The demand for bananas in Japan is forecasted to show a gradual increase from 2024 to 2028. As of 2023, the actual demand stood at 1.01 million metric tons. Year-on-year, the variation in 2024 is approximately 0.99%, in 2025 around 0.98%, and from 2026 to 2027, the change stabilizes at near 0%. For 2028, the demand slightly grows by about 0.97%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the 5-year period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 0.49%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in consumer preferences towards health and wellness, which may impact banana consumption. Additionally, any changes in trade policies or economic factors could influence import volumes and pricing, thus affecting overall demand.
