| Product Code: ETC7731275 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
Japan's alternative proteins import market in 2024 continued to see a high level of concentration, with top exporting countries being China, USA, Malaysia, Switzerland, and Italy. The Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) remained at a significant level, indicating strong dominance by these key players. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stood at 1.57%, with a notable growth spike of 3.57% from 2023 to 2024. This data underscores the steady growth and competitive landscape of the alternative proteins market in Japan, with these key exporting countries playing a crucial role in shaping the industry dynamics.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Alternative Proteins Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Alternative Proteins Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer awareness about health and sustainability benefits of alternative proteins |
4.2.2 Growing demand for plant-based protein products due to dietary preferences and ethical considerations |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting sustainable food production and reducing reliance on animal-based proteins |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High production costs of alternative proteins compared to traditional animal-based proteins |
4.3.2 Limited availability and variety of alternative protein products in the market |
4.3.3 Consumer perception challenges related to taste, texture, and nutritional value of alternative proteins |
5 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Trends |
6 Japan Alternative Proteins Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Alternative Proteins Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume, By Plant Protein [Soy, Pea, Potato], 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume, By Insect Protein [Crickets, BSF], 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume, By Microbial [Algae Protein, Fungal Proteins], 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Japan Alternative Proteins Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume, By Food & Beverage, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenues & Volume, By Alternative Proteins, 2021- 2031F |
7 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Consumer adoption rate of alternative protein products |
8.2 Number of new product launches and innovations in the alternative proteins market |
8.3 Percentage of retail shelf space dedicated to alternative protein products |
9 Japan Alternative Proteins Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Alternative Proteins Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Alternative Proteins Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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