As of 2023, the import volume of non-mechanically propelled wheelchairs to Japan stood at 5.4832 million kilograms. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicate a steady annual increase:
- 2024: 5.5312 million kilograms
- 2025: 5.5791 million kilograms
- 2026: 5.6261 million kilograms
- 2027: 5.6722 million kilograms
- 2028: 5.7173 million kilograms
Year-on-year percentage variations show a consistent growth rate:
- 2024: 0.88%
- 2025: 0.87%
- 2026: 0.84%
- 2027: 0.82%
- 2028: 0.80%
Future trends to watch for include advancements in ergonomics and user comfort, increasing focus on sustainable materials, and potential policy changes in healthcare and assistive technologies impacting import volumes.