Sub Product
Derived Products
HS Code
080810
Last Updated
2026-04-16
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Japan Fresh Apple market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Japan are summarized.
- 11 export partner companies and 24 import partner companies are mapped for Fresh Apple in Japan.
- Wholesale sample entries: 5; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 1 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2026.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.
Fresh Apple Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Japan
11 export partner companies are tracked for Fresh Apple in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Fresh Apple export intelligence in Japan, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 080810.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Fresh Apple in Japan
5 sampled Fresh Apple transactions in Japan include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Fresh Apple sampled transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-04-02: 10.84 USD / kg, 2026-01-14: 3.75 USD / kg, 2026-01-14: 3.75 USD / kg, 2026-01-05: 5.94 USD / kg, 2025-12-31: 2.18 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-02 | [청주* *** *** ********* ******** ** | 10.84 USD / kg | (Japan) | (South Korea) | |
| 2026-01-14 | APP** ******* ***** ******** | 3.75 USD / kg | (Japan) | (Philippines) | |
| 2026-01-14 | APP** ******* ***** ******** | 3.75 USD / kg | (Japan) | (Philippines) | |
| 2026-01-05 | App*** ******** ***** ***** ****** ****** ************** *** *************** **** ** **** **** ***** *** | 5.94 USD / kg | (Japan) | (Vietnam) | |
| 2025-12-31 | R44*********************** ***** **** **** *** *** ****** *** ********** | 2.18 USD / kg | (Japan) | (Vietnam) |
Top Fresh Apple Export Suppliers and Companies in Japan
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 11 total export partner companies tracked for Fresh Apple in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: Over 1000 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD Over 1B
Industries: Freight Forwarding And IntermodalOthers
Value Chain Roles: LogisticsDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Shipping And Water TransportOthers
Value Chain Roles: OthersLogistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Industries: Shipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Shipping And Water Transport
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Others
Value Chain Roles: Logistics
Japan Export Partner Coverage
11 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Japan export network depth for Fresh Apple.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Fresh Apple partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Japan.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Fresh Apple in Japan (HS Code 080810)
Analyze 3 years of Fresh Apple export volume and value in Japan to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34,110,117 | 133,027,292 USD |
| 2023 | 33,432,720 | 118,931,148 USD |
| 2022 | 37,576,453 | 142,230,341 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Fresh Apple Exports from Japan (HS Code 080810) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Fresh Apple exports from Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 6,774,027 | 24,076,751.614 USD |
| 2 | Thailand | 696,403 | 2,489,431.136 USD |
| 3 | Vietnam | 219,404 | 1,253,092.597 USD |
| 4 | Singapore | 262,162 | 1,084,409.088 USD |
| 5 | Philippines | 65,339 | 298,752.084 USD |
Fresh Apple Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Japan: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
24 import partner companies are tracked for Fresh Apple in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Fresh Apple in Japan
5 sampled Fresh Apple import transactions in Japan provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Fresh Apple sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-01-29: 3.00 USD / kg, 2026-01-14: 2.90 USD / kg, 2025-10-21: 3.00 USD / kg, 2025-09-24: 2.43 USD / kg, 2025-09-10: 2.55 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-29 | FRE** ****** ******** | 3.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-01-14 | Fre** ************** | 2.90 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-10-21 | FRE** ****** ******** | 3.00 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-09-24 | App**** ****** *** ***** ************ | 2.43 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2025-09-10 | MAN***** | 2.55 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Fresh Apple Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Japan
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 24 total import partner companies tracked for Fresh Apple in Japan. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to evaluate demand-side partner fit.
