Falling to a series low
Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 12.37 Gram in 2015 to 7.65 Gram in 2023 (−38.2%), an average of −5.8% a year. The series high was 13.91 Gram in 2018 and the low 7.65 Gram in 2023.
What Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita shows
Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 7.65 Gram in 2023, down 1.8% on 2022. Japan linseed oil production per capita data from 2015 to 2023 provides insights into the country’s agricultural production trends, linseed oil output patterns, and changes in production levels relative to population size.
A 45% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2023) is 6.27 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −34.8% in 2022.
Ranks 26 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Japan ranks 26 for 2023, behind Belgium (10,681 Gram) and Germany (384.4 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 96.52 Gram, so Japan is below it.
Full series
Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Gram.
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| Year | Gram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Trough | 7.65 | −1.8% |
| 2022 | 7.78 | −34.8% |
| 2021 | 11.94 | +12.9% |
| 2020 | 10.57 | −15.5% |
| 2019 | 12.50 | −10.2% |
| 2018Peak | 13.91 | +10.5% |
| 2017 | 12.59 | +9.9% |
| 2016 | 11.46 | −7.4% |
| 2015 | 12.37 | — |
Regional context
How Japan compares in Asia
Linseed Oil Production per Capita by country, 2023, Gram. Japan is highlighted.
1China224.5
2Turkey135.2
3Israel47.99
4Taiwan26.79
5India20.17
6South Korea9.66
7Japan7.65
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons.
The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
About this indicator
Linseed Oil Production per Capita — Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
This indicator measures annual linseed oil production per person, helping evaluate production intensity, agricultural performance, and the role of linseed-based products within Japan’s food and agricultural sector.
During the period from 2015 to 2023, Japan’s linseed oil production per capita showed variations influenced by factors such as agricultural land availability, flax cultivation levels, crop productivity, processing activities, and market conditions. The changes in yearly production values reflect shifts in domestic output and the overall development of linseed oil production within Japan’s agricultural landscape.
This dataset supports analysis of Japan’s oilseed production activities, vegetable oil supply trends, and the contribution of linseed oil to the broader food and beverage industry. It provides valuable information for researchers, businesses, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders studying production efficiency, resource utilization, and historical developments in the linseed oil sector.
The Japan linseed oil production per capita indicator helps evaluate annual output changes, production trends, and agricultural productivity over time. By examining data from 2015 to 2023, stakeholders can gain insights into fluctuations in production levels, understand factors affecting linseed oil availability, and assess the evolving role of oilseed production within Japan’s economy.
This macro indicator serves as a reference for studying Japan’s linseed oil production trends, per capita output changes, and agricultural sector performance. It supports data-driven research related to food industry planning, supply chain evaluation, sustainability analysis, and comparisons with other Asian and global linseed oil-producing countries.
The data also provides insights into Japan’s position within the regional linseed oil landscape by highlighting historical production changes, agricultural efficiency, and future opportunities. It helps evaluate market trends, production capabilities, and potential developments in the evolving linseed oil industry.
- Indicator
- Linseed Oil Production per Capita
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Retail & Consumer
- Last updated
- August 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
Linseed Oil Production per Capita refers to the annual quantity of linseed oil produced in a country divided by its total population, expressed in grams per person. In the Our World in Data database, this indicator is derived from food production statistics and presents the amount of linseed oil produced on a per capita basis for each country over the selected time period, enabling comparisons of production intensity across countries and years.
What was Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita in 2023?
Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita was 7.65 Gram in 2023, down 1.8% on 2022.
How has Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita moved from 12.37 Gram in 2015 to 7.65 Gram in 2023 (−38.2%), an average of −5.8% a year. The series high was 13.91 Gram in 2018 and the low 7.65 Gram in 2023.
Which year had the highest and lowest Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita?
The highest value was 13.91 Gram in 2018 and the lowest was 7.65 Gram in 2023.
What does the Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes domestic production of linseed oil intended for food use, calculated on a per capita basis using national production volumes and population estimates. It covers annual country-level production data reported in the Our World in Data food dataset (primarily sourced from the UN Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO) and includes historical values for the selected years, allowing analysis of production trends and cross-country comparisons. Excluded: The data excludes imports, exports, domestic consumption, stocks, industrial or non-food uses, trade flows, prices, production value, and processing activities. It does not measure total flaxseed production, cultivation area, crop yield, or the economic value of linseed oil production. The indicator reflects only annual domestic linseed oil production per capita and may be subject to revisions based on updates to the underlying FAO and population datasets.
Where does the Japan Linseed Oil Production per Capita data come from?
The series is sourced from Our World in Data (https://ourworldindata.org/explorers/global-food?tab=table&time=2015..2023&Food=Linseed+oil&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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