About Us
MonotaRO
Headquartered in Japan, MonotaRO is a leading eCommerce distributor of industrial and business supplies.
We are proud to be recognized by the industry for:
- Hassle free procurement - High quality goods at a reasonable price
- Fast Shipping - From Japan to your door
- Powered by technology - A sophisticated product search engine powered by a smart algorithm
Product Range
We offer a wide selection of products at reasonable prices. You can find over 15 million items across categories like manufacturing, safety supplies, engineering, construction, R&D, electrical, office supplies, hardware, tools, automotive, kitchen equipment, and more.
Find what you are looking for by searching on MonotaRO here.
Fast Facts
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Over 15 million items
Over 15 Million products across 23 categories found easily using a sophisticated search function.
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Over 2,300 suppliers
Official distributor for over 2,300 suppliers.
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3 large distribution centers
Large scale and efficient operations with 3 large distribution centres
Delivery from Japan to 18 countries
Our Mission
“To Transform the Business Procurement Network”
MonotaRO was created with the vision of transforming the industrial goods supply chain. By using the power of technology we aspire to create a unique online store where it is possible to shop for all the things needed for a workplace in one shot.
As an authorized distributor of goods for more than 2,300 industry-leading suppliers, customers can be assured that the products they order are authentic and provided directly by the supplier.
Company Profile
| Company Name | MonotaRO Co.,Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Founded | October 2000 |
| President & CEO | Masaya Suzuki |
| Capital | 1.99 billion yen |
| Major shareholder | GRAINGER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. |
| Headquarters | Liber Bldg. 3F, 2-183 Takeyacho, Amagasaki, Hyogo, Japan 660-0876 |
| Employees | 3,000 employees (part-time and temporary employees included) |
| Business | E-commerce site selling indirect materials for businesses. |
Our History
2000
Oct.- Established by Sumitomo Co., Ltd and W.W. Grainger, Inc.
- Opened website https://www.monotaro.com/
2001
Nov.- Began services nationwide.
2002
Mar.- Established Distribution Center in Higashi Osaka City.（1,320m2、extension to 3,300m2 in February 2003）
2004
Jul.- Launched private brand "MonontaRO"
2006
Feb.- Company Renamed (Sumisho Grainger Co., Ltd. → MonotaRO Co., Ltd).
- Listed on TSE Mothers (stock code: 3064).
2007
Jan.- Moved Distribution Center to Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture（24,000m2)
2008
Mar.- Moved headquarters to Amagasaki, Hyogo.
- Entered the automotive aftermarket industry.
- Opened Second Distribution Center in Suminoe, Osaka.（9,900m2、reduced to 6,600m2 to June 2009）
2009
Oct.- Started to publish construction supplies catalog
- Listed on the TSE First Section: (Stock code: 3064).
2010
Apr.- Started overseas export business.
- Launched private brand "Osaka Spirit"（Changed to national brand in August 2019）.
2011
Feb.- Expanded Distribution Center to 28,000m2 and integrated with the Distribution Center in Suminoe, Osaka.
- Established Distribution Center in Tagajyo, Miyagi Prefecture（8,300m2、closed in May 2017）
2012
Jan.- Launched private brand "Otokomae MonontaRO"（integrated with “MonotaRO” in August 2019）.
2013
Jan.- Expanded business to Korea.
- Included in Forbes Asia's list of "Top 200 Most Outstanding Companies Under $100 Billion in Annual Sales"
2014
May.- Started agricultural materials and kitchen equipment product sales business.
- Established Amagasaki Distribution Center in Amagasaki, Hyogo Prefecture（44,000m2）.
2015
May.- Started Medical & nursing care equipment product sales business.
2016
Oct.- Expanded business to Indonesia.
2017
Mar.- Established Kasama Distribution Center in Kasama, Ibaraki Prefecture（56,200m2）
- Included in Forbes' list of "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies" (6th place)
- Established Hokkaido Distribution Center in Sapporo, Hokkaido Prefecture（990m2）
2018
Feb.- Expanded business to China.
- Established a physical shop in Saga Prefecture as a proof of concept.(closed in July 2021)
2020
Sep.- Expanded business to India.
2021
Feb.- Established Ibaraki Chuo Satellite Center in Higashi Ibaraki-gun, Ibaraki Prefecture（49,000m2）