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Japan: Date Market 2025

Date Market Size in Japan

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in the Japanese date market, when its value decreased by -0.3% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption enjoyed buoyant growth. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Date Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, date exports from Japan contracted significantly to X kg, falling by -96% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports faced a sharp downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 1,375% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, date exports declined markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports recorded a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 986%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Tanzania (X kg) was the main destination for date exports from Japan, with a 67% share of total exports. Moreover, date exports to Tanzania exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Canada (X kg), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Tanzania stood at -19.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Canada (-18.3% per year) and Hong Kong SAR (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Canada ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for dates exports from Japan, comprising 60% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Hong Kong SAR ($X), with a 20% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Canada stood at -10.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Hong Kong SAR (0.0% per year) and Tanzania (-29.4% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average date export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 742% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate prominent growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Hong Kong SAR ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Tanzania ($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 Canada (+9.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Date Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was decline in overseas purchases of dates, when their volume decreased by -0.4% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 95% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2021, and then shrank slightly in the following year.

In value terms, date imports reduced to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 239% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2021, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Imports by Country

Pakistan (X tons), Iran (X tons) and Tunisia (X tons) were the main suppliers of date imports to Japan, with a combined 78% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Tunisia (with a CAGR of +37.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Tunisia ($X) and Iran ($X) were the largest date suppliers to Japan, with a combined 75% share of total imports. Saudi Arabia and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 23%.

Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +34.6%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average date import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining stable against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, enjoyed a buoyant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average import price increased by 73%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the price for Pakistan ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+8.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date consumption in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, with a combined 43% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, India, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the largest producers of dates in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of date production in 2021 were Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Iran, together accounting for 48% of global production. These countries were followed by Algeria, Iraq, Pakistan, Sudan, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Tunisia, Libya and China, which together accounted for a further 45%.

What are the leading suppliers of dates to Japan?

In value terms, Tunisia, the United States and Iran were the largest date suppliers to Japan, together accounting for 72% of total imports. Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 25%.

What are the leading importers of dates from Japan?

In value terms, the largest markets for date exported from Japan were Macao SAR $809) and Tanzania $668).

What is the average export price for dates in Japan?

The average date export price stood at $2,339 per ton in 2021, reducing by -22.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for dates in Japan?

The average date import price stood at $3,274 per ton in 2021, approximately mirroring the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the date 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 577 - Dates

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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

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 2012–2024
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