| Product Code: ETC7735688 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sumit Sagar | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
In 2024, Japan continued to see a significant influx of craft spirits imports, with top exporting countries including the UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, and Taiwan, Province of China. Despite a slight decrease in growth rate from 2023 to 2024, the industry maintained a high level of market concentration, as indicated by the high Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI). The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stood at a steady 4.15%, showcasing a consistent interest and demand for craft spirits in the Japanese market.

1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Japan Craft Spirits Market Overview |
3.1 Japan Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Japan Craft Spirits Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Japan Craft Spirits Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Japan Craft Spirits Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing consumer interest in unique and premium alcoholic beverages, driving demand for craft spirits |
4.2.2 Rising popularity of cocktail culture and mixology in Japan, leading to higher consumption of craft spirits |
4.2.3 Growing trend of supporting local and artisanal products, boosting the demand for domestically produced craft spirits |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 High production costs associated with small-batch production methods of craft spirits |
4.3.2 Limited awareness and distribution channels for craft spirits compared to mass-produced brands |
4.3.3 Regulatory challenges and compliance requirements impacting the production and marketing of craft spirits |
5 Japan Craft Spirits Market Trends |
6 Japan Craft Spirits Market, By Types |
6.1 Japan Craft Spirits Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Whiskey, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Vodka, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Gin, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Rum, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Brandy, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.8 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Liqueur, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Japan Craft Spirits Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By On-trade, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenues & Volume, By Off-trade, 2021- 2031F |
7 Japan Craft Spirits Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Japan Craft Spirits Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Japan Craft Spirits Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Japan Craft Spirits Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Number of craft distilleries in Japan |
8.2 Percentage growth of craft spirit brands in the market |
8.3 Consumer engagement levels with craft spirit events and tastings |
8.4 Quality ratings and awards received by Japanese craft spirits |
9 Japan Craft Spirits Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Japan Craft Spirits Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Japan Craft Spirits Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Japan Craft Spirits Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Japan Craft Spirits Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Japan Craft Spirits Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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