Japan Cheese Market Report by Source, Type, Product, Distribution Channel, Format, and Region 2025-2033

Description

The Japan cheese market size reached USD 5.5 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 6.5 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 1.8% during 2025-2033. The augmenting product demand in the food and beverage (F&B) industry, increasing adoption of Western cuisine among the Japanese population, mass exposure to diverse culinary traditions due to rapid globalization, and considerable rise in quick-service restaurants (QSRs) and fast-food outlets represent some of the key factors driving the market.

Cheese is a versatile dairy product renowned for its variety, flavors, and textures, which largely depends on the source of milk, fermentation process, and aging duration. It is a concentrated form of several key nutrients including protein, fat, calcium, and vitamin B12, which contribute to its dietary significance. Cheese is produced through the coagulation of milk protein, or casein, leading to a separation of the milk into solid curds and liquid whey. These curds are then subjected to heating, cutting, cooking, and finally pressing to remove additional whey, resulting in a cheese curd. The cheese curd can then be matured over varying periods of time to develop a diverse array of flavors and textures. The end product finds broad application in culinary practices around the world, employed both as a standalone food item and a flavor-enhancing ingredient in countless dishes. In Japan, cheese has been increasingly incorporated into traditional and modern cuisines, demonstrating its growing popularity and acceptance within the country.

Japan Cheese Market Trends:

The market in Japan is majorly driven by the augmenting product demand in the food and beverage (F&B) industry. This can be attributed to the increasing adoption of Western cuisine among the Japanese population. In line with this, the active participation of the country in the globalized economy, resulting in mass exposure to diverse culinary traditions and growing appreciation for Western food culture are fueling the market. Moreover, the considerable rise in quick-service restaurants (QSRs) and fast-food outlets that utilize cheese as a primary ingredient in their menus is acting as another growth inducing factor for the market. In addition to this, the growing consumer awareness about the nutritional benefits of cheese, such as high protein and calcium content, is also contributing to the market growth. In addition to this, the burgeoning gourmet culture in Japan is resulting in a paradigm shift towards high-quality, artisanal cheeses, both domestically produced and imported, thereby fueling the product demand. Apart from this, the introduction of eco-friendly and organic cheese varieties due to the accelerating environmental and health consciousness trends among the masses, is fueling the market. Furthermore, the proliferation of e-commerce platforms has made access to a wide variety of local and imported cheeses easier, which is stimulating the market. Some of the other factors contributing to the market include favorable government initiatives to promote dairy consumption, rapid urbanization, and innovative product development and marketing strategies by cheese manufacturers across the country.

Japan Cheese Market Segmentation:

Source Insights:

Cow Milk
Buffalo Milk
Goat Milk
Others

Type Insights:

Natural
Processed

Product Insights:

Mozzarella
Cheddar
Feta
Parmesan
Roquefort
Others

Distribution Channel Insights:

Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
Convenience Stores
Specialty Stores
Online
Others

Format Insights:

Slices
Diced/Cubes
Shredded
Blocks
Spreads
Liquid
Others

Competitive Landscape:

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the Japan cheese market. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

How has the Japan cheese market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What has been the impact of COVID-19 on the Japan cheese market?
What is the breakup of the Japan cheese market on the basis of source?
What is the breakup of the Japan cheese market on the basis of type?
What is the breakup of the Japan cheese market on the basis of product?
What is the breakup of the Japan cheese market on the basis of distribution channel?
What is the breakup of the Japan cheese market on the basis of format?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the Japan cheese market?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Japan cheese market?
What is the structure of the Japan cheese market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the Japan cheese market?

Product Code: SR112025A9331

1 Preface

2 Scope and Methodology

2.1 Objectives of the Study
2.2 Stakeholders
2.3 Data Sources
- 2.3.1 Primary Sources
- 2.3.2 Secondary Sources
2.4 Market Estimation
- 2.4.1 Bottom-Up Approach
- 2.4.2 Top-Down Approach
2.5 Forecasting Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Japan Cheese Market - Introduction

4.1 Overview
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.3 Industry Trends
4.4 Competitive Intelligence

5 Japan Cheese Market Landscape

5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

6 Japan Cheese Market - Breakup by Source

6.1 Cow Milk
- 6.1.1 Overview
- 6.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 6.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.2 Buffalo Milk
- 6.2.1 Overview
- 6.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 6.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.3 Goat Milk
- 6.3.1 Overview
- 6.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 6.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
6.4 Others
- 6.4.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 6.4.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

7 Japan Cheese Market - Breakup by Type

7.1 Natural
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 7.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
7.2 Processed
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 7.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

8 Japan Cheese Market - Breakup by Product

8.1 Mozzarella
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.2 Cheddar
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.3 Feta
- 8.3.1 Overview
- 8.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.4 Parmesan
- 8.4.1 Overview
- 8.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.5 Roquefort
- 8.5.1 Overview
- 8.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
8.6 Others
- 8.6.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 8.6.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

9 Japan Cheese Market - Breakup by Distribution Channel

9.1 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- 9.1.1 Overview
- 9.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.2 Convenience Stores
- 9.2.1 Overview
- 9.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.3 Specialty Stores
- 9.3.1 Overview
- 9.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.4 Online
- 9.4.1 Overview
- 9.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
9.5 Others
- 9.5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 9.5.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

10 Japan Cheese Market - Breakup by Format

10.1 Slices
- 10.1.1 Overview
- 10.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.1.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.2 Diced/Cubes
- 10.2.1 Overview
- 10.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.2.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.3 Shredded
- 10.3.1 Overview
- 10.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.3.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.4 Blocks
- 10.4.1 Overview
- 10.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.4.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.5 Spreads
- 10.5.1 Overview
- 10.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.5.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.6 Liquid
- 10.6.1 Overview
- 10.6.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.6.3 Market Forecast (2025-2033)
10.7 Others
- 10.7.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2019-2024)
- 10.7.2 Market Forecast (2025-2033)

11 Japan Cheese Market - Competitive Landscape

11.1 Overview
11.2 Market Structure
11.3 Market Player Positioning
11.4 Top Winning Strategies
11.5 Competitive Dashboard
11.6 Company Evaluation Quadrant

12 Profiles of Key Players

12.1 Company A
- 12.1.1 Business Overview
- 12.1.2 Services Offered
- 12.1.3 Business Strategies
- 12.1.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.1.5 Major News and Events
12.2 Company B
- 12.2.1 Business Overview
- 12.2.2 Services Offered
- 12.2.3 Business Strategies
- 12.2.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.2.5 Major News and Events
12.3 Company C
- 12.3.1 Business Overview
- 12.3.2 Services Offered
- 12.3.3 Business Strategies
- 12.3.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.3.5 Major News and Events
12.4 Company D
- 12.4.1 Business Overview
- 12.4.2 Services Offered
- 12.4.3 Business Strategies
- 12.4.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.4.5 Major News and Events
12.5 Company E
- 12.5.1 Business Overview
- 12.5.2 Services Offered
- 12.5.3 Business Strategies
- 12.5.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.5.5 Major News and Events

13 Japan Cheese Market - Industry Analysis

13.1 Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
- 13.1.1 Overview
- 13.1.2 Drivers
- 13.1.3 Restraints
- 13.1.4 Opportunities
13.2 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 13.2.1 Overview
- 13.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 13.2.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 13.2.4 Degree of Competition
- 13.2.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 13.2.6 Threat of Substitutes
13.3 Value Chain Analysis