Takase

Basic Information

Stock Code
9087
Industry
Land Transport Industry
Category Detail
Marine Transportation
Prefecture
Tokyo
Establishment Year
February 1922
Listing Year
December 1989
Official Website
https://www.takase.co.jp/
TSE Information
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Overview

Takase is a long-established logistics company founded in 1922, specializing in the land transport industry with music and video software delivery as its core business, while also handling international integrated logistics and harbor transportation.

Current Situation

Takase's main business is the delivery of music and video software. In international integrated logistics, it also offers customs clearance and processing services. In the harbor transportation sector, it handles cargo delivery and receipt operations, providing advanced logistics services. In recent years, it has focused on a series of logistics operations such as picking and delivery in the warehousing and logistics services sector to improve efficiency. It differentiates itself from competitors through customer-specific flexible logistics solutions and is expanding its customer base. Financially, it maintains a stable revenue structure while investing in equipment and utilizing IT to enhance operational efficiency. It actively promotes eco-friendly transportation and sustainability initiatives, strengthening ties with local communities. Moving forward, it aims to improve service quality and reduce costs through digitalization and DX initiatives, enhancing its competitiveness in the logistics industry. It continues solid management on the capital side and has in mind new business developments based on long-term growth strategies.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

  • Long-established logistics company founded in 1922 with nearly 100 years of history.
  • Strength in specialized logistics services for music and video products.
  • Holds a certain market share in harbor transportation operations.
  • Expert in customs agency for long-distance international logistics.
  • Network of over 50 bases domestically and internationally.
  • Differentiation through specialized logistics.
  • Numerous transactions with major overseas media companies.
  • Pioneered partial automation of harbor operations.
  • Rich track record in emergency charter delivery services.
  • Certified as an excellent operator by the Japan Logistics Federation.
  • Unique training program focused on safety management.
  • Self-developed digital inventory management system.
  • Advanced in ensuring transportation traceability.
  • One of the few companies specialized in music and video logistics in the industry.
  • Active implementation of environmental conservation activities for local communities.

Hidden Connections

  • Has maintained long-term official transportation contracts with specific music labels, building strong partnerships in the industry.
  • Maintains close collaboration with harbor labor unions to ensure stable harbor operations.
  • Has comprehensive business partnerships with specific overseas warehouse operators in international logistics.
  • Has established joint delivery routes in collaboration with multiple competitors in the industry.
  • Cooperates with local government environmental policies, contributing to harbor area improvements.
  • Certified as the official logistics sponsor for specific music events.
  • Strengthening partnership networks with local carriers to improve domestic logistics efficiency.
  • Jointly developing logistics traceability systems with IT companies.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

  • Stable increase in demand for media-related logistics
  • Expansion of international trade and increase in customs operations
  • Efficiency and automation technology introduction in harbor logistics
  • Increased demand for flexible logistics services due to EC market growth
  • Expansion of eco-transportation needs due to strengthened environmental regulations
  • Operational efficiency through logistics DX promotion
  • Diversification of demand for emergency delivery services
  • Customer base expansion through strengthened regional collaborations
  • Competitiveness improvement via evolution of IT logistics systems
  • Expansion of temperature-controlled cargo transportation

Strategic Goals

  • Increase international logistics sales by 20%
  • Raise harbor operation automation rate to over 50%
  • Achieve 30% CO2 emission reduction through sustainability initiatives
  • Improve logistics efficiency by 30% utilizing IT and AI
  • Promote collaborative environmental and safety projects with local communities
  • Develop new business areas and diversify
  • Achieve over 80% customer usage rate for digital services
  • Enhance employee satisfaction and talent development
  • Introduce low-environmental-impact vehicles to all fleet
  • Optimize logistics bases domestically and internationally

