In 2023, the actual household expenditure on salted and dried fish in Japan was below the forecasted 2024 figure of 10.2 thousand Japanese yen. The data show a declining trend from 2024 to 2028, with a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1.6% in 2025, 1.5% in 2026, and continuing at a similar rate to reach 9.58 thousand yen by 2028.

The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this forecast period is negative, indicating a consistent reduction in expenditure on these products in Japan.

Future trends to watch for:

Shifts in consumer dietary preferences potentially favoring fresher options.
Impact of demographic changes, such as an aging population, on spending behavior.
Influence of economic factors, including inflation and disposable income, on consumer choices.