The average retail price for fresh cow's milk in Japan stood at almost 205 Japanese yen per liter in 2022. The retail price of fresh milk rose steadily in the last decade, remaining above 200 yen per liter in recent years.

In 2022, the average price paid by Japanese households for milk reached a decade-high, amounting to approximately ***** Japanese yen. In contrast, the average price paid for milk accounted for around ***** yen in 2012.

In December 2023, the average retail price for milk per liter in Japan stood at approximately 256 Japanese yen. Notably, it experienced a significant surge in August 2023, reaching 255 yen per liter, compared to the previous month's 234 yen per liter. The lowest price observed was 212 yen per liter, recorded consistently in both September and October 2022.

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Japan: Milk, cheese, and eggs price index, world average = 100: The latest value from 2021 is 174.18 index points, an increase from 173.59 index points in 2017. In comparison, the world average is 120.42 index points, based on data from 165 countries. Historically, the average for Japan from 2017 to 2021 is 173.89 index points. The minimum value, 173.59 index points, was reached in 2017 while the maximum of 174.18 index points was recorded in 2021.

In 2023, the highest average retail price of fresh milk among the ** prefectural capitals in Japan was in Naha, Okinawa prefecture at *** Japanese yen for *** milliliters of fresh milk. Conversely, the lowest average retail price of fresh milk per liter was recorded in Nagano, at *** Japanese yen.

The Japanese milk market was finally on the rise to reach $15.6B in 2024, after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 7.9%. Milk consumption peaked at $20B in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2024, consumption failed to regain momentum.

In 2023, approx. 158 tons of skim milk were exported from Japan; with a decrease of -3.6% on 2022 figures.

Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): TKY: MoM: Food: DPE: FD: Fresh Milk: Fresh Milk data was reported at -0.300 % in Apr 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of -0.700 % for Mar 2025. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): TKY: MoM: Food: DPE: FD: Fresh Milk: Fresh Milk data is updated monthly, averaging 0.000 % from Feb 1975 (Median) to Apr 2025, with 603 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 10.900 % in Nov 2022 and a record low of -3.300 % in Dec 2017. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): TKY: MoM: Food: DPE: FD: Fresh Milk: Fresh Milk data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.I022: Consumer Price Index: Tokyo: 2020=100: MoM% Change.

Japan Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Bottled Fresh Milk: Delivered data was reported at 127.000 JPY/200 ml in Nov 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 127.000 JPY/200 ml for Oct 2018. Japan Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Bottled Fresh Milk: Delivered data is updated monthly, averaging 114.000 JPY/200 ml from Jan 1999 (Median) to Nov 2018, with 239 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 127.000 JPY/200 ml in Nov 2018 and a record low of 85.000 JPY/200 ml in Mar 1999. Japan Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Bottled Fresh Milk: Delivered data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.P002: Retail Price: Tokyo.

In 2023, the consumer price index for milk sold in-store in Japan experienced a significant rise, reaching an index of 113.8 points, compared to 101.4 points recorded in the preceding year. The lowest price index was recorded in 2007 with a value of 90.

Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Food: DPE: FD: Fresh Milk: Fresh Milk data was reported at 119.600 2020=100 in Mar 2025. This records a decrease from the previous number of 119.700 2020=100 for Feb 2025. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Food: DPE: FD: Fresh Milk: Fresh Milk data is updated monthly, averaging 97.200 2020=100 from Jan 1975 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 603 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 120.100 2020=100 in Sep 2023 and a record low of 89.000 2020=100 in Aug 2013. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Food: DPE: FD: Fresh Milk: Fresh Milk data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.I002: Consumer Price Index: 2020=100.

Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Powered Milk data was reported at 2,297.000 JPY/980 g in Oct 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 2,297.000 JPY/980 g for Sep 2018. Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Powered Milk data is updated monthly, averaging 2,415.000 JPY/980 g from Jan 1999 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 238 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2,670.000 JPY/980 g in Mar 1999 and a record low of 2,187.000 JPY/980 g in Aug 2013. Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Powered Milk data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.P002: Retail Price: Tokyo.

