In 2023, Japan's import volume of lemons and limes stood at approximately 58.90 thousand metric tons. The forecast for 2024-2028 shows a consistent annual increase, reaching 61.3 thousand metric tons by 2028. This reflects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 1% over the five-year forecast period.
Year-on-year variations are expected to remain steady, with the import volume incrementally growing each year. The market shows a stable increase, indicating a consistent demand.
Future trends to watch include changes in consumer preferences towards fresh produce, impacts of trade policies, and potential disruptions in supply chains due to environmental or geopolitical factors. Monitoring these could impact the accuracy and continuation of the current growth forecast.
