x
Black Bar Banner 1
x

Welcome to Markethive

Japan Online Grocery Market Size, Growth Opportunities, and Future Outlook 2025-2033

Posted by Jackleen on September 02, 2025 - 8:42am

Japan Online Grocery Market Overview

Market Statistics

Base Year: 2024

Historical Years: 2019-2024

Forecast Years: 2025-2033

Market Size in 2024: USD 40.4 Billion

Market Forecast in 2033: USD 271.9 Billion

Market Growth Rate: 23.6% (2025-2033)

According to the latest report by IMARC Group, the Japanese online grocery market size reached USD 40.4 billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 271.9 billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 23.6% during 2025-2033. 

Download a Sample PDF of This Report: https://www.imarcgroup.com/japan-online-grocery-market/requestsample

Japan Online Grocery Market Trends and Drivers:

In the past few years, there has been a lot of activity in the Japanese online Grocery Market as a result of the growing use of digital shopping platforms by consumers. There has been a steady rise in online fresh produce, packaged food, and daily needs online orders in the market. The increasing internet penetration, combined with the desire to have an easy time shopping, has prompted customers to consider the possibility of online shopping more often. Apps and specifically created e-commerce sites have taken center stage in making transactions smooth, with consumers being able to shop, order, and pay for their groceries comfortably from the comfort of their homes. The use of delivery services, subscription models, and scheduled orders has become more prevalent as consumers change their shopping patterns and habits. Growing health and hygiene awareness has also become a factor in the online grocery demand, with online shoppers seeking a reliable supply of safe and fresh goods.

Retailers in Japan are increasing their presence on the internet to ensure they capture a bigger market as it grows. Alliances with logistics companies and implementing state-of-the-art technology to manage inventory availability, order tracking, and customer communication have helped the company grow in the market. It is using seasonal promotions, discounts, and loyalty programs to help attract and keep online shoppers. Moreover, the availability of doorstep delivery and the opportunity to make flexible payments have also led to the overall development of the market. The market is also constantly changing as new service models are introduced and the established retailer and new players invest more, which also shapes the trends in the Japanese online grocery market. One can also observe a significant rise in the use of same-day delivery services and click-and-collect, which makes online grocery shopping more affordable and available to a broader audience. Consumer choice and purchasing behavior are being further widened by the variety of product lines and international and specialty foods that are available.

Japan Online Grocery Market Segmentation:

The market report offers a comprehensive analysis of the segments, highlighting those with the largest Japan Online Grocery Market share. It includes forecasts for the period 2025-2033 and historical data from 2019-2024 for the following segments.

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Product Type Insights:

  • Vegetables and Fruits
  • Dairy Products
  • Staples and Cooking Essentials
  • Snacks
  • Meat and Seafood
  • Others

Business Model Insights:

  • Pure Marketplace
  • Hybrid Marketplace
  • Others

Platform Insights:

  • Web-Based
  • App-Based

Purchase Type Insights:

  • One-Time
  • Subscription

Regional Insights:

  • Kanto Region
  • Kansai/Kinki Region
  • Central/ Chubu Region
  • Kyushu-Okinawa Region
  • Tohoku Region
  • Chugoku Region
  • Hokkaido Region
  • Shikoku Region

Competitive Landscape:

The report offers an in-depth examination of the competitive landscape. It includes a thorough competitive analysis encompassing market structure, key player positioning, leading strategies for success, a competitive dashboard, and a company evaluation quadrant. Additionally, the report features detailed profiles of all major companies in the Japanese online grocery industry.

Key highlights of the Report:

  • Market Performance (2019-2024)
  • Market Outlook (2025-2033)
  • COVID-19 Impact on the Market
  • Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
  • Strategic Recommendations
  • Historical, Current, and Future Market Trends
  • Market Drivers and Success Factors
  • SWOT Analysis
  • Structure of the Market
  • Value Chain Analysis
  • Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape

Note: If you need specific information that is not currently within the scope of the report, we can provide it to you as part of the customization.

About Us:

IMARC Group is a global management consulting firm that helps the world’s most ambitious changemakers to create a lasting impact. The company provides a comprehensive suite of market entry and expansion services. IMARC offerings include thorough market assessment, feasibility studies, company incorporation assistance, factory setup support, regulatory approvals and licensing navigation, branding, marketing and sales strategies, competitive landscape and benchmarking analyses, pricing and cost research, and procurement research.

Contact:

Street: 563-13 Kamien
Area: Iwata
Country: Tokyo, Japan
Postal Code: 4380111
Email: sales@imarcgroup.com