Pork export opportunities to Japan on the rise

Japan is proving to be an important market for red meat exports and this week we are returning for one of Asia’s largest food and drinks exhibitions, Foodex Japan.

The four-day show in Tokyo starts on 7 March and is expected to attract around 3,000 exhibitors and thousands of buyers from across Japan.

Joined by six exporters, we will showcase pork from the UK, alongside beef and lamb, providing an opportunity to promote quality red meat from the UK to potential importers and increase shipments in the year ahead.

With a population of 125 million, Japan is the 11th-biggest country in the world and the third-biggest economy, but due to insufficient agricultural land, it relies on imports for around 60% of the food it consumes.

Head of Asia Pacific, Jonathan Eckley, said:

“We are delighted to be returning to Japan for Foodex, one of the most important events in our export trade show calendar. This year marks the first time in three years that our team will be able to attend in person following the pandemic and we are excited to be able to reconnect with potential buyers in this important market.

“Japan is a growing market for our pork exports, steadily rising each year as demand for our high-quality meat continues to grow. We are keen to maximise on the opportunities that Japan offers and help our exporters grow their business through face-to-face meetings with importers and networking opportunities that AHDB has created.”

Our country focus report for Japan looks at consumer trends and market opportunities, providing valuable information for businesses looking to export to this important market.