| Product Code: ETC7744817 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Dhaval Chaurasia | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The Japan packaged sweets import market saw steady growth with a CAGR of 2.46% from 2020-2024. In 2024, top exporting countries to Japan included the USA, Metropolitan France, Belgium, Malaysia, and Singapore. Despite the diverse range of exporting countries, the market remained relatively unconcentrated with a low Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) in 2024. A notable increase in growth rate from 2023-2024 at 6.31% indicates a promising outlook for the packaged sweets import market in Japan.

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 Packaged Sweets Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Packaged Sweets Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Ingredient Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer preference for convenient and ready-to-eat snacks |
4.2.2 Growing trend of gifting packaged sweets during festivals and celebrations |
4.2.3 Expansion of distribution channels, such as online platforms, increasing market accessibility |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Rising health consciousness leading to a shift towards healthier snack options |
4.3.2 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.3 Intense competition from other snack categories like healthy snacks and savory treats |
5 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Trends |
6 Japan Packaged Sweets Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Packaged Sweets Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Product Type, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Rasgulla and Gulab Jamun, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Barfi, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Soan Papdi, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Peda, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Laddoo, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market, By Ingredient Type |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Milk and Milk Derivatives, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Cereal and Pulses, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Dry Fruits, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Fruits and Vegetables, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.6 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Japan Packaged Sweets Market, By Packaging Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Boxes, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Tin Cans, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic Containers, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Own Brand Stores, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Convenience Stores, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.5 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By E-Commerce, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.6 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenues & Volume, By Milk Outlets, 2021- 2031F |
7 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage of repeat purchases among consumers |
8.2 Average time taken to launch new packaged sweet products in the market |
8.3 Number of partnerships with retailers and online platforms for product distribution |
8.4 Percentage of revenue derived from innovative product offerings |
9 Japan Packaged Sweets Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Ingredient Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Packaged Sweets Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Packaged Sweets Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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