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Contents:
- Frozen Whole Fish Price in Japan (CIF) - 2023
- Frozen Whole Fish Price in Japan (FOB) - 2023
- Frozen Whole Fish Imports in Japan
- Frozen Whole Fish Exports in Japan
Frozen Whole Fish Price in Japan (CIF) - 2023
In July 2023, the average frozen whole fish import price amounted to $4,535 per ton, declining by -8.7% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in August 2022 when the average import price increased by 13% against the previous month. The import price peaked at $6,276 per ton in November 2022; however, from December 2022 to July 2023, import prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin: the country with the highest price was Australia ($12,329 per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($1,804 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Frozen Whole Fish Price in Japan (FOB) - 2023
In July 2023, the average frozen whole fish export price amounted to $1,706 per ton, picking up by 12% against the previous month. Over the period under review, export price indicated a moderate increase from July 2022 to July 2023: its price increased at an average monthly rate of +3.4% over the last twelve-month period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on July 2023 figures, frozen whole fish export price increased by +44.1% against April 2023 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in November 2022 an increase of 30% against the previous month. The export price peaked at $1,987 per ton in January 2023; however, from February 2023 to July 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was China ($1,941 per ton), while the average price for exports to Indonesia ($654 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Thailand (+7.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Frozen Whole Fish Imports in Japan
In 2022, the amount of frozen whole fish imported into Japan reduced to 581K tons, declining by -10.7% on the previous year. Overall, imports continue to indicate a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 8.8% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of 651K tons, and then dropped in the following year.
In value terms, frozen whole fish imports expanded slightly to $3.2B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +1.7% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 15%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
| Import of Frozen Whole Fish in Japan (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Chile | 758 | 593 | 668 | 682 | -3.5% |
| United States | 457 | 481 | 535 | 651 | 12.5% |
| Russia | 446 | 427 | 629 | 486 | 2.9% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 341 | 303 | 322 | 394 | 4.9% |
| Norway | 200 | 153 | 208 | 194 | -1.0% |
| China | 156 | 136 | 112 | 101 | -13.5% |
| South Korea | 77.7 | 76.9 | 80.7 | 90.6 | 5.3% |
| Seychelles | 69.1 | 81.8 | 77.9 | 74.7 | 2.6% |
| Canada | 75.2 | 83.5 | 81.7 | 61.6 | -6.4% |
| Iceland | 53.7 | 33.2 | 59.8 | 58.0 | 2.6% |
| Vanuatu | 51.1 | 38.3 | 43.2 | 49.4 | -1.1% |
| Indonesia | 45.9 | 35.2 | 24.3 | 38.5 | -5.7% |
| Others | 332 | 259 | 270 | 337 | 0.5% |
| Total | 3,062 | 2,700 | 3,111 | 3,218 | 1.7% |
Top Suppliers of Frozen Whole Fish to Japan in 2022:
- United States (106.1K tons)
- Chile (103.2K tons)
- Norway (67.9K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (66.6K tons)
- Russia (65.2K tons)
- Indonesia (22.9K tons)
- South Korea (18.8K tons)
- China (17.7K tons)
- Iceland (12.4K tons)
- Seychelles (11.7K tons)
- Canada (9.1K tons)
- Vanuatu (8.9K tons)
Frozen Whole Fish Exports in Japan
In 2022, overseas shipments of frozen whole fish decreased by -9.2% to 378K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 4.2%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of 421K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, frozen whole fish exports reduced to $474M in 2022. Overall, exports showed a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 11%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $579M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.
| Export of Frozen Whole Fish in Japan (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Vietnam | 126 | 164 | 140 | 126 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 132 | 160 | 136 | 110 | -5.9% |
| China | 60.6 | 55.9 | 54.0 | 66.1 | 2.9% |
| Egypt | 27.0 | 23.7 | 23.1 | 23.1 | -5.1% |
| Indonesia | 5.3 | 11.1 | 11.6 | 17.9 | 50.0% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 7.6 | 13.4 | 14.8 | 17.8 | 32.8% |
| Philippines | 14.0 | 18.4 | 17.4 | 17.1 | 6.9% |
| Nigeria | 54.0 | 18.7 | 30.1 | 13.1 | -37.6% |
| Malaysia | 13.5 | 14.1 | 8.6 | 10.0 | -9.5% |
| South Korea | 11.2 | 8.1 | 8.7 | 9.8 | -4.4% |
| Fiji | 2.1 | 1.3 | 2.6 | 7.7 | 54.2% |
| Mauritius | 8.6 | 9.6 | 9.9 | 5.9 | -11.8% |
| Others | 59.8 | 81.2 | 84.9 | 49.1 | -6.4% |
| Total | 522 | 579 | 541 | 474 | -3.2% |
Top Export Markets for Frozen Whole Fish from Japan in 2022:
- Thailand (127.8K tons)
- Vietnam (85.5K tons)
- China (42.5K tons)
- Egypt (18.5K tons)
- Indonesia (16.2K tons)
- Philippines (14.2K tons)
- Nigeria (10.6K tons)
- Taiwan (Chinese) (9.8K tons)
- Malaysia (9.1K tons)
- Fiji (6.5K tons)
- South Korea (6.3K tons)
- Mauritius (4.8K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the frozen whole fish market in Japan. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
- Prodcom 10201330 - Frozen whole salt water fish
- Prodcom 10201360 - Frozen whole fresh water fish
- Prodcom 10201600 - Frozen fish livers and roes
Country coverage:
- Japan
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Japan
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
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7. PRODUCTION
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8. IMPORTS
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9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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