| Product Code: ETC11304850 | Publication Date: Apr 2025 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 65 | No. of Figures: 34 | No. of Tables: 19 |
Japan's water sports gear import market in 2024 continued to see a high concentration with China, USA, Australia, Thailand, and Taiwan being the top exporting countries. Despite a negative compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -2.31% from 2020 to 2024, the industry experienced a significant decline in growth rate of -17.26% from 2023 to 2024. This data suggests a challenging market environment for water sports gear imports in Japan, indicating the need for strategic adjustments and innovative approaches by industry players to navigate these tough conditions.

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 Water Sports Gear Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Water Sports Gear Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing popularity of water sports activities in Japan |
4.2.2 Growing awareness about health and fitness benefits of water sports |
4.2.3 Rise in disposable income and leisure spending among the Japanese population |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Seasonal nature of water sports leading to fluctuating demand |
4.3.2 High initial cost of water sports gear |
4.3.3 Limited availability of suitable water sports locations in Japan |
5 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Trends |
6 Japan Water Sports Gear Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Water Sports Gear Market, By Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Wetsuits, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Swim Goggles, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Life Jackets, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Diving Fins, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Paddleboards, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market, By Material Used |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Neoprene, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Polycarbonate, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Nylon & Foam, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Rubber & Plastic, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.6 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Composite Materials, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Japan Water Sports Gear Market, By End User |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Surfers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Swimmers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Boating Enthusiasts, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Scuba Divers, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.6 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Water Sports Enthusiasts, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market, By Application |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Cold Water Protection, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.3 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Eye Protection, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Safety Gear, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.5 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Underwater Movement, 2021 - 2031F |
6.4.6 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenues & Volume, By Recreational Use, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average number of water sports participants in Japan |
8.2 Number of water sports events and competitions held annually |
8.3 Percentage of households in Japan with water sports gear |
8.4 Frequency of online searches for water sports gear in Japan |
8.5 Percentage of budget allocated to leisure activities by Japanese consumers |
9 Japan Water Sports Gear Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Material Used, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Water Sports Gear Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Water Sports Gear Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |