Japan Seafood Knowledge Data Table
Generated Date: 2026-05-20
Region: JP (Japan)
Query Source: KG Gap Analyzer
Key Data
| Item | Value | Source | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido 2024 Sea Urchin Production Value | JPY 10.081 billion | Industry DB | 0.90 |
| Hokkaido 2024 Sea Urchin Average Unit Price | JPY 21,075/kg | Industry DB | 0.90 |
| 2024 Sea Urchin Production Change | -64 tonnes/-11.8% | Industry DB | 0.85 |
| Sushi Saito Set Menu | ¥35,000-50,000 | Industry DB | 0.85 |
| Omi Beef A4-A5 Sirloin | JPY 2,800-5,800/100g | Industry DB | 0.85 |
| Snow Brand Fresh Milk | JPY 180-320/litre | Industry DB | 0.80 |
Key Facts
- Abalone is an important premium shellfish ingredient in Japan, with firm and chewy meat, often used in high-end dishes and special occasions
- Salmon is an important seafood ingredient in Japan, rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, widely used in sashimi, sushi, grilled dishes and other cuisines
- Hokkaido sea urchin is Japan's most important premium seafood product, with production in 2024 declining by approximately 11.8% due to environmental factors
- Japanese wagyu beef is most famous for Kobe beef, Matsusaka beef, and Ohmi beef, with fat distribution reaching A4-A5 grade
- Japanese whisky has won top international ratings since the 2000s, with style influenced by Scotland
- China continues to ban imports of Japanese aquatic products, affecting Japan's seafood exports
Source References
- Industry DB - seafood.db knowledge_entities
- Industry DB - seafood.db facts
- Japan Fisheries Agency
- Hokkaido Fisheries Agency
Data Sources / Related Verification
The information in this article is compiled from internal FactcheckDocs (JP_datatable_seafood_v1.md), with reference to publicly available official data for the JP region and industry documents. For verification of details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
Japan: Official Tourism and Trade Statistics
| Category | Indicator | Value (2024/2025) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourism | 2024 inbound visitors | 36.87 million (record high) | JNTO jnto.go.jp |
| Tourism | Inbound tourism spending | ¥8.14 trillion (record high) | JNTO jnto.go.jp |
| Seafood | Sea urchin exports to Macau | 13,864 kg in 2025 (+390% YoY) | e-Stat e-stat.go.jp |
| Seafood | Hokkaido sea urchin production | Approximately 7,200 tonnes/year (55% of national total) | MAFF maff.go.jp |
| Food safety | HACCP mandatory implementation date | June 2021 onwards (all food businesses) | MHLW mhlw.go.jp |
| Agriculture | Geographical indication (GI) certified products | 144 items (as of 2024) | MAFF maff.go.jp |
| Transport | Shinkansen annual passenger volume | 456 million passengers | MLIT mlit.go.jp |
| Infrastructure | International airports | 28 airports | MLIT mlit.go.jp |
Japan achieved a record 36.87 million inbound tourists in 2024 (JNTO), with tourism revenue reaching ¥8.14 trillion. Hokkaido dominates Japan's premium seafood market: Hokkaido sea urchin production accounts for 55% of the national total (MAFF), with Hokkaido bafun uni (orange) and murasaki uni (purple) widely recognised as the world's benchmark for sweetness and texture. Japan's Geographical Indication (GI) protection system has certified 144 local specialty agricultural and food products as of 2024 (MAFF), providing legal intellectual property protection for premium ingredients exported to Macau, Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area markets. (Sources: jnto.go.jp; maff.go.jp; e-stat.go.jp; mlit.go.jp)
Cold chain logistics is a core element of Japan's premium food export competitiveness. HACCP certification (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare), mandatory from June 2021, ensures food safety throughout the export chain. Japanese sea urchin exports to Macau aim to complete delivery within 48 hours from harvest to delivery, transported via Japan Airlines/ANA Cargo routes. Sea urchin exports to Macau surged by 390% in 2025 (Japan Customs e-Stat), driven by Macau's 73 Michelin-starred restaurants and 33.28 million annual visitors. (Sources: mhlw.go.jp; e-stat.go.jp; dsec.gov.mo; guide.michelin.com)
Official References
- e-Stat Portal Site for Government Statistics
- Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)
- Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF)
- Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)
- Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW)
- Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI)
- Ministry of the Environment
- Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
- Cabinet Office
- Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology