| Product Code: ETC13054546 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
In 2024, Japan continued to rely on imports from key countries like China, Vietnam, South Korea, Taiwan, and Indonesia for packaging inserts cushions. Despite a high concentration with a high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), the industry experienced a significant decline with a negative Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -27.13% from 2020 to 2024. The growth rate in 2024 further decreased by -3.85%, indicating a challenging market environment. This suggests a need for strategic planning and adaptation to navigate the changing dynamics of the packaging industry 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 Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Industry Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for eco-friendly packaging solutions in Japan |
4.2.2 Growing e-commerce industry leading to higher need for protective packaging |
4.2.3 Emphasis on product safety during transportation and storage |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating raw material prices impacting production costs |
4.3.2 Intense competition among packaging solutions providers |
4.3.3 Stringent regulations on materials used in packaging inserts |
5 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Trends |
6 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Foam Inserts, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Paper Inserts, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Air Cushions, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market, By Material Used |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Polyurethane, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Cardboard, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Plastic, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market, By Industry Application |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Electronics, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Pharmaceuticals, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail Packaging, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market, By Packaging Type |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Boxes, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Pouches, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenues & Volume, By Bags, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Percentage increase in demand for sustainable packaging options |
8.2 Number of e-commerce companies adopting packaging inserts cushions |
8.3 Compliance rate with safety standards for packaging inserts |
9 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Opportunity Assessment, By Industry Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Opportunity Assessment, By Packaging Type, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Packaging Inserts Cushions Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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