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Quick Start Guide

Get started with BeForward.jp parser in minutes. Extract Japanese automotive export data with just a few lines of code.

🚀 Prerequisites​

Before you begin, ensure you have:

  • API Key: Get your API key from the Carapis Dashboard
  • Programming Language: Choose your preferred language (JavaScript, Python, PHP, etc.)
  • Internet Connection: Stable connection for API requests
  • Export Market Knowledge: Basic understanding of automotive export processes

📋 Step 1: Get Your API Key​

  1. Sign up at Carapis Dashboard
  2. Navigate to the API Keys section
  3. Create a new API key for BeForward.jp parser
  4. Copy your API key (keep it secure!)
# Your API key will look like this:
beforward_parser_sk_1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef

🔧 Step 2: Install SDK (Optional)​

JavaScript/Node.js​

npm install @carapis/beforward-parser
# or
yarn add @carapis/beforward-parser

Python​

pip install carapis-beforward-parser

PHP​

composer require carapis/beforward-parser

📝 Step 3: Make Your First Request​

JavaScript Example​

// Using the SDK
const { BeForwardParser } = require('@carapis/beforward-parser');

const parser = new BeForwardParser({
  apiKey: 'beforward_parser_sk_1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef',
  region: 'japan',
});

// Extract export vehicle listings
async function getExportVehicles() {
  try {
    const vehicles = await parser.extractListings({
      filters: {
        make: 'Toyota',
        yearFrom: 2018,
        priceMax: 15000,
        exportTo: 'africa',
      },
      limit: 10,
    });

    console.log(`Found ${vehicles.length} Toyota vehicles for African export`);
    vehicles.forEach((vehicle) => {
      console.log(`${vehicle.year} ${vehicle.make} ${vehicle.model} - $${vehicle.price.current} USD`);
    });
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('Error:', error.message);
  }
}

getExportVehicles();

Python Example​

# Using the SDK
from carapis_beforward_parser import BeForwardParser

parser = BeForwardParser(
    api_key="beforward_parser_sk_1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef",
    region="japan"
)

# Extract export market data
try:
    vehicles = parser.extract_listings(
        filters={
            "make": "Honda",
            "body_type": "SUV",
            "price_min": 8000,
            "export_to": "middle_east"
        },
        limit=10
    )

    print(f"Found {len(vehicles)} Honda SUVs for Middle East export")
    for vehicle in vehicles:
        print(f"{vehicle['year']} {vehicle['make']} {vehicle['model']} - ${vehicle['price']['current']} USD")

except Exception as e:
    print(f"Error: {e}")

Direct API Call (cURL)​

curl -X POST "https://api.carapis.com/v1/parsers/beforward.jp/extract" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer beforward_parser_sk_1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "filters": {
      "make": "Nissan",
      "yearFrom": 2019,
      "priceMax": 12000,
      "exportTo": "south_america"
    },
    "options": {
      "region": "japan",
      "limit": 5,
      "dataFields": ["price", "specifications", "export_info"]
    }
  }'

📊 Step 4: Understand the Response​

{
  "success": true,
  "data": {
    "vehicles": [
      {
        "id": "beforward_12345",
        "title": "2019 Nissan X-Trail 2.0L",
        "url": "https://www.beforward.jp/stocklist/12345",
        "price": {
          "current": 9500,
          "currency": "USD",
          "negotiable": true,
          "shipping_cost": 2200,
          "total_cost": 11700
        },
        "specifications": {
          "make": "Nissan",
          "model": "X-Trail",
          "year": 2019,
          "engine": "2.0L Gasoline",
          "transmission": "CVT",
          "mileage": 35000,
          "fuel_type": "Gasoline",
          "body_type": "SUV",
          "color": "Silver"
        },
        "export_info": {
          "destination": "Brazil",
          "shipping_method": "Container",
          "estimated_delivery": "40 days",
          "documentation": "Complete",
          "compliance": "Verified",
          "port_of_departure": "Yokohama"
        },
        "quality_assurance": {
          "inspection_grade": "A",
          "condition": "Excellent",
          "service_history": "Complete",
          "export_ready": true,
          "photos_available": 15
        }
      }
    ],
    "pagination": {
      "total": 850,
      "page": 1,
      "per_page": 5,
      "total_pages": 170
    },
    "metadata": {
      "extraction_time": "2024-01-15T10:30:00Z",
      "region": "japan",
      "filters_applied": {
        "make": "Nissan",
        "yearFrom": 2019,
        "priceMax": 12000,
        "exportTo": "south_america"
      }
    }
  }
}