Business Segments

Logistics for Music and Video Wholesale Distribution

Overview
Provides optimized logistics services for music and video wholesalers.
Competitiveness
Specialized logistics deeply focused on the music and video industry
Customers
  • Major record labels
  • Video software manufacturers
  • Event operators
  • Concert promoters
  • Event planning companies
  • TV stations
  • Music streaming providers
  • Film production companies
  • Live houses
  • Audio equipment manufacturers
  • CD shops
  • Video rental services
  • Advertising agencies
  • Video editing companies
  • Streaming platforms
Products
  • Music software delivery service
  • Video software transportation
  • International delivery support
  • Logistics with transportation insurance
  • Temperature-controlled delivery
  • Same-day event transportation
  • Remote area logistics
  • Media processing agency
  • Customs agency service
  • Emergency delivery charter
  • Warehouse management and storage
  • Media tracking system
  • Security logistics
  • Logistics consulting
  • Import quarantine support

Harbor Cargo Handling and Logistics Contracting

Overview
Deploys a wide range of cargo handling operations and logistics contracting services at harbors.
Competitiveness
Abundant harbor handling track record and safety management capabilities
Customers
  • Harbor management companies
  • Exporters and importers
  • Shipping companies
  • Harbor labor unions
  • Cargo carriers
  • Warehouse operators
  • Customs brokers
  • Harbor user companies
  • Manufacturers
  • Wholesalers
  • Insurance companies
  • Harbor facility management
  • Harbor security companies
  • Terminal operators
  • Local governments
Products
  • Harbor cargo loading/unloading operations
  • Crane operation service
  • Cargo delivery and receipt
  • Safety monitoring management
  • Loading/unloading scheduling
  • Cargo storage service
  • Harbor cleaning operations
  • Laborer dispatch
  • Cargo damage prevention measures
  • Emergency response team dispatch
  • Cargo inspection support
  • Transportation vehicle arrangement
  • Real-time cargo information
  • Harbor management consulting
  • Labor management support

Warehouse Management and General Logistics Services

Overview
Provides warehouse and logistics services tailored to diverse customer needs.
Competitiveness
Efficient service provision through integrated logistics management
Customers
  • Manufacturers
  • Mail-order companies
  • Retailers
  • Importers
  • Wholesalers
  • E-commerce operators
  • Logistics companies
  • Medical institutions
  • Food service businesses
  • Electronics manufacturers
  • Daily goods manufacturers
  • Apparel brands
  • Cosmetics manufacturers
  • Food manufacturers
  • Furniture manufacturers
Products
  • Storage and inventory management
  • Order picking
  • Packing and label attachment
  • Delivery arrangement service
  • Returns processing service
  • Temperature-controlled warehouses
  • Warehouse facility leasing
  • Inspection service
  • Distribution processing
  • EC fulfillment
  • Logistics consulting
  • Cargo tracking service
  • Warehouse automation introduction
  • Inventory optimization support
  • Logistics system provision

Corporate Truck Transportation

Overview
Provides safe and efficient truck transportation services for corporations.
Competitiveness
Temperature control technology and diverse transportation solutions
Customers
  • Food manufacturers
  • Retail chains
  • Logistics companies
  • Beverage manufacturers
  • Chemical manufacturers
  • Manufacturing plants
  • Home delivery services
  • Moving services
  • E-commerce operators
  • Medical institutions
  • Heavy machinery manufacturers
  • Distributors
  • Harbor transportation companies
  • Event operators
  • Frozen food manufacturers
Products
  • Refrigerated transportation
  • Emergency charter service
  • Regular route delivery
  • Long-distance transportation
  • Less-than-truckload service
  • Moving and large cargo transportation
  • Transportation monitoring
  • Fuel efficiency optimization
  • Region-limited delivery
  • Safe transportation insurance
  • Transportation planning consulting
  • Environmentally friendly transportation
  • Transportation insurance option
  • Emergency logistics support
  • Valuables transportation