For the third year in a row, Japan recorded decline in supplies from abroad of skim powdered milk, which decreased by -60.2% to 8.1K tons in 2023.

Japan Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Fresh Milk in Cartons: Sold in Stores data was reported at 208.000 JPY/1000 ml in Oct 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 208.000 JPY/1000 ml for Sep 2018. Japan Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Fresh Milk in Cartons: Sold in Stores data is updated monthly, averaging 209.500 JPY/1000 ml from Jan 1999 (Median) to Oct 2018, with 238 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 227.000 JPY/1000 ml in Sep 2016 and a record low of 200.000 JPY/1000 ml in Nov 2007. Japan Retail Price: Tokyo: Food: Fresh Milk in Cartons: Sold in Stores data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.P002: Retail Price: Tokyo.

Discover the latest market trends in the Japanese milk industry and its projected growth over the next decade. With increasing demand for milk, the market is expected to see a steady rise in consumption, reaching a volume of 9.6M tons and a value of $16.7B by 2035.

The Japanese powdered milk market is expected to experience a steady increase in demand over the next decade, with forecasted growth in both market volume and value. By 2035, the market is projected to reach 205K tons in volume and $808M in value.

Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Tokyo: Weight: Food: DPE: FD: Dairy Products: Powdered Milk data was reported at 2.000 Per 10TH in Jul 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 2.000 Per 10TH for Jun 2018. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Tokyo: Weight: Food: DPE: FD: Dairy Products: Powdered Milk data is updated monthly, averaging 2.000 Per 10TH from Jan 2017 (Median) to Jul 2018, with 19 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.000 Per 10TH in Jul 2018 and a record low of 2.000 Per 10TH in Jul 2018. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Tokyo: Weight: Food: DPE: FD: Dairy Products: Powdered Milk data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.I030: Consumer Price Index: Tokyo: 2015=100: Weight.

This dataset provides an analysis of average monthly prices for four essential food items, namely Eggs, Milk, Bread, and Potatoes, in five different countries: Australia, Japan, Canada, South Africa, and Sweden. The dataset spans a five-year period, from 2018 to 2022, offering a comprehensive overview of how food prices have evolved over time in these nations.

The dataset includes information on the average monthly prices of each food item in the respective countries. This information can be valuable for studying and comparing the cost of living, assessing economic trends, and understanding variations in food price dynamics across different regions.

Use Cases:

Comparative Analysis: Researchers and analysts can compare food prices across the five countries over the five-year period to identify patterns, trends, and variations. This analysis can help understand differences in purchasing power and economic factors impacting food costs.

Cost of Living Studies: The dataset can be used to examine the cost of living in different countries, specifically focusing on the expenses related to basic food items. This information can be beneficial for individuals considering relocation or policymakers aiming to evaluate living standards.

Economic Studies: Economists and policymakers can utilize this dataset to analyze the impact of economic factors, such as inflation or currency fluctuations, on food prices in different countries. It can provide insights into the stability and volatility of food markets in each region.

Forecasting and Planning: Businesses in the food industry can leverage the dataset to forecast future food price trends and plan their operations accordingly. The historical data can serve as a foundation for predictive models and assist in optimizing pricing strategies and supply chain management.

Note: The dataset is based on average monthly prices and does not capture individual variations or specific regions within each country. Further analysis and interpretation should consider additional factors like seasonal influences, local market dynamics, and consumer preferences.

Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Weight: Food: DPE: FD: Dairy Products: Powdered Milk data was reported at 2.000 Per 10TH in Dec 2016. This stayed constant from the previous number of 2.000 Per 10TH for Nov 2016. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Weight: Food: DPE: FD: Dairy Products: Powdered Milk data is updated monthly, averaging 2.000 Per 10TH from Jul 2011 (Median) to Dec 2016, with 66 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 2.000 Per 10TH in Dec 2016 and a record low of 2.000 Per 10TH in Dec 2016. Japan Consumer Price Index (CPI): Weight: Food: DPE: FD: Dairy Products: Powdered Milk data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Statistical Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Japan – Table JP.I016: Consumer Price Index: 2010=100: Weight.