Abstract
In Japan’s agricultural vegetable market, both domestic production and imports play an important role. According to data from 2022, the total value of domestically produced vegetables is 1.17 billion yen, accounting for the majority of the entire market. This suggests that Japanese agriculture has a high capacity to meet domestic demand. On the other hand, imported vegetables were worth 27.8 million yen, accounting for approximately 2.3% of the total market. Although this percentage is relatively small, the presence of imported vegetables is significant, especially during periods of high seasonal and demand fluctuations. This trend helps to compensate for the limitations on domestic vegetable production due to Japan’s geographical and climatic conditions. Imported vegetables also provide variety and enrich consumer choice. Generally speaking, while domestically produced vegetables dominate the market, imported vegetables respond flexibly to fluctuations in demand and play a role in supporting market stability.
Domestic price of vegetables
The domestic vegetable market in Japanese agriculture has changed between 2005 and 2022. At its peak in 2016, the vegetable market total reached 1.74 billion yen, but has since been trending downward. The current vegetable meter is down to about 67.4% of its peak level. This trend is due to several factors. For example, factors including declining production due to an aging agricultural population and labor shortages, and a weakening of the production base due to urbanization and a decrease in farmland are contributing to this. Consumption patterns are also changing due to changing eating habits and an increase in imported vegetables. On the other hand, there are some signs of a backlash, such as the revitalization of local agriculture and increased demand for organic vegetables. In this context, agricultural policy restructuring, technological innovation, and consumer education play an important role in the sustainable development of the domestic vegetable market.
The maximum is 1.74Gyen[2016] of Vegetable meter, and the current value is about 67.4%
Import price of vegetables
Japan’s agricultural vegetable import market achieved an overall maximum value of 83 million yen recorded in prefecture-specific data in 2022, with the current value reaching its maximum. This figure indicates that Japan’s vegetable import market is expanding. The factors behind this trend include diversification and increase in domestic demand, seasonal fluctuations in demand, and the liberalization of international trade. In particular, demand for imported vegetables is increasing to make up for the limitations on domestic vegetable production caused by Japan’s climatic conditions and geographical constraints. In addition, while imported vegetables offer diversity and provide consumers with fresh, high-quality vegetables, they also pose challenges, such as competition with domestic agriculture and price fluctuations. In order to strengthen the competitiveness of domestic agriculture and improve food self-sufficiency, the government is implementing measures such as managing imported vegetables and supporting domestic production. These efforts are expected to contribute to the sustainability of agriculture and food security in Japan.
The maximum is 83Myen[2005] of Vegetable meter, and the current value is about 33.5%
Total vegetable import (proportion) price
The share of vegetable imports in Japan’s agriculture has changed from 2005 to 2022. As early as 2005, 5.1% of total vegetables were imported, but the current proportion has increased to a peak of 45.1%. The reason behind this change is the increasing demand for imported vegetables. In addition to domestic demand, the Japanese market is also experiencing a growing demand for imported vegetables. This is due to changes in consumer tastes and lifestyles, as well as growing interest in diverse food cultures. Furthermore, the liberalization of international trade and economic globalization have made it easier to distribute imported vegetables, expanding their role in the market. On the other hand, from the perspective of strengthening the competitiveness of domestic agriculture and ensuring food security, regulation and control of imported vegetables is becoming increasingly important. These factors are leading to a re-examination of the balance between domestically produced and imported vegetables in Japan’s agriculture and consideration of policies and initiatives to ensure a sustainable food supply.
The maximum is 5.1%[2005] of Vegetable meter, and the current value is about 45.1%
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