The import volume of unbleached or bleached woven fabric of jute and other textile bast fibres to Japan exhibits a clear declining trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the import volume stood at an actual high before the gradual forecasted decline begins. The year-on-year decrease from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 22.8%, then 29.0% from 2025 to 2026, and further accelerating reductions leading to 41.1% from 2027 to 2028. When observing the entire forecast period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicates a marked contraction in demand for these textile imports over the five years.

Future trends to watch for include:

The potential replacement of jute and bast fibres with alternative materials influenced by changing cost dynamics or environmental regulations.
Fluctuations in Japan's domestic manufacturing needs or policy changes affecting import tariffs or quotas.
The impact of global economic conditions or disruptions on supply chain logistics and production in jute-exporting countries.