In 2023, the actual domestic consumption of soluble green coffee in Japan was 500.0 thousand units (bags of 60 kg). Forecasted data for the upcoming years shows a consistent decline: 478.0 units in 2024, 457.0 units in 2025, 437.0 units in 2026, 417.0 units in 2027, and 397.0 units in 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 4.4% from 2024 to 2025, 4.4% from 2025 to 2026, 4.6% from 2026 to 2027, and 4.8% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the forecasted period (2024-2028) is approximately -3.7% per year.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards specialty and single-origin coffees, increased interest in health-conscious consumption patterns, and the impact of evolving retail environments. Monitoring these factors can help anticipate further changes in Japan's soluble green coffee market.