Japan Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Expected to Reach USD 35.2 Billion by 2033 - IMARC Group

January 27, 2025 | Technology & Media

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Japan Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Statistics, Outlook and Regional Analysis 2025-2033

The Japan factory automation & industrial controls market size was valued at USD 15.1 Billion in 2024, and it is expected to reach USD 35.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 9.8% from 2025 to 2033.

Japan Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market

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The factory automation and industrial controls market in Japan is inflating extensively due to the introduction of advanced AI-powered solutions, such as autonomous mobile robots integrated with visual SLAM technology. They enhance operational efficiency, precision, and adaptability, thereby addressing the growing demand for systems that optimize industrial processes and support automation in response to labor shortages and the push for smart manufacturing. For instance, in September 2024, Kudan Inc., a tech research and development company based in Tokyo, launched the NexMOV-2, a next-generation AI-powered autonomous mobile robot. This robot, developed by NexAIoT Co., Ltd., a factory automation enterprise, incorporates Kudan visual SLAM to allow for flexible deployment in manufacturing and logistics while reducing AMR production costs.

Additionally, ongoing innovations like adaptive robotics combine advanced image processing and 3D measurement technology. These cutting-edge solutions enhance flexibility and precision, enabling seamless integration into diverse industrial tasks. This approach also supports the growing demand for smart systems that optimize production processes and respond to evolving manufacturing needs. For instance, in January 2025, Flexiv, a robotic solutions company, allied with Kurabo, a 3D measurement technology business based in Japan, to develop a Kuravizon adaptive robot to enhance factory automation. Besides this, the rising supportive government policies are positively influencing the market growth. The government offers tax benefits, subsidies, and research funding to promote the adoption of advanced automation technologies, including robotics and IoT.

Japan Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Statistics, By Region

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Kanto region, Kansai/Kinki region, Central/Chubu region, Kyushu-Okinawa region, Tohoku region, Chugoku region, Hokkaido region, and Shikoku region. There is a growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental conservation, which is escalating the requirement for automation solutions that optimize resource utilization and reduce energy consumption, aligning with the country’s sustainability goals.

Kanto Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

The increasing adoption of AI-powered automation is stimulating market growth in this region. Various companies like Fanuc are focusing on integrating AI for intelligent robotics in the manufacturing sector. Besides this, the government across the region is also promoting projects like the Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial Promotion Organization, which further propels the need for automation.

Kansai/Kinki Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

The rising focus on smart factory solutions in Osaka is stimulating market growth in the Kansai/Kinki region. Various companies like Omron and Panasonic are further adopting IoT-integrated systems to reduce energy consumption in the factories. Also, initiatives like the Osaka Smart City Project showcase the region's focus on sustainable manufacturing.

Central/Chubu Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

The expanding automotive industry across the Central/Chubu region is driving the demand for automotive manufacturing automation. The country is focusing on the development of robotics for vehicle production. This automotive-centric region leverages its expertise to optimize production lines, reduce costs, and enhance vehicle quality.

Kyushu-Okinawa Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

The market growth in the Kyushu-Okinawa region is driven by semiconductor manufacturing. Various companies, like Sony and Renesas, have semiconductor fabrication plants in Kyushu, leveraging factory automation for precise operations. Besides this, favorable government initiatives promoting semiconductor manufacturing are acting as growth-inducing factors.

Tohoku Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

There is a growing focus on renewable energy in the Tohoku region. This region utilizes factory automation to manufacture components like wind turbines and solar panels. Automation solutions enhance the precision of production, catering to Japan’s energy transformation goals.

Chugoku Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

The strong steel base in the Chugoku region propels the need for factory automation and industrial controls. The steel Industry works on large-scale machinery, which further drives the demand for automation to ensure safety. Also, JFE Steel Corporation, one of the key industries in the Chugoku region, uses advanced automation to monitor real-time performance.

Hokkaido Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

The increasing inclination towards automating the food processing industry is acting as one of the major growth-inducing factors. Various companies, like Kewpie in the Hokkaido region, have adopted advanced automation technologies to enhance food safety. Apart from this, the increasing investment in robotics for sorting, packaging, and quality control of dairy and crop products is also supporting the market growth.

Shikoku Region Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Trends:

Shikoku is focusing on automation in specialized industries such as paper and chemicals. In Ehime Prefecture, paper manufacturers are adopting advanced precision control systems to boost production efficiency. Additionally, various government grants also help develop automation solutions, thereby proliferating the market growth.

Top Companies Leading in the Japan Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Industry

Companies in the market across the country are emphasizing optimal manufacturing processes. Azbil Corporation, in October 2024, showcased its building automation and industrial automation solutions at the Industrial Transformation ASIA-PACIFIC. These systems optimize plant and building operations and promote sustainability. Besides this, in September 2024, Kudan Inc., a tech research and development company based in Tokyo, launched the NexMOV-2, a next-generation AI-powered autonomous mobile robot.

Japan Factory Automation & Industrial Controls Market Segmentation Coverage

On the basis of the type, the market has been bifurcated into industrial control systems (distributed control system (DCS), programable logic controller (PLC), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), product lifecycle management (PLM), manufacturing execution system (MES), human-machine interface (HMI), and others) and field devices (machine vision, industrial robotics, sensors and transmitters, motors and drives, safety systems, and others). Industrial control systems are used to control and monitor production processes. Moreover, field devices are sensors placed at the site of the setup to collect data. They offer an optimal level of accuracy.
Based on the end use industry, the market has been bifurcated into oil and gas, chemical and petrochemical, power and utilities, food and beverage, automotive and transportation, and others. Automation manages complex upstream and downstream refining processes in the oil and gas industry. Moreover, in the automotive sector, robotics and control systems enable material handling and welding, further reducing labor costs.

Report Features	Details
Market Size in 2024	USD 15.1 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033	USD 35.2 Billion
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033	9.8%
Units	Billion USD
Scope of the Report	Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment: Type End Use Industry Region
Types Covered	Industrial Control Systems: Distributed Control System (DCS), Programable Logic Controller (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), Human Machine Interface (HMI), Others Field Devices: Machine Vision, Industrial Robotics, Sensors and Transmitters, Motors and Drives, Safety Systems, Others
End Use Industries Covered	Oil and Gas, Chemical and Petrochemical, Power and Utilities, Food and Beverage, Automotive and Transportation, Others
Regions Covered	Kanto Region, Kansai/Kinki Region, Central/ Chubu Region, Kyushu-Okinawa Region, Tohoku Region, Chugoku Region, Hokkaido Region, Shikoku Region
Customization Scope	10% Free Customization
Post-Sale Analyst Support	10-12 Weeks
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