PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1729404
PUBLISHER: IMARC | PRODUCT CODE: 1729404
Japan Dog Food Market Report by Product Type, Pricing Type, Ingredient Type, Distribution Channel, and Region 2025-2033
The Japan dog food market size reached USD 3.0 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 4.3 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.89% during 2025-2033.
Dog food is generally produced from water, poultry, fish, meat, cereals, and grains and available in various forms, including snacks, liquid supplements, gravy, and treats. It assists in boosting immunity, strengthening muscles and bones, maintaining a healthy weight, and minimizing the risk of allergies and digestive disorders among domesticated dogs. It also aids in improving the skin, maintaining dental health, and minimizing the body and stool odor among dogs.
Japan Dog Food Market Trends:
Health and Wellness Trends
Japan's dog food market is strongly influenced by the growing focus on health and wellness. Pet parents are increasingly becoming aware about the importance of nutrition and are opting for products that cater to specific health needs, such as weight management, digestive health, and skin care. This trend is leading to a rise in the demand for dog food formulated with natural and functional ingredients, like probiotics, omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants. Rising preferences for grain-free and raw food diets particularly for pets with sensitivities is impelling the Japan dog food market growth. There is an increase in the need for specialized food targeting senior pets' health. Companies are developing formulations aimed at improving joint health, enhancing cognitive function, and promoting a longer and healthier life. Pet parents are willing to spend on premium products for their pet's enhanced well-being.
Aging Pet Population
With advancements in veterinary care and better overall pet health management, dogs in Japan are living longer than ever before. As a result, dog food market in Japan is rising in order to cater to the needs of older pet population. Aging dogs have unique nutritional needs, requiring food that supports their joint health, digestion, immune system, and cognitive functions. This is driving the demand for specialized senior dog food formulas that include ingredients like glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3 fatty acids, which help alleviate common age-related issues such as arthritis and reduced mobility. Key market players are introducing products that cater to specific health conditions like weight control for less active dogs and easy-to-digest formulas for pets with sensitive stomachs. This is further expected to provide a positive Japan dog food market forecast in the coming years.
Increasing Number of Pet Parents
The rising number of pet parents in Japan is contributing to the market growth. As people increasingly view pets, especially dogs, as companions that provide emotional support, more households are adopting dogs. In addition, with declining birth rates, young professionals are adopting pets as an alternative to starting families. Pet parents are seeking both essential and premium products for the overall well-being of their pets. Apart from this, the expansion of online platforms is increasing the Japan dog food market share.
Key Market Segmentation:
Breakup by Product Type:
- Dry Dog Food
- Dog Treats
- Wet Dog Food
Breakup by Pricing Type:
- Premium Products
- Mass Products
Breakup by Ingredient Type:
- Animal Derived
- Plant Derived
Breakup by Distribution Channel:
- Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- Specialty Stores
- Online
- Others
Table of Contents
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 Introduction
- 4.1 Overview
- 4.2 Key Industry Trends
5 Japan Dog Food Market
- 5.1 Market Overview
- 5.2 Market Performance
- 5.3 Impact of COVID-19
- 5.4 Market Forecast
6 Market Breakup by Product Type
- 6.1 Dry Dog Food
- 6.1.1 Market Trends
- 6.1.2 Market Forecast
- 6.2 Dog Treats
- 6.2.1 Market Trends
- 6.2.2 Market Forecast
- 6.3 Wet Dog Food
- 6.3.1 Market Trends
- 6.3.2 Market Forecast
7 Market Breakup by Pricing Type
- 7.1 Premium Products
- 7.1.1 Market Trends
- 7.1.2 Market Forecast
- 7.2 Mass Products
- 7.2.1 Market Trends
- 7.2.2 Market Forecast
8 Market Breakup by Ingredient Type
- 8.1 Animal Derived
- 8.1.1 Market Trends
- 8.1.2 Market Forecast
- 8.2 Plant Derived
- 8.2.1 Market Trends
- 8.2.2 Market Forecast
9 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 9.1 Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
- 9.1.1 Market Trends
- 9.1.2 Market Forecast
- 9.2 Specialty Stores
- 9.2.1 Market Trends
- 9.2.2 Market Forecast
- 9.3 Online
- 9.3.1 Market Trends
- 9.3.2 Market Forecast
- 9.4 Others
- 9.4.1 Market Trends
- 9.4.2 Market Forecast
10 SWOT Analysis
- 10.1 Overview
- 10.2 Strengths
- 10.3 Weaknesses
- 10.4 Opportunities
- 10.5 Threats
11 Value Chain Analysis
12 Porters Five Forces Analysis
- 12.1 Overview
- 12.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
- 12.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 12.4 Degree of Competition
- 12.5 Threat of New Entrants
- 12.6 Threat of Substitutes
13 Price Analysis
14 Policy and Regulatory Landscape
15 Competitive Landscape
- 15.1 Market Structure
- 15.2 Key Players
- 15.3 Profiles of Key Players
List of Figures
- Figure 1: Japan: Dog Food Market: Major Drivers and Challenges
- Figure 2: Japan: Dog Food Market: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2019-2024
- Figure 3: Japan: Dog Food Market: Breakup by Product Type (in %), 2024
- Figure 4: Japan: Dog Food Market: Breakup by Pricing Type (in %), 2024
- Figure 5: Japan: Dog Food Market: Breakup by Ingredient Type (in %), 2024
- Figure 6: Japan: Dog Food Market: Breakup Distribution Channel (in %), 2024
- Figure 7: Japan: Dog Food Market: Breakup by Region (in %), 2024
- Figure 8: Japan: Dog Food Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Billion USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 9: Japan: Dog Food (Dry Dog Food) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 10: Japan: Dog Food (Dry Dog Food) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 11: Japan: Dog Food (Dog Treats) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 12: Japan: Dog Food (Dog Treats) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 13: Japan: Dog Food (Wet Dog Food) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 14: Japan: Dog Food (Wet Dog Food) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 15: Japan: Dog Food (Premium Products) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 16: Japan: Dog Food (Premium Products) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 17: Japan: Dog Food (Mass Products) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 18: Japan: Dog Food (Mass Products) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 19: Japan: Dog Food (Animal Derived) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 20: Japan: Dog Food (Animal Derived) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 21: Japan: Dog Food (Plant Derived) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 22: Japan: Dog Food (Plant Derived) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 23: Japan: Dog Food (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 24: Japan: Dog Food (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 25: Japan: Dog Food (Specialty Stores) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 26: Japan: Dog Food (Specialty Stores) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 27: Japan: Dog Food (Online) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 28: Japan: Dog Food (Online) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 29: Japan: Dog Food (Other Distribution Channels) Market: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2019 & 2024
- Figure 30: Japan: Dog Food (Other Distribution Channels) Market Forecast: Sales Value (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Figure 31: Japan: Dog Food Industry: SWOT Analysis
- Figure 32: Japan: Dog Food Industry: Value Chain Analysis
- Figure 33: Japan: Dog Food Industry: Porter's Five Forces Analysis
List of Tables
- Table 1: Japan: Dog Food Market: Key Industry Highlights, 2024 and 2033
- Table 2: Japan: Dog Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Product Type (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Table 3: Japan: Dog Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Pricing Type (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Table 4: Japan: Dog Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Ingredient Type (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Table 5: Japan: Dog Food Market Forecast: Breakup by Distribution Channel (in Million USD), 2025-2033
- Table 6: Japan: Dog Food Market: Competitive Structure
- Table 7: Japan: Dog Food Market: Key Players
