Rising to a series high
Japan Mushroom Production per Capita moved from 3.54 Kilogram in 2015 to 4.00 Kilogram in 2024 (+13.1%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 4.00 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 3.54 Kilogram in 2015.
What Japan Mushroom Production per Capita shows
Japan Mushroom Production per Capita was 4.00 Kilogram in 2024, up 1.9% on 2023. Japan’s mushroom production per capita showed a steady and gradual increase between 2015 and 2024, reflecting stable growth in domestic mushroom cultivation and continued demand for mushroom-based agricultural products. In 2015, Japan recorded mushroom production of 3.54 kg per capita, which increased slightly to 3.62 kg per capita in 2016.
A 11.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2024) and low (2015) is 0.463 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +6.4% in 2023.
Ranks 6 of 32 countries covered
Among the 32 countries in this dataset, Japan ranks 6 for 2024, behind China (34.25 Kilogram) and Ireland (13.35 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 6.32 Kilogram, so Japan is below it.
Full series
Japan Mushroom Production per Capita by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Kilogram.
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| Year | Kilogram | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024Peak | 4.00 | +1.9% |
| 2023 | 3.92 | +6.4% |
| 2022 | 3.69 | +0.3% |
| 2021 | 3.68 | +0.5% |
| 2020 | 3.66 | +1.6% |
| 2019 | 3.60 | −2.2% |
| 2018 | 3.68 | +1.9% |
| 2017 | 3.61 | −0.1% |
| 2016 | 3.62 | +2.3% |
| 2015 Trough | 3.54 | — |
Regional context
How Japan compares in Asia
Mushroom Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Japan is highlighted.
1China34.25
2Japan4.00
3Israel1.81
4South Korea0.453
5Taiwan0.314
6Vietnam0.257
7India0.239
8Indonesia0.172
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Mushroom Production per Capita — Mushroom production per capita refers to the annual quantity of mushrooms produced within a country, measured on a per person basis. The indicator is expressed in grams per capita (or kilograms per capita where applicable) and represents the average mushroom production volume relative to the country’s population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is based on FAOSTAT agricultural production data and is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of mushroom production trends across countries and years between 2015 and 2024.
The data includes the annual production of mushrooms reported under FAOSTAT agricultural production statistics, covering cultivated mushroom output measured by weight. The indicator includes country-level mushroom production values adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita production. The dataset captures changes in agricultural production capacity, cultivation practices, and output trends over time. It supports analysis of mushroom industry development, agricultural productivity, food supply trends, and comparisons between different countries and regions.
The data excludes mushroom consumption, imports, exports, and trade-related activities, as it measures only domestic production. It does not represent individual consumption levels, market availability, retail sales, or nutritional intake. The indicator does not include wild mushroom collection unless recorded within official agricultural production statistics. It also does not measure production value, revenue, cultivation costs, or farm-level productivity. Differences may occur due to variations in national reporting methods, estimation procedures, and statistical coverage used by FAOSTAT.
About this indicator
Mushroom Production per Capita — Mushroom production per capita refers to the annual quantity of mushrooms produced within a country, measured on a per person basis. The indicator is expressed in grams per capita (or kilograms per capita where applicable) and represents the average mushroom production volume relative to the country’s population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is based on FAOSTAT agricultural production data and is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of mushroom production trends across countries and years between 2015 and 2024.
Production remained almost stable in 2017 at 3.61 kg per capita, indicating consistent output levels within the mushroom cultivation sector.
Between 2018 and 2020, Japan’s mushroom production per capita continued to show minor fluctuations while maintaining an overall stable trend. Production increased to 3.68 kg per capita in 2018, followed by a slight decline to 3.60 kg per capita in 2019 before recovering to 3.66 kg per capita in 2020. This stability reflects Japan’s well-developed mushroom farming systems, advanced cultivation technologies, and established domestic production networks.
From 2021 onwards, Japan experienced moderate growth in mushroom production per capita. Production increased to 3.68 kg per capita in 2021 and further to 3.69 kg per capita in 2022. The growth accelerated in 2023, when production reached 3.92 kg per capita, followed by the highest value of the period at 4.00 kg per capita in 2024.
Overall, Japan’s mushroom production per capita increased by approximately 13% between 2015 and 2024, demonstrating a gradual expansion of the sector. Unlike countries experiencing rapid production changes, Japan’s mushroom industry followed a stable growth pattern supported by efficient cultivation practices, technological innovation, and strong domestic consumption. The consistent increase in recent years highlights the resilience of Japan’s mushroom production sector and its continued importance within the country’s agricultural landscape.
- Indicator
- Mushroom Production per Capita
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Kilogram
- 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 Mushroom Production per Capita?
Mushroom production per capita refers to the annual quantity of mushrooms produced within a country, measured on a per person basis. The indicator is expressed in grams per capita (or kilograms per capita where applicable) and represents the average mushroom production volume relative to the country’s population size. In Our World in Data, the indicator is based on FAOSTAT agricultural production data and is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparison of mushroom production trends across countries and years between 2015 and 2024.
What was Japan Mushroom Production per Capita in 2024?
Japan Mushroom Production per Capita was 4.00 Kilogram in 2024, up 1.9% on 2023.
How has Japan Mushroom Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Japan Mushroom Production per Capita moved from 3.54 Kilogram in 2015 to 4.00 Kilogram in 2024 (+13.1%), an average of +1.4% a year. The series high was 4.00 Kilogram in 2024 and the low 3.54 Kilogram in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Japan Mushroom Production per Capita?
The highest value was 4.00 Kilogram in 2024 and the lowest was 3.54 Kilogram in 2015.
What does the Japan Mushroom Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the annual production of mushrooms reported under FAOSTAT agricultural production statistics, covering cultivated mushroom output measured by weight. The indicator includes country-level mushroom production values adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita production. The dataset captures changes in agricultural production capacity, cultivation practices, and output trends over time. It supports analysis of mushroom industry development, agricultural productivity, food supply trends, and comparisons between different countries and regions. Excluded: The data excludes mushroom consumption, imports, exports, and trade-related activities, as it measures only domestic production. It does not represent individual consumption levels, market availability, retail sales, or nutritional intake. The indicator does not include wild mushroom collection unless recorded within official agricultural production statistics. It also does not measure production value, revenue, cultivation costs, or farm-level productivity. Differences may occur due to variations in national reporting methods, estimation procedures, and statistical coverage used by FAOSTAT.
Where does the Japan Mushroom 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..2024&Food=Mushrooms&Metric=Production&per+capita=true&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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