The statistic shows the distribution of the workforce across economic sectors in Japan from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, 3.01 percent of the workforce was employed in agriculture, 23.71 percent in industry and 73.29 percent in services. Employment and standard of living in Japan Japan’s economy is one of the strongest in the world, and the country’s standard of living is eminently high. Japan ranks third among the countries with the largest gross domestic product / GDP worldwide; a look at the distribution of gross domestic product / GDP across economic sectors in Japan shows that the vast majority of Japan’s GDP is generated by the services sector. The majority of Japan’s workforce is employed in this sector, with less than a third working in industry and only a little more than 1 percent working in agriculture. Similarly to its gross domestic product, the unemployment rate in Japan has been quite steady for the past few years, and even decreased slightly. The inflation rate in Japan, on the other hand, has been fluctuating in recent years, and is currently one of the lowest worldwide. Japan is famous for a high life expectancy, and the median age (i.e. one half of the population is younger and the other half is older) of the Japanese population is thus also among the highest in the world, as can be seen in a comparison of the median age of the population of selected countries. The median age in Japan is significantly higher than in other developed countries, like France or the United States.

In 2023, over ******* establishments were operating in the Japanese manufacturing industry, with ************************ manufacturers accounting for the largest share of businesses. Moreover, fabricated metal product manufacturers employed over ******* people, representing the industry with the ******-largest number of employees among the manufacturing industries in Japan.

The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Japan was worth 4026.21 billion US dollars in 2024, according to official data from the World Bank. The GDP value of Japan represents 3.79 percent of the world economy. This dataset provides - Japan GDP - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Japan Mfg Industry: Overseas Sub: Europe: Number of Employees data was reported at 411,085.000 Person in Mar 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 408,530.000 Person for Dec 2017. Japan Mfg Industry: Overseas Sub: Europe: Number of Employees data is updated quarterly, averaging 282,076.000 Person from Dec 1996 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 86 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 411,085.000 Person in Mar 2018 and a record low of 152,518.000 Person in Dec 1996. Japan Mfg Industry: Overseas Sub: Europe: Number of Employees data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.S059: Japanese Business Activities Survey: Overseas Sub: Major Indicators.

In the fiscal year 2023, Japan Post Holdings Co. Ltd. was the leading company in terms of assets within the Japanese services sector, holding assets worth approximately ****** trillion Japanese yen. Rakuten Inc. came in second with approximately ***** trillion yen in total assets.

This statistic shows the distribution of the gross domestic product (GDP) across economic sectors in Japan from 2012 to 2022. In 2022, agriculture contributed around 1.02 percent to Japan's GDP, 26.92 percent came from the industry and 71.39 percent from the service sector. For further information, see Japan's GDP.

Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Number of Employees data was reported at 471,725.000 Person in Mar 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 472,111.000 Person for Dec 2017. Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Number of Employees data is updated quarterly, averaging 193,903.500 Person from Dec 1996 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 86 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 472,111.000 Person in Dec 2017 and a record low of 78,489.000 Person in Dec 1996. Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Number of Employees data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.S059: Japanese Business Activities Survey: Overseas Sub: Major Indicators.

Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Sales data was reported at 3,126.742 JPY bn in Mar 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 3,179.773 JPY bn for Dec 2017. Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Sales data is updated quarterly, averaging 1,386.508 JPY bn from Dec 1996 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 86 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,179.773 JPY bn in Dec 2017 and a record low of 495.926 JPY bn in Dec 1996. Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Sales data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.S059: Japanese Business Activities Survey: Overseas Sub: Major Indicators.

Japan's total Exports in 2024 were valued at US$707.39 Billion, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Japan's main export partners were: the United States, China and South Korea. The top three export commodities were: Vehicles other than railway, tramway; Machinery, nuclear reactors, boilers and Electrical, electronic equipment. Total Imports were valued at US$742.67 Billion. In 2024, Japan had a trade deficit of US$35.28 Billion.

PERIOD: 1924-1933 year-end. SOURCE: [Statistical Tables on Companies]; [Statistics of Colonial Affairs].

The Report Covers Japan Major Home Appliances Market and It is Segmented by Product (Refrigerators, Freezers, Dishwashers, Washing Machines, Cookers and Ovens, Others), by Distribution Channel (Multi-Brand Stores, Exclusive Stores, Online, and Other Distribution Channels). The Report Offers Market Size and Forecasts for the Market in Value (USD Million) for all the Above Segments.

Japan Mfg Industry: Overseas Sub: N America: Number of Employees data was reported at 588,575.000 Person in Mar 2018. This records an increase from the previous number of 580,484.000 Person for Dec 2017. Japan Mfg Industry: Overseas Sub: N America: Number of Employees data is updated quarterly, averaging 412,973.500 Person from Dec 1996 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 86 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 588,575.000 Person in Mar 2018 and a record low of 329,596.000 Person in Dec 1996. Japan Mfg Industry: Overseas Sub: N America: Number of Employees data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.S059: Japanese Business Activities Survey: Overseas Sub: Major Indicators.

