Japan’s Annual Farm Exports Rise to Record ¥1.7 Trillion

Japanese exports of agriculture, forestry, fishery products, and foods rose to more than ¥1.7 trillion ($10.9 billion) in 2025, marking a record for the 13th straight year amid the growing global popularity of washoku, or Japanese cuisine, the farm ministry said, Kyodo News reported.

Japan's oyster exports are a growing industry valued at over $4 million in 2023. (Photo: Aquaculture Stewardship Council) 

Amid heightened health awareness, green tea exports doubled from a year earlier, while exports of 20 major items—including beef and rice—hit record highs, contributing to a 12.8% year-on-year increase, according to the ministry.

However, exports fell short of the government’s ¥2 trillion target for 2025, underscoring the need for continued efforts to expand export markets as Japan aims to reach ¥5 trillion in exports by 2030.

By country and region, the United States was the top destination at ¥276.2 billion, up 13.7%, driven by strong demand for green tea and seafood considered health foods, despite higher tariffs imposed since April last year.

Hong Kong ranked second at ¥222.8 billion, followed by Taiwan at ¥181.2 billion. China placed fourth at ¥179.9 billion after reimposing a suspension on Japanese seafood imports amid diplomatic tensions.