The forecast for Japan's food and beverages value added as a percentage of total manufacturing suggests a steady growth from 13.72% in 2024 to 14.11% in 2028. With an annual increase of about 0.1 percentage point, the sector shows resilience and potential. When compared to 2023 levels, the year-on-year growth indicates a modest acceleration in the sector, with critical variations arising from potential market adaptions and economic shifts.

Future trends to watch for include:

Changes in consumer preferences towards healthier and sustainable products.
Technological advancements in food processing and supply chain efficiency.
Impact of global economic shifts on raw material prices and commodity markets.
Regulatory changes and trade agreements impacting food and beverage manufacturing.