PERIOD: 1931-1935 year-end. NOTE: (Major industries with annual production value of 100 million yen or more in 1933). SOURCE: [Statistical Tables of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry]; [Statistical Tables on Factories].

PERIOD: End of every year 1930-1934. By region at 1934 year-end. NOTE: (Major industries with annual production value of 100 million yen or more in 1933). SOURCE: [Statistical Tables of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry]; [Statistical Tables on Factories].

PERIOD: 1931-1935. NOTE: (Major industries with annual production value 50 million yen or more in 1933.) (In 1000 yen). SOURCE: [Statistical Tables of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry]; [Statistical Tables on Factories]; [Survey by the Ministry of Finance]; Statistical Yearbook of Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry Japan.

The Japan Hospitality Market is Segmented by Type (Chain Hotels, Independent Hotels), Accommodation Class (Luxury, Mid & Upper-Mid-Scale, Budget & Economy, Service Apartments), Booking Channel (Direct Digital, Otas, Corporate/MICE, Wholesale & Traditional Agents), and Geography (Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Chubu, Kansai, Chugoku, Shikoku, Kyushu & Okinawa). The Market Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD).

Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Acquisit of TFA: Excl Land data was reported at 53.229 JPY bn in Mar 2018. This records a decrease from the previous number of 56.436 JPY bn for Dec 2017. Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Acquisit of TFA: Excl Land data is updated quarterly, averaging 30.988 JPY bn from Dec 1996 (Median) to Mar 2018, with 80 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 78.762 JPY bn in Jun 2012 and a record low of 7.930 JPY bn in Dec 2001. Japan Industrial Machinery: Overseas Sub: Acquisit of TFA: Excl Land data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.S059: Japanese Business Activities Survey: Overseas Sub: Major Indicators.

The Japan AC Motor market, valued at approximately $1.15 billion in 2025, is projected to experience steady growth, driven by increasing industrial automation across diverse sectors. The 3.69% CAGR suggests a consistent expansion through 2033, fueled primarily by the robust demand from the automotive, food and beverage, and manufacturing industries within Japan. Technological advancements, such as the development of more energy-efficient induction and synchronous AC motors, further contribute to market growth. Increased adoption of automation in industrial processes, coupled with government initiatives promoting energy efficiency, are key drivers. While rising raw material costs and global economic fluctuations might pose some challenges, the overall market outlook remains positive due to the continuous modernization and expansion of industrial infrastructure in Japan. The segment analysis indicates that induction AC motors (both single-phase and poly-phase) will likely dominate the market share, owing to their versatility and cost-effectiveness. The robust presence of major global players like Siemens AG, ABB Ltd, and Nidec Corporation within Japan underscores the market's competitiveness and indicates a healthy ecosystem for innovation and supply chain development. Growth in specific end-user industries, such as the oil and gas sector and the burgeoning renewable energy industry, will play a crucial role in shaping the market's future trajectory. Within the segmented landscape, the Oil and Gas, Chemical and Petrochemical, and Power Generation sectors are expected to be major contributors to the overall market growth. The preference for high-efficiency and reliable motors in these industries is creating a consistent demand. The increasing adoption of automation technologies in the food and beverage sector as well as the continued expansion of the discrete industries (electronics, machinery etc.) will further augment the market. While the exact market share for each segment requires more granular data, the available information strongly suggests that the projected growth is evenly distributed across these major industry verticals, with incremental contributions from other end-user industries. This balanced growth pattern mitigates risk and ensures sustained market expansion throughout the forecast period. Recent developments include: February 2024: AIR announced a strategic partnership with Nidec Motor Corporation to develop the motor for the production model of AIR’s two-seater eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft, AIR ONE. The two companies will design and develop a motor for mid-sized eVTOL aircraft, ultimately filling a void in the burgeoning AAM (advanced air mobility) industry., September 2023, WEG SA announced the acquisition of the industrial electric motors and generators business of Regal Rexnord Corporation. This transaction focuses on the industrial electric motors and generators businesses of the Marathon, Cemp, and Rotor brands within the Industrial Systems operational segment of Regal Rexnord; this acquisition will support the ongoing growth of the WEG Group in the industrial electric motors and generators markets, through the incorporation of recognized brands and a product line that complements the group's current portfolio.. Key drivers for this market are: The Growing Manufacturing Sector in the Country Will Drive the Market Growth, Demand for Energy Efficiency Owning to Government Regulations. Potential restraints include: The Growing Manufacturing Sector in the Country Will Drive the Market Growth, Demand for Energy Efficiency Owning to Government Regulations. Notable trends are: Induction Motors Hold Significant Market Share.

Tertiary Industry Index in Japan increased to 102.10 points in February from 100.60 points in January of 2024. This dataset provides - Japan Tertiary Industry Index- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

****************************** was the leading measure non-manufacturing businesses in Japan decided on in response to the Trump administration's tariffs, according to a survey conducted in April 2025. Only **** percent of respondents were considering reducing their sales activities in the U.S. or withdrawing from the U.S. markets.