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Japan: Other Cereals Market 2025

Other Cereals Market Size in Japan

The Japanese other cereals market fell rapidly to $X in 2021, which is down by -91.8% 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). Overall, consumption, however, saw resilient growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X, and then fell rapidly in the following year.

Other Cereals Exports

Exports from Japan

For the third year in a row, Japan recorded growth in overseas shipments of other cerealses, which increased by 8.2% to X tons in 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 415% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, other cereals exports expanded significantly to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 140% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), Hong Kong SAR (X tons) and Indonesia (X tons) were the main destinations of other cereals exports from Japan, with a combined 69% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2021, the biggest increases were in Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +23.5%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for other cereals exported from Japan were Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), Hong Kong SAR ($X) and Thailand ($X), together accounting for 66% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Taiwan (Chinese), with a CAGR of +0.2%, saw 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

The average other cereals export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, growing by 5.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average export price increased by 2,142% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Singapore ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2014 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+24.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Other Cereals Imports

Imports into Japan

Other cereals imports into Japan declined remarkably to X tons in 2021, with a decrease of -92.3% on 2020. In general, imports, however, recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 1,066% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, other cereals imports dropped notably to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, posted buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 when imports increased by 148%. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, Peru (X tons) constituted the largest other cereals supplier to Japan, accounting for a 67% share of total imports. Moreover, other cereals imports from Peru exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Bolivia (X tons), twofold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from Peru amounted to +16.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Bolivia (+6.7% per year) and Australia (+3.7% per year).

In value terms, Peru ($X), Bolivia ($X) and Australia ($X) appeared to be the largest other cereals suppliers to Japan, with a combined 95% share of total imports.

Peru, with a CAGR of +15.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average other cereals import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 644% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the country with the highest price was Bolivia ($X per ton), while the price for Australia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+3.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for other cereals in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of other cereals consumption in 2021 were Poland, Ethiopia and Germany, together accounting for 57% of global consumption. France, Belarus, Spain, Guinea, Chad, China and Lithuania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of other cereals in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of other cereals production in 2021 were Poland, Ethiopia and Germany, together comprising 58% of global production. France, Belarus, Spain, Guinea, Chad, China and Lithuania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.

What are the leading suppliers of other cereals to Japan?

In value terms, the United States and India were the largest other cereals suppliers to Japan.

What are the leading importers of other cereals from Japan?

It was followed by Macao SAR, with a 5.3% share.

What is the average export price for other cereals in Japan?

The average other cereals export price stood at $3,476 per ton in 2021, rising by 7.7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for other cereals in Japan?

The average other cereals import price stood at $1,347 per ton in 2021, jumping by 215% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the other cereals 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 92 - Quinoa
FCL 94 - Fonio
FCL 97 - Triticale
FCL 103 - Mixed grain
FCL 108 - Cereals, nes

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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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. 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 2012–2024
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. 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, 2012–2024
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2024
25. Yield, 2012–2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024