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Japan: Brassiere Market 2025

Brassiere Market Size in Japan

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the Japanese brassiere market, when its value increased by 13% to $X. In general, consumption, however, saw a mild curtailment. Brassiere consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Brassiere Production in Japan

In value terms, brassiere production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a pronounced slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the production volume increased by 194%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Brassiere Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, exports of brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated from Japan reduced to X units, waning by -10.5% on 2020 figures. In general, exports showed a slight decrease. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 25% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X units. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, brassiere exports shrank modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 26% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

China (X units) was the main destination for brassiere exports from Japan, with a 47% share of total exports. Moreover, brassiere exports to China exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Taiwan (Chinese) (X units), twofold. Hong Kong SAR (X units) ranked third in terms of total exports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to China amounted to +21.9%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Taiwan (Chinese) (-6.0% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (+1.7% per year).

In value terms, the largest markets for brassiere exported from Japan were China ($X), Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) and Thailand ($X), together accounting for 77% of total exports. Hong Kong SAR, South Korea, Singapore, the Netherlands and Malaysia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 21%.

The Netherlands, with a CAGR of +48.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Brassiere Imports

Imports into Japan

Brassiere imports into Japan fell modestly to X units in 2021, declining by -3.2% on 2020. Over the period under review, imports recorded a mild setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 6.4%. Imports peaked at X units in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, brassiere imports shrank modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, China (X units) constituted the largest brassiere supplier to Japan, accounting for a 79% share of total imports. Moreover, brassiere imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Vietnam (X units), fivefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from China amounted to -1.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Vietnam (+5.4% per year) and Thailand (-3.4% per year).

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated to Japan, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Vietnam ($X), with a 19% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from China totaled -3.3%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Vietnam (+3.4% per year) and Thailand (-5.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average brassiere import price amounted to $X per unit, stabilizing at the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average import price increased by 4.3%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per unit), while the price for China ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-1.5%), 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 brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and India, together comprising 39% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of brassiere production, comprising approx. 43% of total volume. Moreover, brassiere production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Bangladesh, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated to Japan?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of brassiere to Japan, comprising 72% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Vietnam, with a 19% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated from Japan?

In value terms, the largest markets for brassiere exported from Japan were China, Taiwan Chinese) and Thailand, with a combined 76% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated in Japan?

In 2021, the average brassiere export price amounted to $84,270 per ton, surging by 3.5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for brassieres of textile materials, whether or not elasticated in Japan?

The average brassiere import price stood at $59,128 per ton in 2021, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the brassiere 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 14142530 - Brassieres

Country coverage:

Japan

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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
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 2012–2024
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