Pet Care Market in Japan

Market Size, Share & Forecasts

Projected incremental growth in the Japan pet care market is set at USD 0.8 billion, reflecting a CAGR of nearly 2.4% over the forecast period from 2025 to 2030. In Japan, the pet care market is driven by a well-established pet culture, with a focus on high-quality, specialized products. The aging population is a significant factor, with many older adults adopting pets for companionship and seeking products that support the health and longevity of their pets. There is also a strong demand for pet food tailored to specific health needs, such as senior pet food or hypoallergenic options. Additionally, the rise of technology in pet care is influencing the market, with products like automated feeders and pet activity trackers gaining popularity.

This report offers a detailed examination of the Japan pet care market, leveraging historical data from 2020 to 2024 and projecting trends through 2030. It evaluates market size, growth trajectories, and key drivers of change, providing a nuanced view of the industry’s development. Through a structured analysis of product type, pet type and distribution channel, the report identifies strategic opportunities and challenges, supporting data-driven decision-making.


Market Segmentation


The Japan pet care market is categorized into the following segments:
Product type: pet food (cat food, bird food, dog food, fish food, small mammal and reptile food), pet products (accessories, cat litter, pet grooming products, pet healthcare, others)
Pet type: cat, dog, bird, fish, others
Distribution channel: convenience stores, e-commerce, home product stores, hypermarkets, pet stores, supermarkets, veterinary clinics, others

The Japan pet care market is segmented by product type, pet type and distribution channel. By product type, the market features pet food (cat food, bird food, dog food, fish food, small mammal and reptile food), and pet products (accessories, cat litter, pet grooming products, pet healthcare, others). Pet type segments are divided into cat, dog, bird, fish, and others. Distribution channel segmentation comprises convenience stores, e-commerce, home product stores, hypermarkets, pet stores, supermarkets, veterinary clinics, and others.


Competitive Landscape


The report profiles major companies, including Colgate-Palmolive Company, dbf inc., DoggyMan H.A. Co. Ltd., GENDAI Pharmaceutical Co Ltd., INABA PETFOOD Co. Ltd., Iris Ohyama Co. Ltd., Kamihata Fish Industries Ltd., Kao Corporation, Kyoritsu Seiyaku Corporation, Lion Corporation, Mars Incorporated, Maruha Nichiro Corporation, Marukan Co. Ltd., Morinaga Milk Industry Co. Ltd., Nestle S.A., Nippon Pet Food Co. Ltd., PETLINE Co. Ltd., Smack Pet Food Inc., Unicharm Corporation, Yamahisa & Co. Ltd. Pet Supplies Div. (Petio) and Yeaster Co Ltd.

This comprehensive report analyzes the performance of leading companies in the pet care sector from 2020 to 2024. The findings highlight shifts in market share, revealing both established market leaders and emerging competitors.


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Table of Contents


TABLE OF CONTENTS
Key Findings
Market Segmentation
Market Overview
Japan Pet Care Market – Product Type Analysis
Japan Pet Care Market – Pet Type Analysis
Japan Pet Care Market – Distribution Channel Analysis
Key Players and Market Share
Colgate-Palmolive Company
dbf inc.
DoggyMan H.A. Co., Ltd.
GENDAI Pharmaceutical Co, Ltd.
INABA PETFOOD Co., Ltd.
Iris Ohyama Co., Ltd.
Kamihata Fish Industries Ltd.
Kao Corporation
Kyoritsu Seiyaku Corporation

Macroeconomic Data and Forecast
Research Methodology
Disclaimer

FIGURES AND TABLES
Table Japan Pet Care Market 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market, Net Growth, 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market, Growth Rates, 2020-2030
Table Japan Pet Care Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market by Product Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market by Product Type, 2020-2030
Table Japan Pet Care Market by Pet Type, 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market by Pet Type, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market by Pet Type, 2020-2030
Table Japan Pet Care Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market by Distribution Channel, CAGR Historic and Forecast, 2020-2030
Chart Japan Pet Care Market by Distribution Channel, 2020-2030
Table Japan – Population (Millions) and Forecast
Table Japan – Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Forecast
Table Japan – Gross Domestic Product and Forecast
Table Japan Pet Care Market: Spend as a Proportion of GDP (%)
Table Japan Pet Care Market: Consumption per Capita (Population)


Companies Mentioned


Colgate-Palmolive Company
dbf inc.
DoggyMan H.A. Co., Ltd.
GENDAI Pharmaceutical Co, Ltd.
INABA PETFOOD Co., Ltd.
Iris Ohyama Co., Ltd.
Kamihata Fish Industries Ltd.
Kao Corporation
Kyoritsu Seiyaku Corporation
Lion Corporation
Mars, Incorporated
Maruha Nichiro Corporation
Marukan Co., Ltd.
Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd.
Nestle S.A.
Nippon Pet Food Co., Ltd.
PETLINE Co., Ltd.
Smack Pet Food Inc.
Unicharm Corporation
Yamahisa & Co., Ltd. Pet Supplies Div. (Petio)
Yeaster Co Ltd


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Published Date

2025

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