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Japan: Tea Market 2024

Tea Market Size in Japan

The Japanese tea market shrank to $X in 2022, falling by -3.9% 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). In general, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 4.3%. Over the period under review, the market reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Tea Exports

Exports from Japan

In 2022, overseas shipments of tea decreased by -2.7% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after five years of growth. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 16%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tea exports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed a notable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 23% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Taiwan (Chinese) (X tons), the United States (X tons) and Germany (X tons) were the main destinations of tea exports from Japan, with a combined 73% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (with a CAGR of +15.6%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for tea exports from Japan, comprising 49% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Taiwan (Chinese) ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 10% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States stood at +3.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Taiwan (Chinese) (+13.0% per year) and Germany (+3.5% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average tea export price amounted to $X per ton, falling by -4.9% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when the average export price increased by 16%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Taiwan (Chinese) ($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 Australia (+15.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Tea Imports

Imports into Japan

In 2022, overseas purchases of tea decreased by -7.9% to X tons, falling for the third consecutive year after three years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 4.5%. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, tea imports declined modestly to $X in 2022. In general, imports showed a noticeable setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when imports increased by 4.8%. Imports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), Sri Lanka (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of tea imports to Japan, together comprising 75% of total imports. Kenya, Indonesia, Malawi and Taiwan (Chinese) lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 22%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Malawi (with a CAGR of +27.2%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest tea suppliers to Japan were China ($X), Sri Lanka ($X) and India ($X), with a combined 78% share of total imports. Kenya, Taiwan (Chinese), Indonesia and Malawi lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 15%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Malawi, with a CAGR of +27.7%, recorded the highest growth rate of 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

In 2022, the average tea import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 6.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 7.6%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 Taiwan (Chinese) ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+2.8%), 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 tea in the world?

China remains the largest tea consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 40% of total volume. Moreover, tea consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Turkey, with a 4% share.

What are the largest producers of tea in the world?

The country with the largest volume of tea production was China, accounting for 43% of total volume. Moreover, tea production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Kenya, with an 8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tea to Japan?

In value terms, the largest tea suppliers to Japan were China, Sri Lanka and India, with a combined 72% share of total imports. Kenya, Taiwan Chinese) and Indonesia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 11%.

What are the leading importers of tea from Japan?

In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for tea exports from Japan, comprising 51% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Taiwan Chinese), with a 9.2% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 7.7% share.

What is the average export price for tea in Japan?

In 2020, the average tea export price amounted to $23,625 per ton, increasing by 3.8% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tea in Japan?

The average tea import price stood at $5,522 per ton in 2020, surging by 3.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the tea 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 667 - Tea

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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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. 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 2012–2023
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. 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, 2012–2023
23. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
24. Area Harvested, 2012–2023
25. Yield, 2012–2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
28. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
30. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
34. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
36. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
37. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023