In 2023, the household expenditure on broiled eels kabayaki in Japan stood at approximately 1.68 thousand Japanese Yens. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent decline in expenditure, dropping from 1.64 to 1.48 thousand Yens. This represents a year-on-year decrease of around 2.5% each year. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is negative, indicating a diminishing market interest or a shift in spending preferences.

Future trends to watch for:

Changes in consumer food preferences potentially impacting eel consumption.
Impact of environmental and sustainability issues on eel fishing and production.
Potential policy changes regarding fishing regulations and import tariffs.
Influence of rising health consciousness leading to lower consumption of traditional dishes.