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Japan: Cashew Nut Market 2024

Cashew Nut Market Size in Japan

The Japanese cashew nut market shrank significantly to $X in 2021, dropping by -89% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). In general, consumption saw a abrupt contraction. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then declined sharply in the following year.

Cashew Nut Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2021, approx. X kg of cashew nuts were exported from Japan; with a decrease of -4.2% compared with the year before. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 29%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cashew nut exports reached $X in 2021. In general, exports faced a precipitous descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 16%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Micronesia (X kg) was the main destination for cashew nut exports from Japan, with a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, cashew nut exports to Micronesia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Singapore (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Micronesia stood at -39.8%.

In value terms, Micronesia ($X) remains the key foreign market for cashew nut exports from Japan, comprising 78% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Singapore ($X), with a 21% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Micronesia stood at -31.3%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cashew nut export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 6.3% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 18% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2021, the average export prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Micronesia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Micronesia (+14.0%).

Cashew Nut Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2021, the amount of cashew nuts imported into Japan fell rapidly to X tons, reducing by -86.3% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports recorded a abrupt slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 1,852%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then fell notably in the following year.

In value terms, cashew nut imports dropped remarkably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports continue to indicate a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 2,631% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Nigeria (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and Myanmar (X kg) were the main suppliers of cashew nut imports to Japan, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Indonesia (with a CAGR of +79.1%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cashew nut to Japan, comprising 92% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Indonesia ($X), with a 5.9% share of total imports. It was followed by Myanmar, with a 1.4% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Nigeria totaled -21.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Indonesia (+24.6% per year) and Myanmar (+11.5% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average cashew nut import price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -50.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a sharp decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 60% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Nigeria ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Burkina Faso (+12.8%), 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 cashew nuts in the world?

Vietnam remains the largest cashew nut consuming country worldwide, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, cashew nut consumption in Vietnam exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. Burundi ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.7% share.

What are the largest producers of cashew nuts in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cashew nut production in 2021 were India, Cote d'Ivoire and Vietnam, together accounting for 39% of global production. These countries were followed by Ghana, Burundi, Tanzania, the Philippines, Nigeria, Mali, Benin, Guinea-Bissau, Burkina Faso and Brazil, which together accounted for a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of cashew nuts to Japan?

In value terms, Nigeria constituted the largest supplier of cashew nut to Japan, comprising 96% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 1.5% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of cashew nuts from Japan?

In value terms, Singapore $419) remains the key foreign market for cashew nut exports from Japan.

What is the average export price for cashew nuts in Japan?

The average cashew nut export price stood at $4,457 per ton in 2021, picking up by 6.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cashew nuts in Japan?

In 2021, the average cashew nut import price amounted to $1,473 per ton, almost unchanged from the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cashew nut 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 217 - Cashew nuts

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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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. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
5. 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, HARVESTED AREA AND YIELD
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. Yield And Growth
16. Exports And Growth
17. Export Prices And Growth
18. Market Size And Growth
19. Per Capita Consumption
20. Imports And Growth
21. Import Prices
22. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023