| Product Code: ETC10814098 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 | |
The small drones import market in Japan saw a significant shift in 2024, with top exporters including the USA, Canada, China, Italy, and Metropolitan France. The market experienced a sharp increase in concentration, indicating a highly competitive landscape. However, the industry faced challenges with a steep decline in both CAGR and growth rate from 2023 to 2024. This suggests a potential slowdown in the market, requiring strategic adjustments by market players to navigate the changing landscape.

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 Small Drones Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Small Drones Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Small Drones Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Drone Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Payload Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Connectivity, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Small Drones Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Technological advancements in drone technology leading to improved features and functionalities. |
4.2.2 Increasing applications of small drones in industries such as agriculture, construction, and surveillance. |
4.2.3 Growing demand for drones for recreational purposes and aerial photography. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent regulations and restrictions on drone usage in Japan. |
4.3.2 Concerns regarding privacy and security issues related to drone operations. |
4.3.3 High initial investment and maintenance costs associated with small drones. |
5 Japan Small Drones Market Trends |
6 Japan Small Drones Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Small Drones Market, By Drone Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Drone Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Fixed-Wing Drones, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Rotary-Wing Drones, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Hybrid Drones, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Nano-Drones, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By FPV Racing Drones, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Japan Small Drones Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Surveillance, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Delivery Services, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Photography, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Military Reconnaissance, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Japan Small Drones Market, By Payload Capacity |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Lightweight, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Medium Weight, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Heavy Payload, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Ultra-Light, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.6 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By High-Speed, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Japan Small Drones Market, By Connectivity |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Satellite Communication, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Wi-Fi Enabled, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By 4G/5G Enabled, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By GPS Enabled, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.6 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By AI-Based Navigation, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5 Japan Small Drones Market, By End User |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Defense Sector, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.3 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial Businesses, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.4 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Agriculture, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.5 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Media & Entertainment, 2021 - 2031F |
6.5.6 Japan Small Drones Market Revenues & Volume, By Military Agencies, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Japan Small Drones Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Small Drones Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Small Drones Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Small Drones Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of permits/licenses issued for commercial drone operations in Japan. |
8.2 Rate of adoption of small drones in key industries. |
8.3 Average flight time of small drones before maintenance or replacement is required. |
9 Japan Small Drones Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Small Drones Market Opportunity Assessment, By Drone Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Small Drones Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Small Drones Market Opportunity Assessment, By Payload Capacity, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Japan Small Drones Market Opportunity Assessment, By Connectivity, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Japan Small Drones Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Small Drones Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Small Drones Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Small Drones Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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