The market size for pullovers and cardigans made of non-cotton, non-wool, and non-synthetic fibers in Japan witnessed a significant decline from 2013 to 2023, with a starting value of 920.86 million USD in 2013 dropping to 526.35 million USD in 2023. The market peaked in 2013 and experienced year-on-year declines, particularly sharp in 2014 and 2020. The past five years recorded an average annual decrease of approximately 2.17%.
Future trends to watch for include potential market recovery driven by innovations in sustainable materials, shifts in consumer preferences towards eco-friendly and unique fiber blends, and the market's response to global fashion trends and economic conditions.
