Sell in three countries.
We operate in Japan, Myanmar and Thailand. We work with you to identify the market and sales approach that fit your product.
FOR MANUFACTURERS IN CHINA & ASEAN
Your products.
Three markets.
We source products for Japan, Myanmar and Thailand, with bases in all three countries. Start with a paid sample. If the product and terms fit, we agree on a small test order and aim to build repeat orders from real customer demand.
BASED IN Bangkok WORKING WITH TEAMS IN Yangon, Tokyo & Sapporo
JAPAN 2012–2016UNITED STATES 2016MYANMAR 2017–2024THAILAND 2024–PRESENT
FOR MANUFACTURERS
Three reasons to work with BKU.
One conversation. Four bases: Bangkok, Yangon, Tokyo and Sapporo.
A buyer who understands production.
Yuhei holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and spent five years in production engineering at DENSO and DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc., including a one-year US assignment.
Test small. Build repeat orders.
Start with samples or a small lot. Test customer response, including through crowdfunding, and expand investment when the results justify it.
PRODUCT EXAMPLES
Disaster-preparedness supplies
Aluminum blankets and emergency toilets are examples of products we discuss with manufacturers. These photos are not a record of completed sales.
HOW WE START
Paid samples. Small tests.
Repeat orders when it works.
Our starting model is purchasing products from the manufacturer. Each order is subject to an agreement on price, quantity and responsibilities.
Check the product.
Choose a product together. Agree on sample price and shipping, then BKU purchases the sample to check specifications, quality and market fit.
Test customer demand.
If the sample and terms fit, agree on a small-lot purchase or a crowdfunding test in Japan. Confirm the budget, responsibilities and success criteria before starting.
Expand on results.
Use customer feedback and sales results to decide on improvements and further orders. Discuss territory or exclusivity when there is a clear business case.
Prefer a different arrangement? We can also discuss paid sales support or jointly funded, staged test marketing. Scope, fees and milestones are agreed separately.
First step: connect on WeChat or email us one product photo or catalog link. Then agree on sample terms or an online meeting. Contact Yuhei →
01 / OUR ESTABLISHED WORKFORCE BUSINESS
Opportunity across
Myanmar and Japan.
I co-founded BKU in Yangon in 2017. Today, I lead marketing, strategy and new business development, working with our teams in Yangon and Tokyo.
Visit BKU’s official website · bku1.com ↗525Workers placed
96Client companies
31Prefectures in Japan
263Workers placed with repeat clients
Workforce business results only · Completed placements since 2019 · As of July 2026
From recruitment to life in Japan.
BKU connects Myanmar workers with employers in Japan through the Technical Intern Training and Specified Skilled Worker programs. We handle recruitment, screening, documentation and post-arrival support.
02 / THE EXPERIENCE BEHIND THE WORK
Engineering roots.
Experience on the ground.
After earning a master’s degree in mechanical engineering, I began in automotive manufacturing. That foundation continues to shape how I approach products, processes and quality.
View my LinkedIn profile ↗- 2012–2016
Japan
Earned a master’s degree in mechanical engineering at a Japanese national university in 2012, then worked in production engineering at DENSO.
- 2016
United States
A one-year assignment at DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc., before leaving the company. Five years in production engineering across Japan and the US.
- 2017–2024
Myanmar
Moved to Myanmar and co-founded BKU in Yangon in 2017. Built and sustained the business through a period of profound change.
- 2024–PRESENT
Thailand
Relocated to Thailand and began the trading business. Based in Bangkok, leading marketing, strategy and new business development at BKU.
03 / THE LONG-TERM VISION
STARTING IN JAPANSilk Road 2040
A longer horizon.
One practical step at a time.
I am building a long-term vision to connect manufacturers and markets across Japan, China, Southeast Asia, India, the Middle East and Europe. Japan is the starting point.
A long-term expansion vision. Routes are schematic, not existing shipping services.
04 / COMMUNITY
Business, with
room to give back.
Asia Shokusan Inc.
I founded Asia Shokusan Inc., a Japanese trading company, to bring the Silk Road 2040 vision to life. It will build a trade network that connects many manufacturers with many markets across countries, contributing to the prosperity of local communities and future generations. Alongside our business, we also engage in volunteering and community support.
My involvement began earlier, donating a portion of business revenue to support communities living in poverty in Myanmar and orphanages in Vietnam.
LET’S DISCUSS YOUR PRODUCT.
Have a product in mind?
Let’s start there.
Start with a product photo or catalog link. We can review wholesale prices, MOQ, lead time and certifications together, then agree on sample terms or a meeting.
Yuhei YamadaConnect on LinkedIn