In 2023, Japan's import of fresh or chilled bovine edible offal stood at approximately 50 million kilograms. Forecasts indicate a steady growth from 2024, achieving 51.827 million kilograms, with subsequent annual increases of 3.4% in 2025, 3.2% in 2026, 3.1% in 2027, and 2.9% in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) projects around 3.15% over the five-year period. This consistent upward trend highlights Japan’s increasing demand for such imports possibly driven by dietary shifts, culinary trends, or supply chain efficiency improvements.
Future trends to watch for include:
- A potential rise in demand owing to evolving consumer preferences towards diverse meat products.
- Trade policy shifts and tariff adjustments that could impact import volumes.
- Domestic production changes that might alter import dependency.
- Economic factors and currency fluctuations influencing purchasing power and import costs.
