A Japanese Trading Tradition Built Over More Than a Century
Founded in Osaka in 1907, SHIBAYA CO., LTD. has developed its business through long-term relationships, consistency and respect for quality. These principles continue to guide every part of the company today.
Since the 1970s, the metal division has applied the same disciplined approach to sourcing and international trade, supporting industrial clients across Asia and Europe with reliable supply solutions.
Industrial Metals & Materials
Asia ↔ Europe Supply Routes
Global Presence
East Asia (core)
Japan and neighboring markets form the historical foundation of our trading network. Long-standing relationships with suppliers and industrial partners allow us to secure stable sourcing channels and maintain consistent quality standards across transactions.
Asia-Pacific Markets
Across Southeast and South Asia, we work with manufacturing and переработка-oriented industries to connect regional material flows with international demand. Our experience in cross-border trade supports flexible sourcing solutions tailored to changing market conditions.
Europe
We support clients across Europe through reliable supply coordination and long-term trading partnerships. By understanding regional requirements and industrial standards, we help ensure predictable delivery and continuity of supply.
Middle East & Africa
Trade routes linking Asia with the Gulf region, including United Arab Emirates and Oman, play an increasingly important role in global material flows. Our network supports cooperation across neighboring markets, helping connect emerging demand with established industrial supply chains.
Global Coordination
Our regional networks are connected through a unified trading approach that prioritizes reliability, transparency and long-term cooperation. This structure allows us to respond to market changes while maintaining stable supply relationships worldwide.
Our Trading Principles
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Long-Term Commitment
We focus on sustainable business relationships built over years of cooperation rather than short-term market opportunities. This approach supports stability for both suppliers and industrial clients.
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Structured International Trade
Our sourcing and logistics processes are organized to ensure consistency, transparency and reliable delivery across regional markets in Asia, Europe and the Gulf region.
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Japanese Business Discipline
A trading culture shaped by more than a century of experience guides every transaction: precision, responsibility and respect for long-term partnerships.
Metal Division Leadership
Kaito Sato
Head of Metal Trading Division
Responsible for strategic partnerships and development of international trade operations.
Sakura Tanaka
Client Relations Manager
Ensuring clear communication and long-term cooperation with industrial clients and partners.
Kenta Hayashi
Finance Director
Overseeing financial processes and ensuring transparent, sustainable business operations.
Mio Okada
Supply Chain Manager
Coordinating sourcing and logistics to maintain stable and reliable supply channels.
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Business Inquiry
Please provide brief details about your request. Our team will review your inquiry and respond with the appropriate sourcing or trading information.
Key Questions About Our Operations
Founded in 1907, SHIBAYA CO., LTD. has more than a century of international trading experience. The metal division has been active since the 1970s, building long-term supply networks across Asia, Europe and the Gulf region.
SHIBAYA is more than a single business line. Established as a textile trading company in Osaka, it has evolved into a diversified international trading house. From fabrics to industrial metals, the company operates under a consistent philosophy of disciplined sourcing, long-term partnerships and responsible trade.
We trade ferrous and non-ferrous metals, industrial scrap materials and selected precious-metal bearing resources. Specific grades and specifications are discussed directly based on client requirements.
Our trading network connects East Asia, wider Asia-Pacific markets, Europe and the Gulf region, including the United Arab Emirates and Oman, through structured international supply routes.
Yes. We prioritize stable, long-term cooperation with industrial partners rather than short-term transactional trading.
Sourcing and logistics are managed through established regional networks to ensure predictable timelines and transparent communication across markets.
Initial inquiries can be submitted through the business form below. Our team reviews each request and responds with relevant sourcing and trading information.