The fermented foods market in Japan highlights a significant yet underexplored contribution to daily dietary intake. Fermented foods, though making up only 12.6% of overall food consumption, contribute meaningfully to energy intake and essential nutrients. This report examines the consumption patterns of fermented foods in Japan, their nutritional impact, and the growing global consumer interest in fermented products for health benefits. It also assesses how manufacturers are leveraging traditional fermentation processes while introducing modern, clean-label, and plant-based innovations to address evolving dietary trends.
Key Market Findings
Despite fermented foods comprising only 12.6% of total food consumption, they contribute significantly to daily nutrient intake, accounting for 18% of total energy and offering notable levels of sodium (46%), magnesium (22%), and calcium (20%).
The study identifies beer, coffee, bread, and yogurt as the major contributors to fermented food consumption in Japan, indicating that both traditional and modern fermented products are widely accepted in daily diets.
Fermented food intake varies across regions and is closely tied to local dietary habits. The strong consumer preference for functional benefits such as gut health and nutrient absorption is fueling continued interest in diversified fermented product portfolios.
Companies Covered
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd., Danone S.A., Nestlé S.A., Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd., Kirin Holdings Company, Limited, Calpis Co., Ltd. (Asahi), Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd., Meiji Holdings Co., Ltd., GT’s Living Foods, PepsiCo Inc. (Kevita), and emerging players/startups (LIST NOT EXHAUSTIVE).
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Coverage:
Global (Market Zones)
Category:
Functional Foods & Beverages
Last Updated:
Jul 2025
SKU:
58