In 2023, the domestic consumption of cherries in Japan stood at 20.46 thousand metric tons. The forecast from 2024 through 2028 indicates a gradual decline in consumption. For 2024, consumption is projected to be 20.36 thousand metric tons, a -0.49% decrease from the previous year. This downward trend continues with 2025 decreasing by -0.49% to 20.26 thousand metric tons, 2026 by -0.49% to 20.16 thousand metric tons, 2027 by -0.50% to 20.06 thousand metric tons, and 2028 reaching 19.96 thousand metric tons, recording another -0.50% drop.
Over the last two years, the year-on-year variation is consistently around -0.49% to -0.50%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -0.50%, indicating a steady decrease in cherry consumption in Japan.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in consumer preferences, economic factors affecting disposable incomes, and developments in agricultural practices or import policies that could influence the availability and price of cherries in the Japanese market. Monitoring these factors will be crucial for predicting long-term consumption patterns.
