Japan Mushroom Market Report

Market Overview:

The Japan mushroom market size reached USD 4,246 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 6,972 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7% during 2025-2033. The growing consumption of healthy diets to prevent the prevalence of various chronic ailments, rising number of e-commerce brands selling fresh produce, and increasing adoption of sustainable and ethical farming practices by local farmers represent some of the key factors driving the market.

A mushroom is a macro fungus with a unique cellular structure that is incapable of performing photosynthesis. It comprises a fruiting body composed of a stalk and cap, which releases spores for reproduction. It includes various types, such as Agaricus, boletes, chanterelles, morels, and shiitake. It is available in a wide variety of colors, shapes, and sizes and found in various environments, such as forests, grasslands, and on the bark of trees. It can be cultivated using various waste materials, such as agricultural byproducts, making it an environment friendly and sustainable food source. It contains bioactive compounds, such as beta-glucans, which support immune function and overall well-being. It is low in calories and fat while being rich in dietary fiber, minerals, and essential nutrients, such as vitamins B-complex, D, selenium, and potassium. It also exhibits antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, offering potential health benefits when incorporated into a balanced diet. It plays a vital role in ecosystems by breaking down organic matter and recycling nutrients, thereby contributing to soil health and supporting plant growth.

Japan Mushroom Market Trends:

The traditional Japanese cuisine is well balanced and comprises numerous side dishes. It commonly includes mushrooms in various dishes, such as soups, stews, noodles, and ramen, on account of its texture and rich flavor. This represents one of the major factors influencing the market positively in Japan. Moreover, the rising number of e-commerce brands selling fresh mushrooms of various species and delivering them to the doorstep of buyers is strengthening the growth of the market in the country. Apart from this, the traditional Japanese diet comprises seasoned fruits and vegetables and minimally processed items. This, along with the rising adoption of sustainable and ethical farming practices by local farmers to cultivate mushrooms, is offering lucrative growth opportunities to industry investors in the country. In line with this, the increasing popularity of mushroom-based supplements, tonics, and extracts targeting specific health concerns, such as immune system support, stress reduction, and beauty enhancement, is impelling the market growth. Besides this, the rising utilization of mushrooms in various restaurants, street food stalls, and cafes to prepare a wide array of dishes is propelling the growth of the market in Japan. In addition, the increasing popularity of mushrooms as a sustainable and versatile alternative to animal-based protein sources among vegans is supporting the growth of the market. Furthermore, the rising demand for organic mushrooms, which are grown without the involvement of chemicals and synthetic fertilizers, is bolstering the growth of the market in Japan.

Japan Mushroom Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the Japan mushroom market report, along with forecasts at the country level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on mushroom type, form, distribution channel, and end use.

Mushroom Type Insights:

• Button Mushroom
• Shiitake Mushroom
• Oyster Mushroom
• Others
   

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the mushroom type. This includes button, shiitake, oyster, and other mushroom.

Form Insights:

• Fresh Mushroom
• Canned Mushroom
• Dried Mushroom
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the form has also been provided in the report. This includes fresh, canned, dried, and other mushrooms.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Grocery Stores
• Online Stores
• Others
   

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

End Use Insights:

• Food Processing Industry
• Food Service Sector
• Direct Consumption
• Others
   

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use has also been provided in the report. This includes food processing industry, food service sector, direct consumption, 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 region.

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the 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.

Japan Mushroom Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Japan mushroom market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Japan mushroom market?
• What is the breakup of the Japan mushroom market on the basis of mushroom type?
• What is the breakup of the Japan mushroom market on the basis of form?
• What is the breakup of the Japan mushroom market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What is the breakup of the Japan mushroom market on the basis of end use?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Japan mushroom market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Japan mushroom market?
• What is the structure of the Japan mushroom market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Japan mushroom 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 mushroom market from 2019-2033.
• The research study provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Japan mushroom 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 mushroom 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.