Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
- Japan Buckwheat market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
- 5 sampled export transactions for Japan are summarized.
- 15 export partner companies and 3 import partner companies are mapped for Buckwheat in Japan.
- Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
- 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
- Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
- Page data last updated on 2026-04-16.
Buckwheat Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in Japan
15 export partner companies are tracked for Buckwheat in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Buckwheat export intelligence in Japan, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 110429.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Buckwheat in Japan
5 sampled Buckwheat transactions in Japan include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Buckwheat sampled transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-01-07: 0.95 USD / kg, 2026-01-07: 0.95 USD / kg, 2025-11-19: 3.25 USD / kg, 2025-11-19: 1.98 USD / kg, 2025-03-19: 10.04 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-07 | BUC****** ********* *** ** *** | 0.95 USD / kg | (Japan) | (United States) | |
| 2026-01-07 | BUC****** ********* *** ** *** | 0.95 USD / kg | (Japan) | (United States) | |
| 2025-11-19 | ROA**** ****** ********* | 3.25 USD / kg | (Japan) | (United States) | |
| 2025-11-19 | ROA**** ****** ********* | 1.98 USD / kg | (Japan) | (United States) | |
| 2025-03-19 | СЕМ*** ******** | 10.04 USD / kg | (Japan) | (Kazakhstan) |
Top Buckwheat Export Suppliers and Companies in Japan
Review leading exporter profiles and benchmark them against 15 total export partner companies tracked for Buckwheat in Japan. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to shortlist sourcing and export partners faster.
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: Farming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Employee Size: 11 - 50 Employees
Sales Revenue: USD 10M - 50M
Industries: Crop ProductionAnimal ProductionFood ManufacturingBeverage ManufacturingFood Packaging
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleFarming / Production / Processing / PackingFood Manufacturing
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food ManufacturingFood Services And Drinking PlacesOthers
Value Chain Roles: Food ManufacturingRetail
(Japan)
Latest Export Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: Distribution / WholesaleTrade
Japan Export Partner Coverage
15 companies
Total export partner company count is a core signal of Japan export network depth for Buckwheat.
Exporters and importers can open Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to assess Buckwheat partner concentration, capacity signals, and trade relevance in Japan.
Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Buckwheat in Japan (HS Code 110429)
Analyze 3 years of Buckwheat export volume and value in Japan to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 246,472 | 251,185 USD |
| 2023 | 23,515 | 162,259 USD |
| 2022 | 17,845 | 176,246 USD |
Top Destination Markets for Buckwheat Exports from Japan (HS Code 110429) in 2024
For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Buckwheat exports from Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 88,657.195 | 68,390.384 USD |
| 2 | Singapore | 59,333.177 | 45,769.763 USD |
| 3 | United States | 34,681.207 | 44,567.382 USD |
| 4 | Vietnam | 38,093.818 | 29,385.668 USD |
| 5 | China | 4,000 | 14,104.856 USD |
Buckwheat Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in Japan: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners
3 import partner companies are tracked for Buckwheat 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 80.0% of the full transaction dataset.
Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Buckwheat in Japan
5 sampled Buckwheat import transactions in Japan provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Buckwheat sampled import transaction unit prices by date in Japan: 2026-02-25: 1.43 USD / kg, 2026-02-19: 0.66 USD / kg, 2026-02-18: 0.66 USD / kg, 2026-02-17: 0.68 USD / kg, 2026-01-29: 0.66 USD / kg.
| Date | Reported Product | Unit Price | Exporter | Importer | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-25 | КРУ** ********** ****** * ****** | 1.43 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-19 | ГРЕ***** | 0.66 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-18 | ГРЕ***** | 0.66 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-02-17 | ГРЕ***** | 0.68 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - | |
| 2026-01-29 | ГРЕ*********** **** ******************* ************** | 0.66 USD / kg | (-) | (-) | - |
Top Buckwheat Buyers, Importers, and Demand Partners in Japan
Review leading buyer profiles and compare them with 3 total import partner companies tracked for Buckwheat 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
Industries: OthersFood Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Recently Import Partner Companies: 1
Industries: Food WholesalersFood Manufacturing
Value Chain Roles: TradeFood ManufacturingDistribution / Wholesale
(Japan)
Latest Import Transaction: 2026-03-16
Industries: Food Wholesalers
Value Chain Roles: TradeDistribution / Wholesale
Japan Import Partner Coverage
3 companies
Import partner company count highlights demand-side visibility for Buckwheat in Japan.
Use Supply Chain Intelligence analytics and company profiles to identify active Buckwheat importers, distributors, and buyer networks in Japan.
Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Buckwheat in Japan (HS Code 110429)
Track 3 years of Buckwheat import volume and value in Japan to assess demand growth and market momentum.
| Year | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34,883,844 | 27,839,769 USD |
| 2023 | 44,102,450 | 46,560,053 USD |
| 2022 | 38,126,204 | 45,443,858 USD |
Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Buckwheat to Japan (HS Code 110429) in 2024
For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Buckwheat to Japan.
| Rank | Country | Volume | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 33,134,859 | 26,204,272.622 USD |
| 2 | Kazakhstan | 1,052,000 | 909,832.59 USD |
| 3 | Russia | 540,000 | 449,016.699 USD |
| 4 | India | 118,417 | 121,202.666 USD |
| 5 | United States | 13,909 | 102,572.364 USD |
Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormDried grain (buckwheat seed)
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Raw Material
Market
Buckwheat (soba) in Japan is a staple grain ingredient used primarily for soba noodles, with strong regional production identities and GI-registered local varieties. Japan produces domestic buckwheat but also imports significant volumes to supply milling and food manufacturing demand. For the 2023 crop year, MAFF reported national buckwheat (dried grain) harvest of 35,600 t, while UN Comtrade-based data for HS 100810 indicates Japan imported about 35,480 t in 2023. Market access and continuity for imports depend heavily on plant quarantine documentation/inspection and Food Sanitation Act import notification compliance.
