This page provides an organized overview of the Purchase of Goods categories under Japan’s Unified Supplier Qualification system, based on the official application manual.
The Purchase of Goods category applies to businesses that buy goods that national government agencies no longer need.
Although the number of selectable categories is small, accurate classification is essential.
🗂️ Service Categories (Purchase of goods)
※This list has been edited and reorganized by our office based on the official manual. Please always check the latest information on the Japanese Government Procurement Portal.
| Category | Code | Reference Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Standing Trees & Bamboo | 401 | Purchase of standing trees and bamboo. Excludes purchases related to national forest operations. |
| Others | 402 | Purchase of scrap metal, waste paper, government surplus vehicles, national land, and other items no longer required by government agencies. |
📘 Reference
・Application Guidelines for Supplier Qualification (June 2025 Edition)
・Government of Japan Procurement Portal — Business Item List
🔍 Key Points When Selecting Categories
The Purchase of Goods category includes only a few items, but the scope can be misunderstood.
It also involves areas linked to national property, which requires careful attention.
Key features:
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Easy to confuse the applicable range
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Includes transactions involving national assets
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Requires accurate matching to the procurement announcement
Businesses involved in:
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Purchasing national land
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Purchasing government surplus vehicles
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Buying scrap metal or recyclable materials
must ensure they select the correct Purchase of Goods category.
In some cases, additional laws or licenses—such as the Antique Dealer License—may be required depending on the procurement content.
Please always review the procurement announcement carefully.
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🏢 Support for Overseas Companies — Trust Administrative Scrivener Office
The Unified Supplier Qualification may appear complex, especially for companies without a base in Japan.
However, with correct preparation, the application process is manageable.
We assist:
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Overseas companies entering the Japanese market
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Foreign corporations without a Japan branch
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Startups & newly established companies
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SMEs looking to participate in government procurement
Our services include:
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Reviewing applicable business categories
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Preparing required documents
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Guiding you through the submission process
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Handling communication with ministries when needed
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