In 2023, the volume of national coastal shipping in Japan stood at 160.94 billion tonne kilometers. From 2024 onwards, the forecasted data indicates a consistent year-on-year decline as follows: -1.05% in 2024, -1.05% in 2025, -1.05% in 2026, -1.05% in 2027, and -1.05% in 2028. The average annual variation per year over the last five years (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is -1.05%.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of technological improvements on shipping efficiency, potential shifts in domestic industrial activity, and regulatory changes aimed at reducing maritime emissions. These factors could influence both future volume and efficiency of national coastal shipping in Japan.
