The import of knitted or crocheted women's and girls' trousers and shorts of cotton to Japan is projected to steadily increase from 2024 to 2028, starting at 58.243 million in 2024 and reaching 63.067 million by 2028. This represents a consistent, moderate year-on-year growth of around 2% annually, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 2.02%.

In 2023, this import stood at 57.065 million, thus the continued forecasted growth underscores a positive trend within this segment. The stable increase suggests a resilient demand in the Japanese market for these products.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in consumer preferences towards more sustainable or alternative materials.
Potential impacts of trade agreements or tariff changes affecting imports.
Market competition from local or alternative international suppliers.