Japan Salmon Market Report by Type (Farmed, Wild Captured), Specie (Atlantic, Pink, Chum/Dog, Coho, Sockeye, and Others), Product Type (Frozen, Fresh, Canned, and Others), Distribution Channel (Foodservice, Retail), and Region 2026-2034

Description

Japan salmon market size reached 72.7 Thousand Tons in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach 97.1 Thousand Tons by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 3.27% during 2026-2034 . The health benefits offered by the product, culinary versatility of salmon, increasing western influence, promotion of Japanese seafood abroad, adoption of sustainable farming practices, increased affordability, growing health-conscious population, and cultural significance of salmon represent some of the key factors driving the market.

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Salmon is a type of fish known for its distinctive pink or orange flesh and delicious taste. It is a popular seafood choice in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. Salmon is found in both freshwater and saltwater environments, and it is known for its remarkable life cycle. These fish are born in freshwater rivers and streams, where they hatch from eggs laid by adult salmon. They then spend a portion of their lives in freshwater before migrating to the ocean, where they grow and mature. When it's time to reproduce, adult salmon return to the same freshwater streams where they were born, a remarkable navigational feat. Salmon is renowned for its flavor and nutritional value. It is an excellent source of high-quality protein and essential vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health and reduce the risk of certain diseases.

JAPAN SALMON MARKET TRENDS:

Salmon is widely recognized for its health benefits. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are known to promote heart health, reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and improve cognitive function. As health-conscious consumers seek nutritious food options, the reputation of salmon as a healthy choice has boosted its popularity in Japan. Additionally, the versatility of salmon in the food industry makes it a favorite among Japanese consumers. It can be prepared in various ways, including sashimi, sushi, grilled, or as part of traditional dishes like salmon teriyaki. Its adaptability to different cooking styles has made it a staple in Japanese cuisine. Other than this, the food culture of Japan has been influenced by Western cuisine, due to which, dishes like salmon sushi rolls and salmon burgers have gained popularity, appealing to a broader range of tastes. Besides this, the adoption of sustainable salmon farming practices has ensured a consistent supply of high-quality salmon in the Japanese market. These practices prioritize environmental responsibility and have contributed to consumer confidence in the quality of the product. In line with this, as production and distribution have improved, salmon has become more affordable for a wider range of consumers. This accessibility has driven up consumption levels within Japan. Furthermore, the Japanese government and seafood industry have actively promoted Japanese seafood, including salmon, in international markets. This has increased awareness about Japanese salmon products and led to higher demand both domestically and globally. Moreover, salmon also holds cultural significance in Japan, with various regions celebrating annual salmon festivals and rituals. These factors are expected to create a favorable market outlook in the upcoming years.

JAPAN SALMON MARKET SEGMENTATION:

Type Insights:

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Farmed
Wild Captured
Farmed
Wild Captured

Species Insights:

Atlantic
Pink
Chum/Dog
Coho
Sockeye
Others
Atlantic
Pink
Chum/Dog
Coho
Sockeye
Others

Product Type Insights:

Frozen
Fresh
Canned
Others
Frozen
Fresh
Canned
Others

Distribution Channel Insights:

Foodservice
Retail
Foodservice
Retail

Regional Insights:

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Kanto Region
Kansai/Kinki Region
Central/ Chubu Region
Kyushu-Okinawa Region
Tohoku Region
Chugoku Region
Hokkaido Region
Shikoku Region
Kanto Region
Kansai/Kinki Region
Central/ Chubu Region
Kyushu-Okinawa Region
Tohoku Region
Chugoku Region
Hokkaido Region
Shikoku Region
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Kanto Region, Kansai/Kinki Region, Central/ Chubu Region, Kyushu-Okinawa Region, Tohoku Region, Chugoku Region, Hokkaido Region, and Shikoku Region.

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. 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

1. How big is the salmon market in Japan?

2. What is the future outlook of the salmon market in Japan?

3. What are the key factors driving the Japan salmon market?

Product Code: SR112026A19577

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 Salmon Market - Introduction

4.1 Overview
4.2 Market Dynamics
4.3 Industry Trends
4.4 Competitive Intelligence

5 Japan Salmon Market Landscape

5.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
5.2 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

6 Japan Salmon Market - Breakup by Type

6.1 Farmed
- 6.1.1 Overview
- 6.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 6.1.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
6.2 Wild Captured
- 6.2.1 Overview
- 6.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 6.2.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

7 Japan Salmon Market - Breakup by Species

7.1 Atlantic
- 7.1.1 Overview
- 7.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.1.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
7.2 Pink
- 7.2.1 Overview
- 7.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.2.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
7.3 Chum/Dog
- 7.3.1 Overview
- 7.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.3.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
7.4 Coho
- 7.4.1 Overview
- 7.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.4.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
7.5 Sockeye
- 7.5.1 Overview
- 7.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.5.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
7.6 Others
- 7.6.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 7.6.2 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

8 Japan Salmon Market - Breakup by Product type

8.1 Frozen
- 8.1.1 Overview
- 8.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.1.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.2 Fresh
- 8.2.1 Overview
- 8.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.2.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.3 Canned
- 8.3.1 Overview
- 8.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.3.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
8.4 Others
- 8.4.1 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 8.4.2 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

9 Japan Salmon Market - Breakup by Distribution Channel

9.1 Foodservice
- 9.1.1 Overview
- 9.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 9.1.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
9.2 Retail
- 9.2.1 Overview
- 9.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 9.2.3 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

10 Japan Salmon Market - Breakup by Region

10.1 Kanto Region
- 10.1.1 Overview
- 10.1.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.1.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.1.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.1.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.1.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.1.7 Key Players
- 10.1.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
10.2 Kansai/Kinki Region
- 10.2.1 Overview
- 10.2.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.2.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.2.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.2.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.2.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.2.7 Key Players
- 10.2.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
10.3 Central/ Chubu Region
- 10.3.1 Overview
- 10.3.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.3.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.3.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.3.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.3.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.3.7 Key Players
- 10.3.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
10.4 Kyushu-Okinawa Region
- 10.4.1 Overview
- 10.4.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.4.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.4.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.4.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.4.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.4.7 Key Players
- 10.4.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
10.5 Tohoku Region
- 10.5.1 Overview
- 10.5.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.5.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.5.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.5.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.5.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.5.7 Key Players
- 10.5.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
10.6 Chugoku Region
- 10.6.1 Overview
- 10.6.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.6.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.6.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.6.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.6.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.6.7 Key Players
- 10.6.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
10.7 Hokkaido Region
- 10.7.1 Overview
- 10.7.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.7.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.7.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.7.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.7.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.7.7 Key Players
- 10.7.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)
10.8 Shikoku Region
- 10.8.1 Overview
- 10.8.2 Historical and Current Market Trends (2020-2025)
- 10.8.3 Market Breakup by Type
- 10.8.4 Market Breakup by Species
- 10.8.5 Market Breakup by Product type
- 10.8.6 Market Breakup by Distribution Channel
- 10.8.7 Key Players
- 10.8.8 Market Forecast (2026-2034)

11 Japan Salmon 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 Product Portfolio
- 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 Product Portfolio
- 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 Product Portfolio
- 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 Product Portfolio
- 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 Product Portfolio
- 12.5.3 Business Strategies
- 12.5.4 SWOT Analysis
- 12.5.5 Major News and Events

13 Japan Salmon 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