市場調查報告書
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日本酒精飲料市場:依類型、依酒精含量、依包裝、依類別、依通路、依地區、機會、預測,2017-2031年Japan Alcoholic Beverages Market Assessment, By Type, By Alcohol Content, By Packaging, By Category, By Distribution Channel, By Region, Opportunities, and Forecast, FY2017-FY2031F |
2023年日本酒精飲料市場規模為816.2億美元。預計2031年市場規模將達988.3億美元。2024-2031年預測期的年複合成長率預計為2.42%。有幾個社會和經濟因素影響日本的酒精消費。傳統酒精飲料捲土重來,並針對不同地區進行定制,影響日本各地的消費模式。
日本的法定飲酒年齡是20 歲。社交飲酒在日本很重要,是促進社交和商業聯繫的一種方式。在日本,在家喝酒也很常見。向親戚和商業夥伴贈送酒精的習俗也是推動日本酒精飲料需求的一個重要面向。日本酒精飲料市場由多種飲料組成,包括啤酒、發泡酒、新類型啤酒、清酒、燒酒、初海、梅酒、葡萄酒、利口酒和威士忌蘇打。
這些成長模式反映了消費者口味的變化、健康和品質意識的增強以及對個人化和原創體驗的渴望。這些趨勢預計將為日本酒精飲料市場的其他進入者提供發展業務的機會,同時滿足不斷變化的消費者需求。
本報告調查了日本酒精飲料市場,並提供了市場概況,以及依類型、酒精含量、包裝、類別、通路、地區和進入市場的公司概況等劃分的趨勢。
Japan alcoholic beverages market was estimated at USD 81.62 billion in FY2023 and is anticipated to reach USD 98.83 billion by FY2031. The market is projected to witness a CAGR of 2.42% during the forecast period FY2024-2031. Several social and economic factors affect the quantity of alcohol consumed in Japan. Traditional alcoholic drinks have been revived and tailored according to different geographical regions, impacting the consumption patterns across Japan.
The legal age for drinking in Japan is 20 years. Social drinking holds a significance in Japan, serving a means to foster social and business connections. Also, it is usual for Japanese households to consume alcohol at home. The Japanese custom of presenting gifts associated with alcohol to relatives and business partners on different occasions is another significant aspect that drive demand for alcoholic beverages in the country. The market for alcoholic drinks in Japan consists of various beers, including beer, Happoshu, a low-malt beverage with similar alcohol content to beer, New Genre Beer that is a malt-free beer, Sake or Nihonshu, which is rice wine, Shochu, a distilled spirit made from rice, sweet potatoes, wheat, and/or sugar canes, Chuhai, a fruit-flavored alcoholic beverage made from shochu and water, plum wine, wine, liquors, and whiskey highball.
The patterns of expansion depict changing tastes among consumers, rising consciousness on health and quality issues, and a craving for distinctiveness and originality in terms of experiences. These trends will offer other players operating in the Japanese alcohol beverages market an opportunity to grow their businesses and meeting the constantly changing consumer needs.
Shifting Demographics Influence the Market Growth
Japan is witnessing a huge transition in its demography. The state of old age in the country affects the alcoholic beverages market to a great extent. Japan has one of the highest life expectancies around the globe coupled with a dip in death rates, hence creating a community that is growing older rapidly. This demographic pattern presents several social, economic, and cultural issues for the nation. The growing number of senior citizens will result in an increased need for products and services which meet their particular demands, including alcoholic drinks. Due to the senior populace growing more mindful of their well-being, they are moving from alcoholic beverages with higher ABV content to other safer alternatives such as low-alcohol drinks. Following the trend, some producers have made beverages such as light weight beers, targeting this demographic group. For instance, in July 2024, a new craft beer, Small Trip, was introduced by REVO BREWING, a company located in Yokohama. The saison-style artisan beer has an extremely low 2.5% alcohol percentage, with overtones of citrus and spice.
Moreover, consumer behavior and preferences are affected by the elderly population. Senior customers mostly focus on their health and wellbeing, which causes new trends for producing healthier alcoholic drinks such as low-calorie beverages or those without additives. Producing firms and sellers are trying to make more varieties available for increasingly aging individuals' tastes.
