The forecast for the import of horse, ass, mule, and hinny meat to Japan shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028, decreasing from 5.0923 million kilograms to 4.615 million kilograms. Given that the values for 2023 and prior are unavailable in the provided data, we are unable to state the year-on-year or cumulative average growth rate (CAGR) for the past intervals. However, the projected average annual decline (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 2.5%.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential changes in consumer preferences or dietary trends that may impact meat imports.
Trade policies and regulations affecting import volumes.
Environmental and ethical considerations influencing the import market.
Economic factors, such as exchange rates and local livestock production, which might affect demand.