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Japan: Freshwater Fish Market 2024

Freshwater Fish Market Size in Japan

The Japanese freshwater fish market was finally on the rise to reach $X in 2022, after three years of decline. In general, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt decrease. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Freshwater Fish Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, shipments abroad of freshwater fish decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2015, thus ending a six-year rising trend. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a prominent increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then reduced modestly in the following year.

In value terms, freshwater fish exports rose remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a strong expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X tons) was the main destination for freshwater fish exports from Japan, with a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Korea totaled X%.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) also remains the key foreign market for freshwater fish exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to South Korea amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average freshwater fish export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a perceptible decline. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for South Korea.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to X% per year.

Freshwater Fish Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, overseas purchases of freshwater fish increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, freshwater fish imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main suppliers of freshwater fish imports to Japan, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by China (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X), Hong Kong SAR ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) appeared to be the largest freshwater fish suppliers to Japan, with a combined X% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average freshwater fish import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, saw a pronounced curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the price for South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for freshwater fish in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2022 were Hong Kong SAR, China and South Korea, with a combined 36% share of global consumption. Myanmar, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia, France, Japan, Malaysia, Germany, Spain and Bangladesh lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 39%.

What are the largest producers of freshwater fish in the world?

The country with the largest volume of freshwater fish production was China, accounting for 31% of total volume. Moreover, freshwater fish production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Myanmar, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by the Philippines, with a 9.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of freshwater fish to Japan?

In value terms, China, Hong Kong SAR and Taiwan Chinese) were the largest freshwater fish suppliers to Japan, together accounting for 91% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of freshwater fish from Japan?

In value terms, South Korea remains the key foreign market for freshwater fish exports from Japan.

What is the average export price for freshwater fish in Japan?

The average freshwater fish export price stood at $9,777 per ton in 2022, growing by 14% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for freshwater fish in Japan?

The average freshwater fish import price stood at $21,389 per ton in 2022, rising by 2.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the freshwater fish market in Japan. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Japan
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023