Released on: August 3, 2008, 7:57 pm

Press Release Author: XCIDIA, Inc.

Industry: Internet & Online

Press Release Summary: XCIDIA, Inc. has launched a new type of service allowing
retailers and other buyers to sidestep trade companies for direct access to Japanese
products at wholesale prices. Utilizing XCIDIA\'s services will give buyers easy
access to an array of Japanese products that never make it onto North American
shelves.

Press Release Body: XCIDIA, Inc. has launched a new type of service allowing
retailers and other buyers to sidestep trade companies for direct access to Japanese
products at wholesale prices. Utilizing XCIDIA\'s services will give buyers easy
access to an array of Japanese products that never make it onto North American
shelves.

From Nintendo to Hello Kitty to sushi, Japanese culture and products are known and
loved throughout the world. Undeniably, only a small percentage of what Japan has
to offer ever sees foreign markets. Through XCIDIA\'s Business 2 Business Global
Communication Service (B2BGCS), retailers and other buyers have 3 ways to access a
multitude of unseen Japanese products, with comprehensive ordering support available
through offices on both continents.

Through XCIDIA\'s B2BGCS, direct business-2-business order correspondence between
Japanese sellers and foreign buyers is finally an option. The middlemen are
eliminated. Instead of being stuck with the imports chosen by trade companies,
buyers can choose from a larger selection. XCIDIA\'s bilingual staff in both
countries eliminates language and cultural barriers that usually inhibit the flow of
products from Japan to North America. Staff provides comprehensive customer
support, including order tracking from Tokyo to anywhere in North America.
Additionally, XCIDIA accepts product requests. For example, if a buyer wants to buy
sushi-shaped cell phone cases, XCIDIA will find them. No usage/member fees -- but
buyers must apply online to order.

Specifics - B2BGCS - 3 Avenues
Access to XCIDIA products is achieved through three main avenues.

Online Wholesale Market is XCIDIA\'s online store. It's available 24hrs/7days, and
gives buyers easy access to browse products, view product descriptions, as well as
read biographical information about the artist, designer, maker, or manufacturer of
a product. Ordering and payment are completed easily and correspondence with the
maker is possible as well. For example, if a retailer would like to know if a
Shigaraki earthenware plate is microwave safe, a simple online inquiry will get a
prompt answer.

Trade Show Representation gives retailers, sales reps, and other buyers the chance
to see, feel, and experience products up close and in person. Trade shows allow
buyers to actually handle products to get a textural and tactile appreciation for
their quality, something that is often difficult to determine online. XCIDIA staff
is on hand for immediate ordering support and to answer any questions about
products. Additionally, XCIDIA presents their products in an artful, stylish way,
and in fact won Best Visual Presentation Award at the San Francisco International
Gift Fair in January 2008 for their booth designed by renowned architect Kenta
Kishi.

Database of Sales Representatives is XCIDIA\'s non-virtual avenue to product
ordering. XCIDIA has developed a database of sales representatives to match
retailers\' regional and product specialty needs. All registered sales reps are
handpicked and screened to ensure reliability. Sales Reps are a good option for
those not familiar with the internet/computers or for those that simply prefer
ordering through a real person. When a Sales Rep is requested, one is selected from
the database then sent directly to visit the retailer/buyer. Also, if a retailer
already has a trusted sales representative and wishes to do business with XCIDIA
through him/her, XCIDIA welcomes them as well.

About XCIDIA
XCIDIA, Inc. was founded in September 2006. President and CEO Hitoshi Morikawa
oversees operations at XCIDIA\'s main office and showroom in San Bruno, California.
While the San Bruno office coordinates communications with North American buyers,
the Tokyo office manages communications with Japanese makers, designers, craftsmen,
etc. Bilingual staff synchronizes the operations of the two offices. XCIDIA
products span all categories. From kitchenware to apparel to incense, traditional
Japanese to ultra-modern, buyers will find a variety of unique products not
available domestically.　　XCIDIA will be exhibiting at the upcoming New
York International Gift Fair, August 16-21, 2008.

For more information about XCIDIA\'s Business 2 Business Global Communication Service
(B2BGCS), please visit www.xcidia.com or contact Hitoshi Morikawa at 650.794.2628,
or eg.info@xcidia.com


Web Site: http://www.xcidia.com

Contact Details: XCIDIA, Inc.
Contact Name: Hitoshi Morikawa
900 Cherry Avenue Suite 300
San Bruno, California 94066
TEL 650-794-2628
FAX 650-794-2629
eg.info@xcidia.com