Japan's potato production is forecasted to decline gradually from 2024 to 2028, witnessing a steady reduction of 0.02 million metric tons yearly. In 2023, production stood at 2.22 million metric tons. Year-on-year, the production decreases by -0.90% from 2024 to 2025, -0.46% from 2025 to 2026, -0.46% from 2026 to 2027, and -0.92% from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -0.54%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in agriculture to potentially stabilize or increase yield.
Impact of climate change on potato farming conditions.
Shifts in domestic consumption patterns and their effect on production.
Government policies and subsidies that might influence agricultural production positively.