Japan Meat Market

Market Overview:

The Japan meat market size reached USD 36 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 47.4 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.2% during 2025-2033. The changing dietary habits of consumers, increasing awareness regarding the benefits of meat products, rapid technological advancements, and the imposition of strict policies by the Government of Japan represent some of the key factors driving the market.

Meat refers to the flesh of animals, typically mammals, which is consumed as food by humans. It is sourced from cattle, sheep, pigs, chicken, turkey, duck, venison, rabbit, fish, and marine animals. Meat is a rich source of proteins, essential amino acids, vitamins, fatty acids, creatine, iron, zinc, and selenium. It is commonly consumed in various forms, such as roasted, grilled, boiled, and grounded. Meat is also used in a wide range of dishes, including stews, soups, burgers, sausages, and sandwiches. In addition, it can be processed into products, such as jerky, canned meat, and deli meats, for convenience and preservation purposes. It is a highly nutritious product that aids in enhancing energy levels, repairing tissues, maintaining muscle mass, promoting overall growth, and improving cardiovascular health. Meat also adds flavor and texture to meals, making it a highly versatile and appealing ingredient for culinary enthusiasts.

Japan Meat Market Trends:

The changing dietary habit and consumer preferences are among the key factors catalyzing the market growth in Japan. In line with this, the sudden shift towards increased meat consumption owing to the growing influence of Western culture and evolving lifestyles, is providing a considerable boost to the market growth. Furthermore, the escalating awareness regarding the importance of protein in the diet is facilitating product demand as it is a rich source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle development, overall health, and well-being. Additionally, the increasing affluence and disposable income of the Japanese population, which enable consumers to spend on premium and high-quality meat cuts and processed meat products, is boosting the market growth. Moreover, the rapid proliferation of fast food chains and casual dining restaurants, which serve meat-based products, such as burgers, pizzas, hot dogs, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, and burritos, is contributing to the market growth. Apart from this, the growing demand for convenient and ready-to-eat (RTE) meat products, such as sliced meats, sausages, and ready-to-cook meat products, which offer convenience and ease of preparation, is favoring the market growth. Besides this, the emerging health and wellness trends have prompted Japanese consumers to seek lean and healthier meat options, such as low-fat, organic, and additive-free meat products. In addition to this, the rapid technological advancements in meat processing, including improved packaging, preservation techniques, and meat substitutes, are strengthening the market growth. Furthermore, the imposition of strict regulatory frameworks by the Government of Japan to enhance traceability, animal welfare standards, and quality control measures in the meat industry is propelling the market growth.

Key Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the Japan meat market report, along with forecasts from 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type, product, and distribution channel.

Type Insights:

• Raw
• Processed
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the Japan meat market based on the type. This includes raw and processed.

Product Insights:

• Chicken
• Beef
• Pork
• Mutton
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the Japan meat market based on the product has also been provided in the report. This includes chicken, beef, pork, mutton, and others.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Departmental Stores
• Specialty Stores
• Online Stores
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the Japan meat market based on the distribution channel has also been provided in the report. This includes supermarkets and hypermarkets, departmental stores, specialty stores, online stores, and others.

Regional Insights:

• Kanto Region
• Kinki Region
• Central/Chubu Region
• Kyushu-Okinawa Region
• Tohoku Region
• Chugoku Region
• Hokkaido Region
• Shikoku Region
   

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Kanto, Kinki, Central/Chubu, Kyushu-Okinawa, Tohoku, Chugoku, Hokkaido, and Shikoku.

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the Japan meat market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Japan meat market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Japan meat market?
• What is the breakup of the Japan meat market on the basis of type?
• What is the breakup of the Japan meat market on the basis of product?
• What is the breakup of the Japan meat market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Japan meat market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Japan meat market?
• What is the structure of the Japan meat market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Japan meat market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Japan meat market from 2019-2033.
• The research study provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Japan meat market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Japan meat industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.