Outlook of Domestic Fresh Strawberries This Season 2022/23 in Japan

In Japan, the distribution of domestic strawberries began in November 2022. The shipments start from the eastern part of Japan, and then the production area moves to the western part of Japan. The production volume and price are about the same as in previous years. But according to data from the wholesale market, western production is anticipated to increase due to good weather. Wholesale prices may decrease when shipments from the west (western part of Japan) reach their peak after January 2023.