In 2023, the sawnwood production in Japan was recorded at 9.06 million cubic meters. The forecasted data for the upcoming years shows a gradual decline in production. By 2024, the production is expected to be 9.0308 million cubic meters, representing a year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.33%. This trend continues with a slight reduction each year: 2025 (9.0013 million cubic meters, -0.33%), 2026 (8.972 million cubic meters, -0.33%), 2027 (8.9431 million cubic meters, -0.32%), and 2028 (8.9144 million cubic meters, -0.32%). Over the last two years, the overall decrease is approximately 0.65%, and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the next five years is approximately -0.33% per year.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in domestic demand, shifts in export markets, government policies on forestry, technological advancements in production efficiency, and environmental regulations aimed at promoting sustainable practices.
