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Japan: Blanket Market 2025

Blanket Market Size in Japan

The Japanese blanket market expanded rapidly to $X in 2022, with an increase of 6% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, saw a pronounced reduction. Blanket consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Blanket Production in Japan

In value terms, blanket production reduced slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 2.6% against the previous year. Blanket production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Blanket Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, overseas shipments of blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) were finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Over the period under review, exports saw a strong expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, blanket exports fell remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 21%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Malaysia (X tons) and Hong Kong SAR (X tons) were the main destinations of blanket exports from Japan, with a combined 33% share of total exports. Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 17%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Vietnam (with a CAGR of +33.2%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), Malaysia ($X) and Hong Kong SAR ($X) constituted the largest markets for blanket exported from Japan worldwide, with a combined 94% share of total exports. Singapore, China, Thailand and Vietnam lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

Among the main countries of destination, China, with a CAGR of +6.8%, 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 blanket export price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -76.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a abrupt descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 25% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Singapore (-1.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Blanket Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, approx. X tons of blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) were imported into Japan; with an increase of 30% against the year before. In general, imports, however, saw a slight curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 34%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, blanket imports reduced slightly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by 7.7%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X tons) was the main blanket supplier to Japan, accounting for a 103% share of total imports. It was followed by Vietnam (X tons), with a 3% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China amounted to -4.1%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) to Japan, comprising 94% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam ($X), with a 4.4% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China amounted to -4.0%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average blanket import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -25.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 34%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($X per ton), while the price for China amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+0.1%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of blanket consumption in 2020 were the United States, China and India, together accounting for 43% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of blanket production was China, accounting for 62% of total volume. Moreover, blanket production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, tenfold. Turkey ranked third in terms of total production with a 1.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) to Japan?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of blanket to Japan, comprising 87% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 6.4% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) from Japan?

In value terms, Taiwan Chinese) remains the key foreign market for blanket exports from Japan, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 20% share of total exports. It was followed by Hong Kong SAR, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) in Japan?

In 2020, the average blanket export price amounted to $9.8 per unit, which is down by -13.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for blankets and traveling rugs (except electric blankets) in Japan?

In 2020, the average blanket import price amounted to $9 per unit, surging by 15% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the blanket 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:

Prodcom 13921130 - Blankets and travelling rugs of wool or fine animal hair (excluding electric blankets)
Prodcom 13921150 - Blankets and travelling rugs of synthetic fibres (excluding electric blankets)
Prodcom 13921190 - Blankets (excluding electric blankets) and travelling rugs of textile materials (excluding of wool or fine animal hair, of synthetic fibres)

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

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024