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 51 - 100 Employees
Industries: Food PackagingFood WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Online Retail And Fulfillment
Value Chain Roles: Others
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Crop ProductionFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood ManufacturingTrade
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Services And Drinking PlacesCrop ProductionFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingFarming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 101 - 500 Employees
Industries: Food ManufacturingBrokers And Trade AgenciesFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFood Manufacturing
Japan Import Partner Coverage
24 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Fresh Apple in Japan.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Fresh Apple importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Japan.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Fresh Apple in Japan (HS Code 080810)
Track 3 years of Fresh Apple import volume and value in Japan to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8,059,879 | 17,468,742 USD |
| 2023 | 4,643,411 | 10,043,364 USD |
| 2022 | 5,293,610 | 10,750,418 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Fresh Apple to Japan (HS Code 080810) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 1 origin supplier countries supplying Fresh Apple to Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Zealand | 8,059,879 | 17,468,742.122 USD |
Fresh Apple Wholesale Supplier Price Trends in Japan
Track Fresh Apple wholesale supplier price benchmarks and recent export price updates in Japan.
Historical Fresh Apple Wholesale Supplier Prices in Japan (USD/kg)
Yearly average, lower, and upper Fresh Apple wholesale prices with YoY changes provide benchmark data for supplier pricing and export competitiveness in Japan.
Fresh Apple yearly average wholesale prices in Japan: 2020: 2.83 USD / kg, 2021: 2.48 USD / kg, 2022: 2.88 USD / kg, 2023: 2.93 USD / kg, 2024: 3.32 USD / kg, 2025: 3.49 USD / kg, 2026: 3.08 USD / kg.
| Year | Average Unit Price | Lower Unit Price | Upper Unit Price | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2.83 USD / kg | 1.65 USD / kg | 4.30 USD / kg | - |
| 2021 | 2.48 USD / kg | 1.29 USD / kg | 4.44 USD / kg | - |
| 2022 | 2.88 USD / kg | 1.15 USD / kg | 4.65 USD / kg | - |
| 2023 | 2.93 USD / kg | 1.14 USD / kg | 5.70 USD / kg | - |
| 2024 | 3.32 USD / kg | 1.14 USD / kg | 5.64 USD / kg | - |
| 2025 | 3.49 USD / kg | 1.15 USD / kg | 5.89 USD / kg | - |
| 2026 | 3.08 USD / kg | 1.15 USD / kg | 5.12 USD / kg | - |
Latest Fresh Apple Wholesale Export Price Updates in Japan
Use the latest 5 updates to check current Fresh Apple wholesale export price points and origin-level changes in Japan.
Fresh Apple latest wholesale updates by date in Japan: 2026-04-01: 40.87 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 27.41 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 27.07 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 37.21 USD / kg, 2026-04-01: 27.33 USD / kg.
| Date | Entry Name | Unit Price (USD) | Origin Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-01 | りんご * *** *** ***** ** | 40.87 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-04-01 | りんご * *** *** ***** ** | 27.41 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-04-01 | りんご * *** *** ***** ** | 27.07 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-04-01 | りんご * *** *** ***** ** | 37.21 USD / kg | - | |
| 2026-04-01 | りんご * *** *** ***** ** | 27.33 USD / kg | - |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormFresh
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Fresh apples are a well-established temperate fruit crop in Japan, with production concentrated in northern and highland prefectures and strong domestic retail and gift-fruit demand. Japan is primarily a domestic consumption market for apples, while also supplying niche premium exports to nearby Asian markets. Supply is highly seasonal at harvest but supported by cold and controlled-atmosphere storage that extends availability well beyond peak months. Weather shocks (typhoons, late frosts, heat) can materially affect annual yield and cosmetic quality, which are important in Japan’s premium segments.
Market RoleMajor producer and domestic consumption market; niche premium exporter
Domestic RoleMainstream household fruit with a significant premium gifting segment
Market GrowthMixed (recent-to-medium-term)premium demand resilience alongside production-side pressures
SeasonalityHarvest is concentrated from late summer to autumn depending on variety and region; cold and controlled-atmosphere storage extends marketing into winter and spring, enabling near year-round retail availability.
