Japan Organic Food Market Insights Forecasts to 2033

• The Japan Organic Food Market Size was valued at USD 1.48 Billion in 2023.
• The Market is Growing at a CAGR of 10.12% from 2023 to 2033
• The Japan Organic Food Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 3.88 Billion by 2033

The Japan Organic Food Market is Anticipated to Reach USD 3.88 Billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 10.12% from 2023 to 2033.

Market Overview

Organic foods are the result of integrated farming methods that follow organic farming practices and prioritize soil health, and biodiversity, free from chemical inputs, and other social and environmental responsibility factors. Organic food is the result of farming practices that avoid the application of artificial fertilizers, pesticides, growth regulators, and chemicals in animal feed. Organic legislation typically prohibits radiation and the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) or items derived from or utilizing GMOs. Furthermore, eating exclusively organic food can help people with sensitivities to foods, chemicals, or preservatives feel less or even completely better because organic foods often include more healthy ingredients, such as antioxidants, than their counterparts cultivated conventionally. Additionally, growing consumer knowledge of the advantages organic products have for their health and the environment is the main driver of the Japanese organic food markeReport Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan organic food market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan organic food market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Japan organic food market.

Driving Factors

The demand for organic food in Japan is being driven by consumers' growing awareness of the health benefits of switching to natural, non-GMO foods and products free of artificial chemicals. Moreover, encouraging policies and laws from the government are promoting market expansion in Japan. Furthermore, Japan's aging population is causing a dramatic shift in eating habits, which in turn is increasing demand for organic food. Additionally, domestic producers are matching customer desires for locally sourced products and investing significantly in organic farming practices in conjunction with global environmental aims. Another important factor is tourism, as more and more travellers search for real, traditional dining experiences, which raises the market for locally produced and organic goods.

Restraining Factors

The Japanese market for organic food confronts several obstacles despite the encouraging trends. For many farmers, the obstacles of high production costs, scarcity of organic materials, and rigorous certification procedures are formidable.

Market Segmentation

The Japan organic food market share is classified into product and distribution channel.

• The fruits and vegetables segment is expected to hold a significant market share through the forecast period.

The Japan organic food market is segmented by product into fruits and vegetables, dairy products, meat, fish and poultry, frozen foods, and others. Among these, the fruits and vegetables segment is expected to hold a significant market share through the forecast period. The main driver of the Japanese market is the nutritious content of organic fruits and vegetables. Compared to cultivars cultivated traditionally, it has a higher concentration of minerals, vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.

• The offline segment is expected to dominate the Japan organic food market during the forecast period.       

Based on the distribution channel, the Japan organic food market is divided into sales personnel and organic food agencies. Among these, the offline segment is expected to dominate the Japan organic food market during the forecast period. The offline retailers provide a large selection of goods, some of which may be local or even branded. The organic foods are sold in a variety of general stores, supermarkets, hypermarkets, and specialized shops.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan organic food market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Green Earth Institute
• WithGreen
• Hirakawa Winery
• Kagome
• Naturally Plus
• GARNET
• Artisanal
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments

• In January 2024, the president of the AEON company, Mr. Okada, first established a 50/50 joint venture with Bio C Bon because he had predicted the growth of organic products in Japan.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2033. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan Organic Food Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Organic Food Market, By Product

• Fruits and Vegetables
• Dairy Products
• Meat
• Fish and Poultry
• Frozen Foods
• Others

Japan Organic Food Market, By Distribution Channel

• Online
• Offline