🎯 Step 5: Common Use Cases​

Extract Vehicles for African Export​

const vehicles = await parser.extractListings({
  filters: {
    make: 'Toyota',
    bodyType: 'SUV',
    priceMax: 15000,
    exportTo: 'africa',
  },
  options: {
    limit: 100,
    dataFields: ['price', 'specifications', 'export_info'],
  },
});

Get Middle East Market Analysis​

const vehicles = await parser.extractListings({
  filters: {
    make: 'Honda',
    yearFrom: 2018,
    exportTo: 'middle_east',
  },
  options: {
    limit: 50,
    dataFields: ['price', 'market_data', 'specifications'],
  },
});

// Calculate average export cost
const avgCost = vehicles.reduce((sum, v) => sum + v.price.total_cost, 0) / vehicles.length;
console.log(`Average Honda export cost to Middle East: $${avgCost.toLocaleString()} USD`);

Monitor Dealer Export Inventory​

const dealerVehicles = await parser.extractListings({
  filters: {
    sellerType: 'dealer',
    exportReady: true,
  },
  options: {
    limit: 200,
    dataFields: ['seller_info', 'price', 'export_info'],
  },
});

// Group by destination
const exportDestinations = {};
dealerVehicles.forEach((vehicle) => {
  const destination = vehicle.export_info.destination;
  if (!exportDestinations[destination]) {
    exportDestinations[destination] = [];
  }
  exportDestinations[destination].push(vehicle);
});

⚙️ Configuration Options​

Regional Settings​

const parser = new BeForwardParser({
  apiKey: 'your_api_key',
  region: 'japan', // Japanese market focus
  language: 'en', // English language
  currency: 'USD', // US Dollar for export pricing
});

Export-Specific Options​

const vehicles = await parser.extractListings({
  filters: { make: 'Toyota' },
  options: {
    dataFields: [
      'price', // Pricing information
      'specifications', // Vehicle specs
      'export_info', // Export details
      'quality_assurance', // Quality data
      'shipping_info', // Shipping details
    ],
    exportFocus: true, // Optimize for export data
    includeShipping: true, // Include shipping costs
  },
});

Rate Limiting​

const parser = new BeForwardParser({
  apiKey: 'your_api_key',
  rateLimit: {
    requestsPerMinute: 60,
    requestsPerHour: 1000,
  },
});

🔍 Error Handling​

try {
  const vehicles = await parser.extractListings({
    filters: { make: 'Toyota' },
  });
} catch (error) {
  switch (error.code) {
    case 'AUTHENTICATION_ERROR':
      console.error('Invalid API key');
      break;
    case 'RATE_LIMIT_EXCEEDED':
      console.error('Rate limit exceeded. Please wait.');
      break;
    case 'INVALID_FILTERS':
      console.error('Invalid filter parameters');
      break;
    case 'EXTRACTION_FAILED':
      console.error('Data extraction failed. Please try again.');
      break;
    case 'EXPORT_REGION_NOT_SUPPORTED':
      console.error('Export destination not supported');
      break;
    default:
      console.error('Unexpected error:', error.message);
  }
}

📈 Next Steps​

  1. Explore the API Reference for detailed endpoint documentation
  2. Check out Market Analysis for Japanese export market insights
  3. Review the FAQ for common questions and troubleshooting
  4. Join our community for support and updates

🆘 Need Help?​

Ready to extract Japanese automotive export data? Start building with BeForward.jp parser today!