Packaging Industry in Japan

Packaging Industry in Japan


In recent years, Japan has experienced a significant shift in packaging trends, driven by growing environmental awareness and a focus on sustainability. This shift has led to efforts to reduce the weight of containers, simplify packaging materials and prioritise recyclable options. In addition, there has been an emphasis on creating high-performance products that balance safety, convenience and eco-friendliness. Consumers in Japan are increasingly conscious of the environmental impact of packagi...

Euromonitor International's Packaging in Japan report offers insight into key trends and developments in the industry. The report also examines trends and prospect for various pack types and closures: metal packaging, rigid plastic, glass, liquid cartons, paper-based containers; flexible packaging.


Data coverage: market sizes (historic and forecasts), company shares, brand shares and distribution data.

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Packaging Industry in Japan
Euromonitor International
December 2024
List Of Contents And Tables
PACKAGING INDUSTRY IN JAPAN
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Packaging in 2023: The big picture
2023 key trends
Flexible plastic dominates frozen pizza packaging
Smaller pack sizes gaining traction in non-alcoholic drinks packaging amid rising on-the-go consumption trend
Declining use of PET bottles in alcoholic drinks packaging
Brands adopting innovative packaging solutions in the move towards sustainability
Smaller pack sizes are gaining traction in Japanese home care packaging
PACKAGING LEGISLATION
Regulations regarding food packaging now include a “positive list” of materials that can be used
RECYCLING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Japan Soft Drink Association takes the initiative to increase the ratio of bottle-to-bottle recycling
Plastic Resource Circulation Act a step towards circular packaging solutions
Table 1 Overview of Packaging Recycling and Recovery in Japan: 2021/2022 and Targets for 2023

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