In 2022, around **** million tons of rice were produced in Japan, making rice the most commonly cultivated crop within the Japanese farming industry. The agricultural product with the second highest output was paddy field rice, followed by sugar beats.

In 2023, vegetable production generated the highest output within the Japanese agricultural sector, reaching more than *** trillion Japanese yen. The production value of rice was the second-highest figure during the same year, followed by the output generated through chicken farming.  Farming in Japan As the largest employer in Japan, the agricultural sector was vital for the economy post World War II. However, like most industrialized countries, the number of commercial farm households has since decreased drastically and the average age of workers engaged in farming today increased to close to 68 years.Japans geography further complicates farming. Only about ** percent of the land is suitable for cultivation and the land regularly suffers damages by natural disasters, such as earthquakes or typhoons, costing billions of yen every year.  Vegetables in traditional Japanese cooking The Japanese diet is well-known for its health benefits, including a variety of fresh, seasonal vegetables in most meals. Vegetables are oftentimes served steamed, deep-fried, or boiled. Tsukemono (pickled vegetables) are a more traditional way of enjoying vegetables in the Japanese cuisine. Typically, vegetables like Japanese radish, ginger, or cucumber are pickled in brine and served as a side dish with rice or as a small snack accompanying alcoholic beverages.

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Graph and download economic data for Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment: Economic Activity: Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing: Total for Japan (LFEAAGTTJPM647N) from Jan 1956 to Sep 2025 about agriculture, Japan, and employment.

GDP from Agriculture in Japan increased to 5369.50 JPY Billion in 2023 from 5312.10 JPY Billion in 2022. This dataset provides - Japan Gdp From Agriculture- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

According to a survey that was conducted in Japan in February 2024, tomatoes and lettuce accounted for a share of ** percent each of cultivated produces of horticulture and plant factories in Japan. Flowers followed, with a share of ** percent.

Japan JP: GDP: Real: Gross Value Added at Basic Prices: Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing data was reported at 5,694,100.000 JPY mn in 2022. This records an increase from the previous number of 5,135,000.000 JPY mn for 2021. Japan JP: GDP: Real: Gross Value Added at Basic Prices: Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing data is updated yearly, averaging 6,324,900.000 JPY mn from Dec 1994 (Median) to 2022, with 29 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8,015,900.000 JPY mn in 2000 and a record low of 4,808,900.000 JPY mn in 2018. Japan JP: GDP: Real: Gross Value Added at Basic Prices: Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishing data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.World Bank.WDI: Gross Domestic Product: Real. Agriculture, forestry, and fishing corresponds to ISIC divisions 1-3 and includes forestry, hunting, and fishing, as well as cultivation of crops and livestock production. Value added is the net output of a sector after adding up all outputs and subtracting intermediate inputs. It is calculated without making deductions for depreciation of fabricated assets or depletion and degradation of natural resources. The origin of value added is determined by the International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC), revision 4. Data are in constant local currency.;World Bank national accounts data, and OECD National Accounts data files.;;Note: Data for OECD countries are based on ISIC, revision 4.

Japan JP: GDP: Growth: Gross Value Added: Agriculture data was reported at -13.107 % in 2016. This records a decrease from the previous number of -4.822 % for 2015. Japan JP: GDP: Growth: Gross Value Added: Agriculture data is updated yearly, averaging -1.018 % from Dec 1995 (Median) to 2016, with 22 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7.489 % in 2008 and a record low of -13.107 % in 2016. Japan JP: GDP: Growth: Gross Value Added: Agriculture data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.World Bank: Gross Domestic Product: Annual Growth Rate. Annual growth rate for agricultural value added based on constant local currency. Aggregates are based on constant 2010 U.S. dollars. Agriculture corresponds to ISIC divisions 1-5 and includes forestry, hunting, and fishing, as well as cultivation of crops and livestock production. Value added is the net output of a sector after adding up all outputs and subtracting intermediate inputs. It is calculated without making deductions for depreciation of fabricated assets or depletion and degradation of natural resources. The origin of value added is determined by the International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC), revision 3 or 4.; ; World Bank national accounts data, and OECD National Accounts data files.; Weighted Average; Note: Data for OECD countries are based on ISIC, revision 4.

Graph and download economic data for Benchmarked Unit Labor Costs - Business Sector (Excluding Agriculture) for Japan (DISCONTINUED) (JPNULCBXAAPNMEI) from 1971 to 2010 about unit labor cost, agriculture, Japan, sector, business, and rate.