Market RoleNet importer with significant domestic production (import-dependent consumer market)
Domestic RoleKey domestic food ingredient for soba (buckwheat noodles) and buckwheat flour products
SeasonalityBuckwheat is grown in cooler upland and northern areas; regional harvest timing varies. In Nagano, buckwheat is described as being harvested twice a year (spring and fall), and freshly harvested "new soba" is considered especially valued.
Specification
Primary VarietyFagopyrum esculentum (common buckwheat; soba)
Secondary Variety
- Kitawasesoba (Hokkaido widely grown cultivar)
- Kitamitsuki (Hokkaido cultivar positioned as a successor to Kitawasesoba)
- Hitachi Aki Soba / Hitachiakisoba (Ibaraki recommended variety)
Physical Attributes
- Regional varieties may be valued for aroma/flavor and grain characteristics; GI descriptions include small grain size examples such as Ibuki Soba (typically 4.5 mm or smaller) and Kanuma-Zairai Soba (noted as 3.8–4.2 mm).
- Lot quality for milling commonly depends on cleanliness (low foreign matter), uniformity, and absence of live pests/weed seeds to meet quarantine and buyer requirements.
Compositional Metrics
- Some Japanese breeding and evaluation materials highlight rutin content as a functional component; MAFF/NARO materials describe Kitamitsuki as having higher rutin content than Kitawasesoba.
Supply Chain
Value Chain
- Domestic: harvest → drying/cleaning → aggregation → buckwheat mills (dehulling/milling) → buckwheat flour → soba noodle manufacturing/foodservice distribution
- Imported: origin cleaning/conditioning → ocean freight to Japan → plant quarantine + food import notification processes → importer storage/processing → milling and downstream food manufacturing
Temperature
- Dried buckwheat grain is not cold-chain dependent, but quality preservation relies on dry, cool storage to prevent insect activity and moisture-related quality loss.
Atmosphere Control
- Ventilation and moisture control in storage reduce mold risk and help maintain milling performance and aroma.
Shelf Life
- Aroma and eating-quality perception are sensitive to time since harvest; "new soba" is valued after harvest in regions such as Nagano.
Freight IntensityHigh
Transport ModeSea
Risks
Plant Quarantine HighImport disruption risk is concentrated in Japan’s plant quarantine controls for grains: missing/incorrect phytosanitary certification or detection of quarantine pests/contaminants (including regulated plant materials/weed seeds) can trigger treatment orders, delays, re-export, or disposal, directly blocking timely market entry.Before contracting, verify buckwheat import conditions by origin in MAFF Plant Protection Station guidance/database; require a correct phytosanitary certificate, implement pre-shipment cleaning/sieving, and use pre-loading inspection with an origin-side competent authority where available.
Regulatory Compliance MediumFoods imported for sale/business use require Food Sanitation Act import notification and may be inspected; non-compliance (e.g., documentation gaps or residue standard issues under Japan’s positive list system) can result in non-entry measures such as disposal or return.Use MHLW quarantine station pre-import consultation when importing from a new origin/supplier; maintain residue test documentation aligned to Japan’s MRL/positive-list requirements and ensure notification form consistency with the shipment.
Logistics MediumAs a bulk commodity, buckwheat landed cost and procurement stability in Japan can be sensitive to ocean freight volatility and port congestion, which may tighten supply or compress importer margins.Diversify origins and shipment windows, lock freight where feasible, and maintain safety stock for key milling programs.
Food Safety MediumBuckwheat is a regulated major allergen for packaged processed foods in Japan; downstream processors and private buyers may impose strict allergen control and contamination-prevention requirements, creating compliance and recall risk if cross-contact is not controlled in milling/packing.Implement allergen risk assessment and segregation/clean-down controls in milling/packing; ensure correct allergen labeling for packaged processed products using buckwheat.
Climate MediumDomestic supply volatility risk exists: MAFF notes that high summer temperatures in major areas such as Hokkaido contributed to lower yield per 10a year-on-year in the 2023 crop survey, which can tighten domestic availability and increase import dependence.Use multi-origin procurement and flexible blend specifications; monitor MAFF crop statistics updates and regional weather impacts ahead of contract renewals.
FAQ
What are the two main government controls that typically determine whether imported buckwheat can enter Japan smoothly?Plant quarantine (MAFF Plant Protection Stations) and food import controls under the Food Sanitation Act (MHLW quarantine stations). Plant quarantine focuses on preventing pest entry and generally requires phytosanitary certification and inspection for grains, while the Food Sanitation Act requires import notification for foods intended for sale or business use.
Which origins have supplied Japan’s buckwheat imports in recent UN Comtrade-based data?Recent UN Comtrade-based figures for HS 100810 show Japan importing buckwheat from multiple origins, with the United States, China, and the Russian Federation among the leading suppliers in 2023.
Why do Japanese buyers often emphasize freshness or “new soba” even when buckwheat is a dried grain?In Japan’s soba culture, flavor and aroma are strongly associated with time since harvest; for example, MAFF’s regional cuisine references for Nagano describe buckwheat being harvested seasonally and note that freshly harvested “new soba” is considered especially tasty.
Sources
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