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Japan: Smoked Salmon Market 2024

Smoked Salmon Market Size in Japan

For the third year in a row, the Japanese smoked salmon market recorded decline in sales value, which decreased by -11.5% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, consumption showed a pronounced contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Smoked Salmon Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, overseas shipments of smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon decreased by -81.4% to X kg, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports showed a dramatic shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 222% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, smoked salmon exports fell rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a sharp downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 194%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Philippines (X kg), Hong Kong SAR (X kg) and Taiwan (Chinese) (X kg) were the main destinations of smoked salmon exports from Japan.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the Philippines (with a CAGR of +61.9%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the Philippines ($X), Hong Kong SAR ($X) and Taiwan (Chinese) ($X) were the largest markets for smoked salmon exported from Japan worldwide.

The Philippines, with a CAGR of +91.1%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average smoked salmon export price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 92% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when the average export price increased by 112%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Hong Kong SAR ($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 the Philippines (+18.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Smoked Salmon Imports

Imports into Japan

For the third year in a row, Japan recorded decline in overseas purchases of smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon, which decreased by -17.2% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports showed a perceptible decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 162%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, smoked salmon imports dropped to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a perceptible contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 152% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Poland (X tons), Chile (X tons) and Norway (X tons) were the main suppliers of smoked salmon imports to Japan, with a combined 82% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of +21.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Poland ($X), Chile ($X) and Norway ($X) constituted the largest smoked salmon suppliers to Japan, together accounting for 78% of total imports.

Poland, with a CAGR of +23.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to 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 smoked salmon import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 7.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when the average import price increased by 9.7%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (+2.2%), 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 smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and Pakistan, with a combined 44% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Germany, Bangladesh, the UK, Italy, France, Iran, Canada, Thailand, Egypt and Tanzania, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the largest producers of smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon in the world?

The country with the largest volume of smoked salmon production was China, comprising approx. 25% of total volume. Moreover, smoked salmon production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Poland, with a 9.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon to Japan?

In value terms, Poland, Norway and Chile were the largest smoked salmon suppliers to Japan, with a combined 67% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon from Japan?

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR, the Philippines and Taiwan Chinese) appeared to be the largest markets for smoked salmon exported from Japan worldwide.

What is the average export price for smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon in Japan?

The average smoked salmon export price stood at $36,703 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 110% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for smoked pacific, atlantic and danube salmon in Japan?

In 2021, the average smoked salmon import price amounted to $17,449 per ton, with an increase of 5.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the smoked salmon 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:

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Prodcom 10202425 - Smoked Pacific, Atlantic and Danube salmon (including fillets, e xcluding heads, tails and maws)

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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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. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. 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 VOLUME AND VALUE
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. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023