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Yamato Transport Launches New KuroNeko Light Cargo Charter Service

Yamato Transport, based in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, has officially announced the introduction of its KuroNeko Light Cargo Charter service, set to begin on October 28, 2026. This innovative service aims to meet a wide array of delivery needs for businesses, catering to urgent requests as well as spot deliveries. By leveraging the Yamato Business Members (YBM) program, which boasts around 1.8 million registered companies, clients can now streamline their logistics process with unprecedented ease.

Key Features of the Service

The KuroNeko Light Cargo Charter offers several remarkable features that redefine the traditional delivery process:

1. Online Arrangements in Just One Minute

Customers can complete the entire process online—from getting a quote to placing an order. By simply filling in the required information on the platform, users only need to wait for responses from drivers. Remarkably, a vehicle can be secured within a minute from over 100,000 nationwide drivers. Additionally, clients can track the current location and status of their chosen delivery in real-time, enhancing transparency and management.

2. 24/7 Direct Delivery Service

The service operates around the clock, every day of the year, and can respond to requests within as little as 30 minutes, even during late night and early morning hours. By utilizing a dedicated light cargo vehicle for each job, there is no need for rescheduling or transferring goods, which makes this service particularly advantageous for urgent deliveries, spot deliveries, and shipments requiring precise timing, such as delicate equipment.

3. Simplified Billing Process

The service layers its costs onto existing Yamato courier fees, ensuring that all expenses are consolidated into a single monthly bill. This not only eliminates the hassle of multiple payment methods—such as cash transactions and new account setups—but also significantly reduces the accounting workload related to invoice handling for corporate clientele.

Service Overview

The KuroNeko Light Cargo Charter begins on October 28, 2026, and is exclusively available to businesses that have existing contracts with Yamato Transport and are registered with the YBM system. Clients will benefit from this service in various situations, including urgent deliveries, just-in-time shipping, temporary demand spikes, and the transportation of cumbersome or sensitive items that challenge standard packaging.

How to Use the Service

Using the KuroNeko Light Cargo Charter is a straightforward process:
1. Log in to the YBM platform and access the service utilization page.
2. Input the necessary conditions including pick-up location, delivery destination, and preferred timings.
3. Review the displayed quote and send the request.
4. Select a suitable delivery driver from the submitted candidates.
5. The chosen driver will proceed with the delivery as per the order details.

Note that upon choosing a driver, the delivery request becomes binding, and charges will apply right away.

Background and Objectives

As businesses face increasingly complicated logistics challenges and quicker operational demands, their delivery requirements have also evolved to become more sophisticated. To address these complexities, Yamato has developed the KuroNeko Light Cargo Charter, which intends to resolve long-standing logistical issues such as cumbersome ordering processes, ambiguous tracking, and the tedious handling of multiple invoices. By enabling seamless access to this charter service within the YBM portal, Yamato aims to significantly enhance the operational efficiency of its customers, directly contributing to resolving their diverse delivery needs.

For more information, businesses can visit the Yamato Transport website or contact their support services.