Lower over the period
Japan Apple Production moved from 811.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 658.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−18.9%), an average of −2.3% a year. The series high was 811.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 604 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
What Japan Apple Production shows
Japan Apple Production was 658.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 9% on 2023. Apple production in Japan is an important agricultural indicator that reflects the country’s performance in the fruit sector, agricultural productivity, and food supply stability. The data measures apple production in thousand tonnes from 2015 to 2024, highlighting changes in output due to factors such as weather conditions, climate variability, farming practices, and agricultural challenges.
A 25.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2015) and low (2023) is 207.5 Thousand Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −18.1% in 2023.
Ranks 19 of 33 countries covered
Among the 33 countries in this dataset, Japan ranks 19 for 2024, behind China (51,285 Thousand Tonnes) and U.S. (4,923 Thousand Tonnes). It accounts for 0.7% of the global total in 2024.
Full series
Japan Apple Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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| Year | Thousand Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 658.4 | +9% |
| 2023 Trough | 604 | −18.1% |
| 2022 | 737.1 | +11.4% |
| 2021 | 661.9 | −13.3% |
| 2020 | 763.3 | +8.8% |
| 2019 | 701.6 | −7.2% |
| 2018 | 756.1 | +2.8% |
| 2017 | 735.2 | −3.9% |
| 2016 | 765 | −5.7% |
| 2015Peak | 811.5 | — |
Regional context
How Japan compares in Asia
Apple Production by country, 2024, Thousand Tonnes. Japan is highlighted.
1China51,285
2Turkey4,420
3India2,626
4Iran2,347
5Uzbekistan1,482
6Pakistan854.4
7Japan658.4
8South Korea460.1
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable.
The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
About this indicator
Apple Production — Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
During the period, Japan’s apple production showed a generally stable but slightly declining trend with considerable year-to-year fluctuations. Production began at 811.5 thousand tonnes in 2015, representing a strong output level. However, production declined in the following years, reaching 765 thousand tonnes in 2016 and 735.2 thousand tonnes in 2017, indicating the impact of changing climatic conditions and seasonal variations on crop yields.
Between 2018 and 2020, production experienced moderate recovery and fluctuations, increasing to 756.1 thousand tonnes in 2018 and rising again to 763.3 thousand tonnes in 2020 after a decline in 2019. These changes suggest short-term variations rather than a major improvement in the overall production trend. In 2021, output dropped significantly to 661.9 thousand tonnes, marking the lowest level during the period, likely due to unfavorable weather conditions and increasing challenges faced by agricultural producers.
Production recovered slightly in 2022 to 737.1 thousand tonnes but declined again to 604 thousand tonnes in 2023. By 2024, apple production improved to approximately 658.4 thousand tonnes, although it remained below the levels recorded in the earlier years.
Overall, Japan’s apple production reflects a gradual declining trend with fluctuations caused by environmental and structural factors. As a macro agricultural indicator, it highlights challenges related to climate change, an aging farming workforce, and long-term agricultural sustainability. Monitoring this indicator provides valuable insights into Japan’s food supply resilience, rural economic activity, and the overall health of its agricultural sector.
- Indicator
- Apple Production
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Thousand Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2024, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Japan Apple Production?
Apple production refers to the annual production output of apples, measured in tonnes or metric tons. The indicator presents country-level apple production statistics and time series, with values reported for each year in the selected period. It represents the quantity of apples harvested within a country under the relevant agricultural crop classification. Statistics are compiled from international agricultural databases and national agricultural reporting systems, including sources such as the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and official country data where available. The figures represent total apple production within the selected country and may include different apple varieties classified under the overall apple crop category.
What was Japan Apple Production in 2024?
Japan Apple Production was 658.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024, up 9% on 2023.
How has Japan Apple Production changed between 2015 and 2024?
Japan Apple Production moved from 811.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 to 658.4 Thousand Tonnes in 2024 (−18.9%), an average of −2.3% a year. The series high was 811.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the low 604 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Japan Apple Production?
The highest value was 811.5 Thousand Tonnes in 2015 and the lowest was 604 Thousand Tonnes in 2023.
What does the Japan Apple Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes harvested apple production from agricultural activities for commercial and farming purposes. It covers apples produced within the selected country and includes all apple varieties reported under the apple crop classification. The statistics account for annual harvested output and provide country-level production estimates across the selected time period. Data may incorporate official national reporting, agricultural surveys, and international estimates where direct reporting is unavailable. Excluded: The data excludes production of other fruits, nuts, and crops outside the apple category. It does not measure apple exports, imports, domestic consumption, processing volumes, storage quantities, market prices, or economic value. Differences may occur between sources due to variations in data collection methods, estimation techniques, reporting practices, harvested area assessments, yield calculations, and seasonal adjustments.
Where does the Japan Apple Production data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&Food=Apples&Metric=Production&Per+capita=false&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Thousand Tonnes.
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