import support at every stage.
From first request to final delivery,
your import is handled with clarity, care, and no unnecessary
middlemen.
Simple. Clear. Supported.
How the Process Works
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We Review Your Request
Kinomi reviews your requirements and confirms the suitable package.
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Move Forward With Confidence
You receive clear next steps and dedicated support throughout the process.
The Kinomi Difference
Don’t Buy Blindly.
Buy With Kinomi.
Importing a vehicle should feel transparent, informed, and personal from the first conversation to final delivery.
Buying Blindly
Buying With Kinomi
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Hidden markups
✓
Transparent pricing
×
Unclear vehicle condition
✓
On-the-ground inspection options
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No update after purchase
✓
Updates throughout the process
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Unexpected repair costs
✓
Maintenance and modification support in Japan
×
Limited support
✓
Personalized import service
The Kinomi Process
Your Import
Journey.
A clear and supported process, from your first request in the United States to final delivery at your door.
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Tell Us What You Need
Share your vehicle preferences, budget, destination, and any specific requirements through an Import Request.
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Pre-Sourcing Call
We confirm your request, budget, priorities, and any special requirements before the sourcing process begins.
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Sourcing Deposit
A minimum sourcing deposit confirms your request and allows Kinomi to begin sourcing suitable vehicles for you.
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Sourcing & Inspection
We source suitable options and can arrange detailed inspection support, including photos, condition information, and reporting before purchase.
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Purchase & Preparation
After purchase, you can request maintenance or modifications in Japan before export, based on your vehicle and needs.
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Stress Test
After preparation, the vehicle can be driven and checked again to help identify additional concerns before export.
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Export Processing
Kinomi coordinates export booking, preparation, documentation, and the next stage of your vehicle’s journey.
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Import Documents & Customs Support
We provide support through the import process and send the necessary documents for customs, title, and registration preparation.
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Final Delivery
Once your vehicle arrives, Kinomi’s logistics partners coordinate pickup and delivery directly to your door.
Important Information:
Specific pricing, inspections, freight availability, timing, modifications, customs requirements, and delivery arrangements are confirmed according to your vehicle, destination, and selected services.
Included With Your Import
The Kinomi
Document Packet.
The Kinomi Packet is a turnkey solution designed to make car titling and registration feel far less overwhelming. Your vehicle arrives with a clear, organized document packet and a step-by-step process to help guide you through registration.
Clear documents. Clear next steps.
Registration requirements can vary by state and local authority,
but Kinomi makes it easier to understand what comes next.
Services Included
One Team. Every Step.
Flexible support designed around your vehicle, goals, and import journey.
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In-Person
Inspections
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Maintenance &
Modification
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Export & Import
Processing
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Personalized
Document Packet
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Business & Wholesale
Importing
Why Choose Import Request
Built Around Your Needs.
Kinomi gives you a more flexible, transparent, and personal way to import the vehicle you actually want.
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Installment Payments
Funds are paid throughout the import process instead of all at once, giving you more time and flexibility to plan your budget.
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Flexible Services
Have a unique request? Kinomi can facilitate specialized vehicle orders, support requirements, and personalized services.
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More Value
Without traditional markups, more of your budget can go toward sourcing, preparation, maintenance, or improving your vehicle.
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Personalized Sourcing
We focus on finding a vehicle that matches your requirements, priorities, budget, and long-term plans.
Kinomi Workshop Update
Maintenance Done On A
1995 Subaru Sambar 4WD.
Maintenance work is coordinated with specialist workshops in Japan based on the vehicle’s condition, your requests, and recommended preventative care. Kinomi keeps you informed throughout preparation before export.
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Maintenance In Japan
The Kinomi Base Package.
Essential preventative maintenance completed before export, helping you prepare your vehicle with more confidence and value.
Base Maintenance Package
Core preventative maintenance
completed before export.
Timing Belt
Belt Tensioner Bearing
Water Pump
Cam Oil Seal
Crank Oil Seal
Fan Belt
Spark Plugs
Engine Oil + Element
Valve Cover Gasket
Transmission Oil Change
Front Diff Oil Change
Cabin Air Element
Engine Air Element
Our Price
Starting at $750
Kinomi Maintenance Package
USA Price
Starting at $2,000
Comparable Work in the USA
Final pricing may vary depending on vehicle condition, required parts, labor, and selected services.
Follow The Journey
See Our Instagram For Live Updates
Follow Kinomi on Instagram for active import requests, maintenance work, vehicle progress, and behind-the-scenes updates from Japan.
KINOMI IMPORT REQUEST
CHOOSE YOUR SUPPORT
Choose the level of support that fits your import journey. From a complete Kinomi-managed request to customs-only support, we’ll help you move forward with clarity.
Full Kinomi Import Request
$1,500
Complete support for your Kinomi Import Request from Start to Finish.
24/7 Customer Service, Sourcing, Maintenance Arrangement, Modification Arrangement, Export Processing, Import Processing.
Choose Full Import →Customs Support Only
$750
A dedicated service for customers who already have a vehicle and need assistance importing it into the United States.
A focused option for customers who require customs clearance support only.
Choose Customs Support →Flexible
Let’s Talk
Have a unique request or need support beyond these options? Tell us what you need.
We will review your requirements and help create the right solution for your situation.
Request Flexible Support →
Important Information:
Service fees depend on the vehicle being imported. Vehicles valued above
$10,000 may have additional service fees and charges.
For exports outside the United States, please select the Flexible option and specify the destination country for your vehicle.
For exports outside the United States, please select the Flexible option and specify the destination country for your vehicle.