Traditional and Craft Beverages Drive Market Demand
In Japan, various drinks including Sake, Shochu, and Plum Wine are deeply rooted in the way of life and customs of its population. People enjoy drinking these beverages, representing their deeply embedded significance into the country's heritage. This explains why people still consume and appreciate traditional drinks enhancing their market growth.
The recent trend in the consumption of craft beverages including Craft Beer, Whisky, and Sake has been growing. Consumers are increasingly searching for unique high-quality products that stand out with their distinct tastes and features. Brewed by independent and smaller breweries or distilleries, craft drinks present a unique and premium segment that appeals to consumers with refined tastes.
Traditional production methods, local and high-quality ingredients are often emphasized in these drinks. Consumers appreciate this emphasis on authenticity and traceability as it makes them aware of the origin and production process of the beverage that they prefer consuming.
In June 2022, Bira 91, a beer brand, collaborated with Japan's Far Yeast Brewing Company and introduced their inaugural Gose-style beer, Yuzu Gose Sour. Typically, a Gose-style beer originates from Germany and is characterized by its low hop bitterness and utilization of wheat in the brewing process.
Government Regulations to Boost Market Demand
The taxation policies of Japan have experienced numerous alterations over decades, changing according to the alcohol by volume (ABV) of various drinks. A recent development of 2022 was government outlined plan to implement a gradual transition in tax rates. The intention was to lower the taxes on sake and beer, but at the same time elevate taxes on low malt beers, Chuhai, which is a cocktail drink with an ABV of less than 12%, and wine. Such tax changes would help create a more equitable taxation system that relates to the distinctive features of every beverage category.
The authorities are taking these measures to alleviate inequalities in taxation, thereby ensuring a standardized method of collecting revenue from alcoholic drinks sold throughout Japan. To guarantee that the licensing specifications are fulfilled and illegal transaction are avoided, the authorities support sanity practices, circulation, and marketing of intoxicating drinks. This encompasses prohibitions on distributing alcohol to underage people, limitations on overtime of operating shops, and fines for non-compliance.
Internet Retailing Emerging as a Significant Distribution Channel
The alcoholic beverages industry has experienced many companies moving beyond the conventional sales points such as bars and restaurants to online platforms. This change has remarkably benefitted well-established online dealers such as Shinanoya, who are famous for their niche whiskies. Until 2020, was an important avenue for e-commerce, which had an observed increase of 7% share among other alcoholic markets, but whisky was at the forefront with 30% growth. The shift suggests that there is a significant shift in the way Japanese individuals consume alcoholic drinks as they prefer online shopping sites, where they enjoy more alternatives and convenience, rather than traditional channels. Large companies in the alcoholic beverages industry have taken advantage of this change by creating partnerships with big e-commerce companies such as Amazon.com, Inc. and Rakuten Group, Inc.
Impact of COVID-19
Japanese alcoholic beverages industry was significantly impacted by COVID-19. On-premise consumption went down due to the restrictions on restaurants and social aspects which used to facilitate consumption of drinks outside homes. It led to a loss of customers for mainly craft breweries and small producers due to decreased footfalls and limited means of transport. The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications had an apparent expenditure decline in restaurants' alcohol consumption with a year-on-year decrease of 52.7%, main reasons being restricted hours and reduction in availability. Consequently, spending on alcohol at home increased with individuals turning towards home drinking during lockdowns.
Furthermore, interruptions in international supply chains influenced access to specific foreign items. Customers switched to high priced and quality drinks at home. COVID-19 expanded the role of e-commerce platforms as main conduits for consumers. The market has evolved post-pandemic with shifting consumer tastes and preferences.
Key Players Landscape and Outlook
The alcoholic beverages market in Japan is well-established and highly competitive. Therefore, companies aiming to enter this market must offer appealing products and an effective marketing strategy. It is crucial to set the right pricing, implement robust business controls, maintain reliable communication channels, and ensure timely production and delivery of products.
A growing health trend has emerged, increasing market share for low-malt and alcohol and calorie-free beers. Embracing and catering to this trend can enhance the chances of success in the Japanese market. In July 2022, the Suntory Group took a significant step towards streamlining its domestic liquor operations and adapting to evolving alcohol consumption patterns by establishing a new domestic liquor company. This new entity, Suntory Spirits Limited, was formed by merging five pre-existing companies.