Shippio, Inc.

Shippio, Inc. is a digital freight forwarder based in Tokyo, Japan, offering innovative cloud-based logistics solutions that enhance visibility and efficiency in international shipping. Founded in 2016 in Tokyo, Japan, Shippio, Inc. operates as a digital freight forwarder that integrates advanced technologies to streamline international logistics.

The company was co-founded by Takanori Sato and Shinya Tobe. In October 2025, Shippio, Inc. raised  JPY 1. 87 billion in series C funding led by returning investor DNX Ventures, with participation from new investors Suzuyo, New Commerce Ventures, YMFG Capital(Yamaguchi Capital), Shoko Chukin Bank, Japan Finance Corporation, Mizuho Bank, MUFG Bank and Resona Bank.

Returning investors Energy & Environment Investment, Delight Ventures, Aozora Corporate Investment, Spiral Capital and unspecified investors also participated in the round. The round was part of a larger JPY 3. 24 billion series C and debt funding. Shippio operates as a pioneering digital freight forwarder, offering a comprehensive suite of cloud-based services designed to enhance visibility and efficiency in international logistics.

Their primary product, the Shippio Platform, integrates advanced digital technologies and artificial intelligence to streamline various aspects of trade management for businesses involved in international shipping. This platform addresses the prevalent reliance on outdated analog processes within the logistics sector by providing innovative solutions for both shippers and logistics service providers. Key features include a digital forwarding service, trade management tools for shippers aiming for enhanced supply chain capabilities, and a collaborative platform for logistics operators that minimizes communication breakdowns. Shippio's solutions are tailored for a diverse customer base that includes businesses engaged in global trade across various industries, with a focus on the Japanese market as well as expansion into broader Asian and international markets.

Shippio's revenue model is structured around a cloud-based subscription service that allows businesses to access its suite of logistics management tools. Clients, primarily businesses involved in international trade, engage with Shippio through tiered subscription plans which provide them with varying levels of service and support. Revenue is generated through partnerships and recurring subscription fees that grant clients access to essential features such as real-time tracking, trade compliance management, and streamlined documentation processes. The integration of Shippio’s digital forwarding service further enhances client engagement, driving business transactions that support the company's growth in the international logistics sector.

The company plans to use the October 2025 funding towards product development, business growth including mergers and acquisitions, and organizational enhancement, thereby further propelling the digital transformation of trade.