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Japan: Cocoa Bean Market 2025

Cocoa Bean Market Size in Japan

In 2022, after five years of decline, there was significant growth in the Japanese cocoa bean market, when its value increased by 6.6% to $X. In general, consumption, however, recorded a noticeable slump. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Cocoa Bean Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, overseas shipments of cocoa beans decreased by -88.7% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 2,846% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, cocoa bean exports dropped notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed a pronounced shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 3,140%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons) was the main destination for cocoa bean exports from Japan, with a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Belgium stood at +183.8%.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) also remains the key foreign market for cocoa beans exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Belgium totaled +99.7%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cocoa bean export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 114% against the previous year. In general, the export price enjoyed a mild expansion. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Belgium.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Taiwan (Chinese) amounted to +49.3% per year.

Cocoa Bean Imports

Imports into Japan

After three years of decline, purchases abroad of cocoa beans increased by 16% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a mild reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 58%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, cocoa bean imports expanded modestly to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 59%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Ghana (X tons) constituted the largest cocoa bean supplier to Japan, with a 75% share of total imports. Moreover, cocoa bean imports from Ghana exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Ecuador (X tons), sixfold. Venezuela (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 4.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Ghana totaled -1.7%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ecuador (+4.5% per year) and Venezuela (-7.5% per year).

In value terms, Ghana ($X) constituted the largest supplier of cocoa beans to Japan, comprising 71% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ecuador ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Venezuela, with a 5.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Ghana amounted to -2.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Ecuador (+4.3% per year) and Venezuela (-10.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average cocoa bean import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -11% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a mild decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 20% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from the Dominican Republic ($X per ton) and Ecuador ($X per ton), while the price for Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton) and Ghana ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Dominican Republic (+0.1%), 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 cocoa beans in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of cocoa bean consumption in 2021 were Indonesia, Cote d'Ivoire and the Netherlands, together accounting for 37% of global consumption. These countries were followed by the United States, Germany, Malaysia, Brazil, Ghana, Nigeria, France, Turkey, Belgium and Canada, which together accounted for a further 43%.

What are the largest producers of cocoa beans in the world?

Cote d'Ivoire remains the largest cocoa bean producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 39% of total volume. Moreover, cocoa bean production in Cote d'Ivoire exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Ghana, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with a 13% share.

What are the leading suppliers of cocoa beans to Japan?

In value terms, Ghana constituted the largest supplier of cocoa bean to Japan, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ecuador, with an 11% share of total imports. It was followed by Venezuela, with a 6.8% share.

What are the leading importers of cocoa beans from Japan?

It was followed by Chile, with a 13% share.

What is the average export price for cocoa beans in Japan?

In 2021, the average cocoa bean export price amounted to $4,249 per ton, with an increase of 229% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for cocoa beans in Japan?

In 2021, the average cocoa bean import price amounted to $2,862 per ton, standing approx. at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the cocoa bean 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 661 - Cocoa beans

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