In 2023, the number of full-time employees in Japan's road freight transport sector was 1.06 million persons. Forecast data suggests a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028, with figures dropping from 1.0524 million to 1.023 million. The year-on-year decrease averages approximately 0.7% over this period.
Future trends to watch for include the potential impacts of automation and efficiency improvements on employment levels, the aging workforce, and the increasing need for sustainable transport solutions, which may further influence employment dynamics in the road freight sector.
