In 2023, Japan's import of optical fibres, except for telecommunications, stood at 67.95 thousand kilograms. The forecast data indicates a successive decline over the years from 2024 to 2028, with imports expected to decrease from 64.25 thousand kilograms in 2024 to 48.94 thousand kilograms in 2028. This reflects a year-on-year reduction of approximately 6.2% from 2024 to 2025 and an average annual decline (CAGR) of around 6.3% over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include technological advancements and cost efficiencies driving potential import reductions, domestic production alterations, and shifts in demand due to emerging applications or industries needing alternative fibre solutions.
