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Japan: Goat Meat Market 2025

Goat Meat Market Size in Japan

For the fourth consecutive year, the Japanese goat meat market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 5.9% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded buoyant growth. Goat meat consumption peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Goat Meat Production in Japan

In value terms, goat meat production shrank to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 21% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.

The average yield of goat meat in Japan amounted to X kg per head in 2022, remaining constant against 2021 figures. In general, the yield, however, saw a perceptible decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the yield increased by 3.1% against the previous year. The goat meat yield peaked at X kg per head in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the yield remained at a lower figure.

In 2022, number of animals slaughtered for goat meat production in Japan amounted to X heads, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, the number of producing animals, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 7.1%. As a result, the amount of animals produced attained the peak level of X heads. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of this number remained at a lower figure.

Goat Meat Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, approx. X tons of goat meat were exported from Japan; with a decrease of -52.3% on the year before. In general, exports showed a sharp decline. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then declined notably in the following year.

In value terms, goat meat exports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a dramatic decline. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2021, and then fell dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

Qatar (X tons) was the main destination for goat meat exports from Japan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Qatar amounted to +637.2%.

In value terms, Qatar ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for goat meat exports from Japan.

From 2021 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Qatar totaled +75.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average goat meat export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 4.8% against the previous year. Over the last one-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +4.8%. 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 Qatar.

From 2021 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Qatar amounted to -76.2% per year.

Goat Meat Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, imports of goat meat into Japan reduced modestly to X tons, which is down by -1.6% compared with the previous year's figure. In general, total imports indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.7% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +74.6% against 2012 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 23% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then fell modestly in the following year.

In value terms, goat meat imports expanded markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed a strong increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 40%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Australia (X tons) was the main goat meat supplier to Japan, accounting for a 94% share of total imports. Moreover, goat meat imports from Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Spain (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Australia totaled +6.5%.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to Japan, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Spain ($X), with a 4.7% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Australia amounted to +13.2%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average goat meat import price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a buoyant expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +5.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, goat meat import price increased by +82.7% against 2013 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 24%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the price for Spain stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+41.2%), 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 goat meat in the world?

China remains the largest goat meat consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, goat meat consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Pakistan, with an 8.2% share.

What are the largest producers of goat meat in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of goat meat production, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, goat meat production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fourfold. Pakistan ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of goat meat to Japan?

In value terms, Australia constituted the largest supplier of goat meat to Japan, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Spain, with a 4.4% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of goat meat from Japan?

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR and Qatar appeared to be the largest markets for goat meat exported from Japan worldwide.

What is the average export price for goat meat in Japan?

In 2021, the average goat meat export price amounted to $3,978 per ton, waning by -45.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for goat meat in Japan?

In 2021, the average goat meat import price amounted to $8,650 per ton, increasing by 6.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the goat meat 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 1017 - Goat meat

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
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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, PRODUCING ANIMALS 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. Producing Animals Slaughtered, 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