Specification
Primary VarietyFuji
Secondary Variety
- Tsugaru
- Jonagold
- Orin
Physical Attributes
- Uniform color development appropriate to variety and grade
- Freedom from bruising, russeting beyond tolerance, and visible defects important for premium retail
- Size and shape uniformity emphasized for gift and high-grade retail packs
Compositional Metrics
- Sweetness and eating quality (often assessed via soluble solids/Brix by buyers) influence premium acceptance
Grades
- Tight cosmetic and size tolerances for premium retail and gift programs (program- and buyer-specific grading)
Packaging
- Cartons with internal trays or dividers for bulk distribution
- Individual foam nets and premium gift boxes used in high-end retail channels
- Lot/date coding and origin statements commonly used to support traceability and branding
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Orchard harvest → collection/aggregation → washing/sorting/grading → packing → cold storage (incl. controlled atmosphere for longer storage) → wholesale market and retailer distribution → retail/gift channels
Temperature
- Refrigerated handling and near-freezing storage are used to preserve firmness and slow ripening during extended marketing
- Cold-chain breaks increase bruising risk and shorten remaining shelf life
Atmosphere Control
- Controlled-atmosphere storage is used for longer-term holding to extend seasonal supply and stabilize quality
Shelf Life
- Apples have comparatively long storage potential versus many fresh fruits, but shelf life depends on variety, harvest maturity, and storage conditions
- Premium cosmetic quality can degrade from handling abrasion and condensation during distribution transitions
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Climate HighTyphoons, late spring frosts, hail, and heat events can sharply reduce Japan’s annual apple yield and/or downgrade fruit cosmetic quality, disrupting premium retail and export programs that depend on appearance and firmness.Diversify sourcing across prefectures and varieties, contract storage-backed programs, and use orchard risk controls (hail netting where feasible, frost protection practices, and robust post-harvest grading to separate premium/export lots).
Regulatory Compliance MediumNon-compliance with Japan’s plant quarantine conditions or pesticide residue requirements can lead to inspection delays, treatment orders, rejection, or loss of buyer approval.Align origin-specific phytosanitary protocols with the importer’s checklist and maintain residue-management documentation with pre-shipment testing where commercially justified.
Phytosanitary MediumQuarantine pests and diseases relevant to apples can trigger tightened import measures or heightened inspection intensity, increasing clearance risk and cost.Use NPPO-to-NPPO recognized export programs when available (orchard/packhouse registration, treatment protocols) and maintain strong pest monitoring and sanitation controls.
Logistics MediumReefer capacity tightness, freight-rate spikes, and cold-chain disruptions can increase landed costs and cause quality deterioration (bruising/softening), especially for longer sea routes.Book reefer capacity early in peak seasons, use validated temperature monitoring, and optimize packaging to reduce mechanical damage during handling and transit.
Sustainability
- Pesticide stewardship and residue compliance expectations in premium retail programs
- Climate adaptation in orchards (hail/typhoon damage prevention, heat and frost management)
Labor & Social
- Aging producer demographics and seasonal labor constraints in orchard operations
- Worker safety risks in orchard work (ladders, machinery, pesticide handling) requiring structured safety practices
Standards
- JGAP / ASIAGAP
- GLOBALG.A.P. (where required by export or buyer programs)
FAQ
Is Japan mainly an importer or a producer for fresh apples?Japan is primarily a producer and domestic consumption market for fresh apples, with limited premium exports; this record frames market positioning around domestic production regions and storage-enabled distribution.
When is the main harvest season for Japanese apples?The main harvest is concentrated from late summer through autumn depending on variety and region, with major producing areas such as Aomori typically peaking in October–November; storage extends availability well beyond harvest.
What are commonly required documents to clear fresh apples into Japan?A phytosanitary certificate (for plant quarantine purposes), standard shipping documents (invoice, packing list, bill of lading/air waybill), and a customs import declaration are commonly required; a certificate of origin may be needed if claiming preferential tariffs.
Sources
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