Japan - Sweet Potato - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Sweet Potato Market Size in Japan
The Japanese sweet potato market declined to $X in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a pronounced descent. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Sweet Potato Production in Japan
In value terms, sweet potato production contracted slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, saw a noticeable downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X%. Sweet potato production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.
The average yield of sweet potatoes in Japan expanded notably to X tons per ha in 2022, surging by X% against 2021. In general, the yield, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the yield increased by X%. As a result, the yield attained the peak level of X tons per ha. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the average sweet potato yield remained at a lower figure. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.
The sweet potato harvested area in Japan dropped to X ha in 2022, leveling off at 2021 figures. Over the period under review, the harvested area showed a slight descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to sweet potato production reached the maximum at X ha in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the harvested area remained at a lower figure.
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Sweet Potato Exports
Exports from Japan
For the eleventh consecutive year, Japan recorded growth in shipments abroad of sweet potatoes, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
In value terms, sweet potato exports declined to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.
Exports by Country
Hong Kong SAR (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and Singapore (X tons) were the main destinations of sweet potato exports from Japan, with a combined X% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Thailand (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
In value terms, Hong Kong SAR ($X), Thailand ($X) and Singapore ($X) constituted the largest markets for sweet potato exported from Japan worldwide, with a combined X% share of total exports.
In terms of the main countries of destination, Thailand, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the average sweet potato export price amounted to $X per ton, declining by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2021, and then declined in the following year.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton) and Singapore ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($X per ton) and Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Taiwan (Chinese) (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.
Sweet Potato Imports
Imports into Japan
After four years of decline, purchases abroad of sweet potatoes increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a noticeable decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, sweet potato imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
China (X tons), Vietnam (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main suppliers of sweet potato imports to Japan.
From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Indonesia (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
In value terms, Vietnam ($X), Indonesia ($X) and China ($X) were the largest sweet potato suppliers to Japan.
In terms of the main suppliers, Vietnam, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the average sweet potato import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while the price for China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Vietnam (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the sweet potato 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.
Product coverage:
- FCL 122 - Sweet potatoes
Country coverage:
- Japan
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- 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
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Yield And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Area Harvested, 2012–2023
- Yield, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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