Lower over the period
Japan Silk Production per capita moved from 0.236 Gram in 2015 to 0.0804 Gram in 2023 (−65.9%), an average of −12.6% a year. The series high was 0.236 Gram in 2016 and the low 0.0796 Gram in 2021.
What Japan Silk Production per capita shows
Japan Silk Production per capita was 0.0804 Gram in 2023, up 0.5% on 2022. Japan’s silk production per capita between 2015 and 2023 demonstrates a long-term declining trend, with periods of relative stability followed by substantial reductions in the later years. Silk production remains connected to Japan’s traditional sericulture heritage and supports specialised textile manufacturing, cultural products, premium fabrics, and niche silk-based industries.
A 66.3% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2021) is 0.156 Gram. The sharpest single-year move was −37.2% in 2021.
Ranks 12 of 18 countries covered
Among the 18 countries in this dataset, Japan ranks 12 for 2023, behind China (35.15 Gram) and India (27.06 Gram). The global figure for 2023 is 11.62 Gram, so Japan is below it.
Full series
Japan Silk 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 | 0.0804 | +0.5% |
| 2022 | 0.0800 | +0.5% |
| 2021 Trough | 0.0796 | −37.2% |
| 2020 | 0.127 | +0.3% |
| 2019 | 0.126 | −19.9% |
| 2018 | 0.158 | +0.1% |
| 2017 | 0.157 | −33.3% |
| 2016Peak | 0.236 | +0.1% |
| 2015 | 0.236 | — |
Regional context
How Japan compares in Asia
Silk Production per capita by country, 2023, Gram. Japan is highlighted.
1China35.15
2India27.06
3Tajikistan16.52
4Vietnam14.43
5Kyrgyzstan6.78
6Thailand4.06
7Iran3.05
10Japan0.0804
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems.
The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
About this indicator
Silk Production per capita — Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
The per-capita indicator measures silk production relative to the population, providing a standardised basis for evaluating changes in production performance and comparing trends across different countries.
The available data shows that Japan’s silk production per capita remained nearly unchanged at 235.71 milligrams in 2015 and 235.92 milligrams in 2016, indicating a stable production level during the early period. Production then declined sharply to 157.40 milligrams in 2017, followed by a marginal increase to 157.59 milligrams in 2018. This reduction marked a significant shift from the higher production levels recorded in the first two years.
The downward trend continued as silk production per capita fell to 126.28 milligrams in 2019 and increased slightly to 126.68 milligrams in 2020. Production declined further to 79.57 milligrams in 2021, before showing modest recoveries to 80.00 milligrams in 2022 and 80.40 milligrams in 2023. Despite the recent improvement, the 2023 value remained approximately 65.9% below the 2015 level, indicating a substantial overall contraction across the period.
Overall, the dataset highlights a significant decline in Japan’s silk production per capita, followed by limited stabilisation during the latest years. It is valuable for analysing long-term sericulture trends, monitoring changes in domestic silk supply, comparing Japan’s performance with other producing countries, and supporting agricultural, textile, market, and production policy assessments.
- Indicator
- Silk Production per capita
- Country
- Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Unit
- Gram
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Agriculture
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- Our World in Data
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Frequently asked questions
What is Japan Silk Production per capita?
Silk Production Per capita refers to the annual quantity of silk produced divided by the total population of a country or region, measured on a per-person basis. This indicator represents the average amount of silk production attributable to each individual within a population during a specific year. The data provides country-level and regional comparisons of silk production intensity and is useful for analysing trends in sericulture, agricultural productivity, and the contribution of silk-related activities to the agricultural sector. The indicator is presented as a time series, allowing analysis of changes in silk production per person over the selected period.
What was Japan Silk Production per capita in 2023?
Japan Silk Production per capita was 0.0804 Gram in 2023, up 0.5% on 2022.
How has Japan Silk Production per capita changed between 2015 and 2023?
Japan Silk Production per capita moved from 0.236 Gram in 2015 to 0.0804 Gram in 2023 (−65.9%), an average of −12.6% a year. The series high was 0.236 Gram in 2016 and the low 0.0796 Gram in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Japan Silk Production per capita?
The highest value was 0.236 Gram in 2016 and the lowest was 0.0796 Gram in 2021.
What does the Japan Silk Production per capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the production of silk derived from sericulture activities, including silk obtained through silkworm farming and related agricultural production processes. The indicator covers annual silk production quantities adjusted according to population size to calculate per capita values. The dataset includes country-wise production estimates and historical trends, enabling comparisons between regions and countries. It reflects changes in silk production capacity, agricultural practices, technological improvements, and the role of silk production within rural economies and traditional agricultural systems. Excluded: The data excludes silk products after processing, such as silk textiles, garments, fabrics, and other manufactured silk-based goods. It does not measure silk consumption, imports, exports, trade values, market prices, or economic contribution from the textile industry. The indicator does not represent individual household production or income generated from silk activities. Differences may occur due to variations in production estimation methods, population estimates, reporting coverage, and data availability across countries. The indicator measures production output per person only and does not capture productivity efficiency, quality differences, or environmental impacts associated with silk production.
Where does the Japan Silk 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&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Silk&Metric=Production&Per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Gram.
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