In 2023, Japan imported approximately 60 million kilograms of frozen fish livers and roes. Forecasted data indicates a steady annual increase in import volumes, growing from 60.283 million kilograms in 2024 to 62.162 million kilograms by 2028. This represents a gradual year-on-year growth of approximately 0.8% in 2025, followed by 0.78%, 0.76%, and 0.74% for subsequent years, highlighting a consistent upward trend over these forecasted years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the period from 2024 to 2028 is around 0.76%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in consumer preferences in Japan towards healthier or more sustainable seafood options.
Potential trade policy shifts impacting import tariffs or regulations.
Economic factors such as currency fluctuations which could affect the volume of imports.