| Product Code: ETC104741 | Publication Date: Jun 2021 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, Japan continued to rely heavily on imports of bicycle frames, with top suppliers being China, Taiwan, Germany, Vietnam, and the USA. Despite a high concentration level, the industry experienced a significant decline with a negative CAGR of -7.4% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate further plummeted by -14.24% from 2023 to 2024, indicating a challenging market environment for bicycle frame imports into Japan. This trend suggests a need for market players to reassess strategies and adapt to changing dynamics within the industry.

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 Bicycle Frames Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Bicycle Frames Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Bicycle Frames Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing popularity of cycling as a recreational activity and means of transportation in Japan |
4.2.2 Growing focus on health and fitness, leading to a rise in demand for bicycles |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting cycling infrastructure and sustainability |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High competition from other modes of transportation like cars and public transport |
4.3.2 Price sensitivity of consumers due to economic factors |
4.3.3 Seasonal fluctuations impacting demand for bicycles |
5 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Trends |
6 Japan Bicycle Frames Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Bicycle Frames Market, By Material |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Material, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.3 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Aluminium, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.4 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.5 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Carbon Fiber, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.6 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Titanium, 2018 - 2027F |
6.1.7 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market, By Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Mountain, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.3 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.4 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Road, 2018 - 2027F |
6.2.5 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2018 - 2027F |
6.3 Japan Bicycle Frames Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Online, 2018 - 2027F |
6.3.3 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenues & Volume, By Offline, 2018 - 2027F |
7 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average number of cycling events and competitions in Japan |
8.2 Percentage of population engaging in regular cycling activities |
8.3 Number of new cycling lanes and infrastructure projects implemented in Japan |
8.4 Adoption rate of eco-friendly practices in the bicycle manufacturing industry |
8.5 Percentage of households owning at least one bicycle in Japan |
9 Japan Bicycle Frames Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Bicycle Frames Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2021 |
10.2 Japan Bicycle Frames Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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