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

  • Specialized expertise in music and video logistics
  • Abundant track record in harbor transportation
  • Customs agency function in international integrated logistics
  • Harbor cargo safety management capabilities
  • Comprehensive delivery network
  • Flexible customized logistics services
  • Stable financial base and long-term operational history
  • Advanced temperature control technology
  • Introduction of advanced logistics IT systems
  • Ability to meet diverse customer needs
  • Rapid response to emergency transportation
  • Local area service deployment
  • Utilization of skilled harbor workers
  • Strong trust relationships with clients
  • Promotion of environmentally considerate transportation

Competitive Advantages

  • Market leader in specialized music and video software logistics
  • High customer satisfaction through harbor transportation expertise
  • Comprehensive international logistics from customs to warehousing
  • Detailed services through local area focus
  • Advanced cargo management and security systems
  • Customer needs response through flexible service design
  • Strength in special cargo transportation including temperature control
  • Efficient logistics operations via latest IT introduction
  • Broad client base across diverse industries
  • Trust and stable revenue from years of track record
  • Rapid response in emergency transportation services
  • Management considering eco-transportation and sustainability
  • High-quality service provision by skilled staff
  • Comprehensive international logistics solutions
  • Specialized expertise and high technical capabilities in the logistics industry

Threats

  • Rapid digitalization leading to changes in business environment
  • Intensifying price competition from competitors
  • Rising logistics costs (fuel, labor)
  • Strengthened regulations and complex customs procedures in international logistics
  • Risk of transportation delays due to natural disasters
  • Challenges in maintaining services due to logistics personnel shortage
  • Constraints on transportation methods from strengthened environmental regulations
  • Rapid adoption of new delivery technologies
  • Increased difficulty in responding to diversifying customer needs
  • Unstable logistics demand due to infectious disease outbreaks
  • Work delays from aging harbor facilities
  • Stagnation in international logistics due to deteriorating overseas situations

Innovations

2024: IT Logistics Management System Renewal

Overview
Introduced the latest logistics management system to enhance delivery planning and inventory management.
Impact
20% improvement in operational efficiency and reduced misdeliveries

2023: Enhanced International Cargo Customs Agency Service

Overview
Streamlined customs procedures to achieve faster exports and imports.
Impact
30% reduction in customs processing time and improved customer satisfaction

2022: Introduction of Temperature-Controlled Logistics Vehicles

Overview
Deployed new transportation vehicles specialized for refrigerated and frozen cargo.
Impact
Improved cargo quality preservation

2024: Advancement of Harbor Operation Automation

Overview
Introduced automation technology for crane operations in some harbor tasks.
Impact
15% increase in work efficiency and improved safety

2023: Formulation of Low-Environmental-Impact Logistics Plan

Overview
Developed eco-transportation plans contributing to CO2 reduction.
Impact
10% reduction in transportation CO2 emissions

2021: Introduction of Automated Warehouse Sorting System

Overview
Introduced advanced sorting machines to streamline delivery preparation.
Impact
25% improvement in sorting speed

2022: Safety Monitoring System Renewal

Overview
Updated safety monitoring cameras at harbors and warehouses to the latest models.
Impact
Reduced risks of accidents and theft

2024: Development of Real-Time Cargo Tracking System

Overview
Enabled customers to check current cargo locations in real time.
Impact
Improved customer trust and reduced inquiries

2020: Introduction of Digital Contract System

Overview
Digitized contract-related procedures for efficiency.
Impact
40% reduction in contract processing time

2021: Initiation of Smart Logistics Warehouse Development Plan

Overview
Planned next-generation logistics warehouses utilizing IoT and AI.
Impact
Aims to improve logistics quality and efficiency

Sustainability

  • Promotion of low-fuel-consumption and electrification of delivery vehicles
  • Introduction of energy-saving warehouse equipment
  • Strengthened waste recycling
  • Participation in local environmental conservation activities
  • Improvement of work environment and enhanced safety training
  • Promotion of digitalization to reduce paper usage
  • Optimization of low-environmental-impact transportation routes
  • Provision of environmentally friendly logistics services to customers
  • Collaborative environmental projects with local communities
  • Environmental audits across the entire supply chain