Japanese Exports by Country & Company in 2025 - Tendata

As one of the world's major trading nations, Japan ranked as the fourth-largest exporter globally in 2025, following China, the United States, and Germany. During that year, Japan exported goods valued at US$738.3 billion to international markets.

Compared with export earnings of $708 billion in 2024, this figure represents a 4.3% increase year over year. However, over a longer five-year period from 2021 to 2025, the total value of Japanese exports declined slightly by 2.5%, down from $757.5 billion.

Often referred to as the “Land of the Rising Sun,” Japan remains a leading economic and political force in Asia. In 2025, the United States became the largest destination for Japanese exports, overtaking mainland China after the two countries exchanged positions compared with the previous year.

Looking at global regions, about 59.2% of Japan's exports were shipped to other Asian countries, while 21.7% were delivered to North American markets. European buyers accounted for 12.5% of Japan's overseas shipments.

Smaller portions of exports were sent to Latin America (2.7%), excluding Mexico but including Caribbean economies, Oceania (2.6%)—primarily Australia and New Zealand—and Africa (1.4%).

Japan's Leading Trading Partners

The following list highlights 25 major trading partners that imported the highest value of Japanese goods in 2024, along with their respective share of Japan's total exports.

· United States — $137.2 billion (18.6%)

· China — $125.6 billion (17%)

· Taiwan — $52.9 billion (7.2%)

· South Korea — $46.5 billion (6.3%)

· Hong Kong — $42.9 billion (5.8%)

· Thailand — $28.2 billion (3.8%)

· Singapore — $21.3 billion (2.9%)

· India — $19.2 billion (2.6%)

· Vietnam — $18.9 billion (2.6%)

· Germany — $18.3 billion (2.5%)

· Australia — $14.9 billion (2%)

· Malaysia — $14.1 billion (1.9%)

· United Arab Emirates — $14.1 billion (1.9%)

· United Kingdom — $13 billion (1.8%)

· Indonesia — $12.6 billion (1.7%)

· Netherlands — $12.2 billion (1.7%)

· Mexico — $12.1 billion (1.6%)

· Canada — $11 billion (1.5%)

· Philippines — $10.4 billion (1.4%)

· Switzerland — $7.4 billion (1%)

· Saudi Arabia — $7.1 billion (1%)

· France — $6.8 billion (0.9%)

· Belgium — $6.2 billion (0.8%)

· Panama — $5.4 billion (0.7%)

· Brazil — $4.9 billion (0.7%)

Altogether, approximately 89.8% of Japan's exports in 2025 were directed to these 25 key trade partners.

Among them, the fastest-growing markets for Japanese goods included Switzerland (up 24.3% from 2024), Hong Kong (up 19.2%), Saudi Arabia (up 17.2%), Taiwan (up 16.4%), Panama (up 15.5%), and the United Kingdom (up 14.4%).

In contrast, export demand declined among several partners, including Australia (down 6.6%), the United States (down 3.1%), Indonesia (down 2.9%), Mexico (down 1.9%), and Canada (down 1.6%).

Companies Supporting Japan's Trading Partners

Businesses looking to enter the Japanese export market must first identify reliable suppliers. Platforms such as Tendata provide advanced tools—including keyword searches and HS code filters—that help companies quickly locate verified exporters, analyze purchasing trends, and obtain detailed contact information.

For instance, when examining global demand for automobiles, Tendata can identify the top Japanese suppliers in 2025, including:

1.HONDA MOTOR CO LTD — 9.51% ($55.91M)

2.AUTOCOM JAPAN INC — 3.6% ($21.16M)

3.AA JAPAN PVT LTD — 2.76% ($16.2M)

4.DENSO TEN LIMITED — 2.65% ($15.56M)

5.KOBE MOTOR COMPANY — 2.54% ($14.91M)

6.STERLING JAPAN CO LTD — 2.46% ($14.47M)

7.TOYOTA TSUSHO CORPORATION — 2.43% ($14.29M)

8.SBT CO LTD — 2.34% ($13.73M)

9.CROSS CONTINENT CORPORATION JAPAN — 2.15% ($12.65M)

10.NIPPON CERAMIC CO LTD — 2% ($11.76M)

Whether you are an experienced exporter or new to international trade, analyzing Japanese export data can reveal valuable business opportunities. Companies interested in exploring detailed Japanese export statistics can request a free online demonstration from Tendata.