We source directly from local fish markets and fertile fishing grounds, ensuring the integrity of the cold chain and delivering our seafood to customers around the world while maintaining its quality.
Why choose our seafood?
- Direct sourcing: Partnerships with major wholesalers and fishing cooperatives, including Toyosu Market
- Ultra-fresh: From market/sea to airport in as little as 12 hours (depending on destination)
- Strict quality control: Ideal for export
- Full documentation: delivered to you from Japan.
Cold Chain Process
Delivery from the ocean to our customers takes 12 to 60 hours.
Step 1: Early morning selection
We participate in auctions at various markets and fishing grounds to select only the best catch.
Flash freezing (for frozen products): After Step 1, we check for quality degradation and flash freeze the products before packaging.
Step 2: Processing
Individually inspected and graded.
Step 3: Packaging
Check for freshness and package in insulated polystyrene cases with ice packs.
Step 4: Airport delivery
Shipped directly to the departure airport in a temperature-controlled vehicle.
Step 5: Air freight
Delivered via the fastest route to major international airports around the world.
Temperature control
Fresh products: 0-4°C | Frozen products: -18°C
QUALITY GRADING SYSTEM
Our 3-Tier Quality Standards
Grade AA
(Premium Sashimi/Sushi Grade)
(Premium Sashimi/Sushi Grade)
Target: High-end sushi restaurants, fine dining
Standards: Caught within 24-48 hours, perfect appearance, optimal fat content
Uses: Raw consumption (sashimi, sushi, carpaccio)
Price: Highest tier
Grade A
(Restaurant Grade)
(Restaurant Grade)
Target: Japanese restaurants, quality-focused establishments
Standards: Fresh within 48-72 hours, excellent quality
Uses: Sashimi, sushi, all cooking applications
Price: Moderate premium
Grade B
(Cooking/Processing Grade)
(Cooking/Processing Grade)
Target: Casual dining, cooking applications
Standards: Fresh and food-safe, may have cosmetic imperfections
Uses: Grilling, frying, simmering, baking
Price: Most economical
We Export Only Grade AA and A for maintaining Japan's reputation for quality.
CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE
Required Documentation
(Included with Every Shipment)
Veterinary Health Certificate
Issued by Japanese government authorities
Catch Certificate (Where Required)
IUU fishing compliance, required for EU
Certificate of Origin
Confirms Japanese origin
Radiation Test Report
All products well below international safety limits
Processing Plant Certificate
HACCP certification proof
Packing List & Commercial Invoice
Detailed product specifications
Country-Specific Import Support
US
FDA compliance guidance, HACCP documentation
EU
EU-approved establishment verification, catch certificates
SG
SFA requirements, import permit support
HK
CFS requirements, health certificates
AU
DAFF compliance, import permits
TH
Thai FDA requirements
CN
GACC registration support (limited products)
Other Countries:
Contact us - we handle documentation for 30+ countries
Contact us - we handle documentation for 30+ countries
PRICING & PAYMENT
Transparent Pricing Structure
What Affects Seafood Prices:
Species & Grade
(AA premium vs Grade A vs Grade B)
(AA premium vs Grade A vs Grade B)
Season
(peak season = best quality)
(peak season = best quality)
Catch Volume
(daily market fluctuations)
(daily market fluctuations)
Fresh vs Frozen
(fresh = premium + air freight cost)
(fresh = premium + air freight cost)
Order Volume
(50kg+)
(50kg+)
Delivery Method
(air vs sea freight)
(air vs sea freight)
Price Quotation Includes:
Product price per kg (FOB Tokyo or CNF CIF your port)
Estimated freight cost
Packaging costs
Insurance (recommended)
Export documentation fees (if any)
No hidden charges
Payment Terms
Customers: Net 5-7 days available | Payment Methods: T/T Advance onlyFrequently Asked Questions About Seafood
Q: How fresh is your "fresh" Japanese seafood?
A: Our fresh seafood is caught or sorted in the morning at Toyosu Market and other fish markets. After packaging, it is delivered to the airport within six hours. The total journey from Japan to your destination airport is 12 to 60 hours.
Q: Is frozen seafood of inferior quality?
A: No! Our frozen products are flash-frozen immediately after being caught and processed (some are frozen on board). This ensures they remain fresher than "fresh" seafood that is left for several days.
Q: What is the minimum order quantity?
A: It depends on the product.
Fresh fish: 10-20kg per type
Frozen products: 5-50kg (varies by product)
Total quantity must be 50kg or more.
Fresh fish: 10-20kg per type
Frozen products: 5-50kg (varies by product)
Total quantity must be 50kg or more.
Q: Can I mix multiple fish in one order?
A: Yes! As long as the minimum weight for air freight (usually 50kg or more) is met.
Q: Do you provide radiation testing reports?
A: Yes, we can provide them upon request. All products are tested to levels far below international safety standards (additional fees apply).
Q: Do you supply tuna for sushi?
A: Yes, we supply farmed and wild-caught tuna processed in Japan for sashimi.
Q: What is the best price for shipping large quantities of seafood?
A: Frozen products shipped by sea offer the best price per kg.
Why choose Zero Up Trading for your seafood needs?
- Direct access to Toyosu Market - Get the highest quality catch early
- Direct partnerships with Hokkaido and other fish markets - No middleman margins
- Cold chain expertise - Guaranteed temperature control integrity
- Complete export documentation - We handle all paperwork
- Quality assurance - We only export AA and A grade seafood
- Seasonal information - Monthly inventory updates
Contact Us
Please feel free to contact us for questions regarding exports, quote requests, etc.
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