In 2023, the crop production value of the Japanese agricultural industry amounted to approximately **** trillion Japanese yen, accounting for the majority of the total agricultural output value. Rice is the staple crop in Japan, making up the majority of grain crops in the country.

Graph and download economic data for Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Employment: Economic Activity: Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing: Total for Japan (LFEAAGTTJPQ647S) from Q1 1970 to Q2 2025 about agriculture, Japan, and employment.

Japan IME: MC: LE: Food: SV: Fresh: Other Vegetables (OV) data was reported at 3,051.000 JPY in May 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 2,709.000 JPY for Apr 2018. Japan IME: MC: LE: Food: SV: Fresh: Other Vegetables (OV) data is updated monthly, averaging 2,629.000 JPY from Jan 2005 (Median) to May 2018, with 161 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,624.000 JPY in Jun 2015 and a record low of 1,835.000 JPY in Jan 2005. Japan IME: MC: LE: Food: SV: Fresh: Other Vegetables (OV) data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.H039: Income and Expenditure Survey: Include Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries: By District: Major Cities.

Exports of Agriculture-use Machinery, Global Total in Japan increased to 31101.52 JPY Million in February from 19548.41 JPY Million in January of 2024. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Japan Exports of Agriculture-use Machinery, Global Total.

IAF: ME: MC: LE: CF: Other Clothes: Hat data was reported at 206.000 JPY in May 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 214.000 JPY for Apr 2018. IAF: ME: MC: LE: CF: Other Clothes: Hat data is updated monthly, averaging 138.000 JPY from Jan 2005 (Median) to May 2018, with 161 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 340.000 JPY in May 2015 and a record low of 50.000 JPY in Feb 2016. IAF: ME: MC: LE: CF: Other Clothes: Hat data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.H039: Income and Expenditure Survey: Include Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries: By District: Major Cities.

The concept of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS) evolved as a global collaborative endeavour to identify and protect a mosaic of traditional agro-ecosystems and landscapes that are rich in biodiversity and have both cultural and livelihood importance for farmers. In this study, we document prominent features of selected agricultural practices and GIAHS values using empirical data from two GIAHS sites in Japan. The designation of GIAHS in traditional farming landscapes encouraged farmers to maintain age-old practices, protect local crop varieties, revitalize discontinued agriculture (e.g. swidden agriculture), and add nature-based technologies such as micro hydroelectric projects. Farmers’ cooperative efforts have been reinforced, community bonding has been strengthened, local festivity has been expanded, and relationships with numerous government and non-government organizations have been formed. Their farm productivity remained modest, but household income increased owing to branding, certification, internet marketing, and farm stays supported by partnerships. The above attributes of GIAHS are closely linked to the principles of sustainable and regenerative agriculture. The primary issues for the viability of GIAHS are aging farmers and the depopulation of younger people. Lessons from this study could be valuable for developing GIAHS in countries where local agricultural practices and farmer livelihoods are under threat.

IAF: ME: MC: LE: CF: Underclothes data was reported at 1,233.000 JPY in May 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 1,053.000 JPY for Apr 2018. IAF: ME: MC: LE: CF: Underclothes data is updated monthly, averaging 1,176.000 JPY from Jan 2005 (Median) to May 2018, with 161 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,056.000 JPY in Dec 2005 and a record low of 668.000 JPY in Feb 2017. IAF: ME: MC: LE: CF: Underclothes data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.H039: Income and Expenditure Survey: Include Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries: By District: Major Cities.

Japan's primary fiber crops market is projected to grow at a CAGR of +1.7% in volume and +3.4% in value from 2024 to 2035, reaching 43K tons and $112M respectively, driven by rising demand despite recent consumption declines

Japan IME: MC: LE: Food: SV: Fresh: Leaf & Stem: Sprout data was reported at 90.000 JPY in May 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 91.000 JPY for Apr 2018. Japan IME: MC: LE: Food: SV: Fresh: Leaf & Stem: Sprout data is updated monthly, averaging 87.000 JPY from Jan 2005 (Median) to May 2018, with 161 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 120.000 JPY in Apr 2010 and a record low of 73.000 JPY in Jan 2008. Japan IME: MC: LE: Food: SV: Fresh: Leaf & Stem: Sprout data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.H039: Income and Expenditure Survey: Include Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries: By District: Major Cities.

According to a survey conducted in Japan in January 2023, the main method to find information about agricultural producers and production areas were displays at stores and restaurants. Tv, newspapers, and magazines followed, with a share of close to ** percent.

In 2023, **** percent of the value of products from the Japanese agriculture industry were exported to China, making it the largest destination for agricultural exports from Japan. The United States followed, with a share of over ** percent.