Higher over the period
Japan Soybean Production per Capita moved from 1.91 Kilogram in 2015 to 2.04 Kilogram in 2024 (+6.8%), an average of +0.7% a year. The series high was 2.10 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 1.66 Kilogram in 2018.
What Japan Soybean Production per Capita shows
Japan Soybean Production per Capita was 2.04 Kilogram in 2024, down 2.7% on 2023. Japan’s soybean production per capita between 2015 and 2024 demonstrates a relatively stable agricultural trend with moderate year-to-year fluctuations, reflecting changes in crop yields, cultivated area, weather conditions, and domestic production capacity.
A 20.6% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2018) is 0.432 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was −16.4% in 2018.
Ranks 15 of 24 countries covered
Among the 24 countries in this dataset, Japan ranks 15 for 2024, behind Argentina (1,055 Kilogram) and Brazil (681.5 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 48.72 Kilogram, so Japan is below it.
Full series
Japan Soybean 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2.04 | −2.7% |
| 2023Peak | 2.10 | +8% |
| 2022 | 1.94 | −1% |
| 2021 | 1.96 | +13.2% |
| 2020 | 1.73 | +0.8% |
| 2019 | 1.72 | +3.3% |
| 2018 Trough | 1.66 | −16.4% |
| 2017 | 1.99 | +6.4% |
| 2016 | 1.87 | −2% |
| 2015 | 1.91 | — |
Regional context
How Japan compares in Asia
Soybean Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Japan is highlighted.
1China14.55
2India10.43
3South Korea3.00
4Turkey2.06
5Japan2.04
6Indonesia0.802
7Vietnam0.457
8Thailand0.228
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends.
The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
About this indicator
Soybean Production per Capita — Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
Soybeans are an important agricultural commodity in Japan, supporting traditional food products, livestock feed, vegetable oil production, and the growing demand for plant-based protein. Based on the available data, soybean production per capita increased slightly from 1.91 kilograms in 2015 to 2.04 kilograms in 2024, indicating modest overall growth despite periods of decline and recovery.
Production per capita declined marginally from 1.91 kilograms in 2015 to 1.87 kilograms in 2016 before increasing to 1.99 kilograms in 2017. However, the indicator fell significantly to 1.66 kilograms in 2018, reflecting weaker production performance and possible challenges related to weather conditions, crop productivity, or changes in harvested area. Production recovered gradually to 1.72 kilograms in 2019 and 1.73 kilograms in 2020, indicating a limited improvement in domestic output.
A stronger recovery occurred in 2021, when soybean production per capita increased to 1.96 kilograms. Production remained relatively stable at 1.94 kilograms in 2022 before rising to 2.10 kilograms in 2023, the highest level recorded during the period. This improvement may have been supported by favourable growing conditions, improved agricultural practices, and continued efforts to strengthen domestic soybean production.
In 2024, soybean production per capita declined slightly to 2.04 kilograms but remained above the 2015 level. The latest value indicates continued stability and resilience in Japan’s domestic soybean sector despite moderate annual variation.
Overall, the dataset highlights the relatively consistent performance and continuing importance of Japan’s soybean production. It is useful for analysing agricultural trends, monitoring per capita output, assessing production performance, supporting market forecasting, and evaluating the influence of climate, productivity, cultivation patterns, and domestic demand on the soybean sector.
- Indicator
- Soybean 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 Soybean Production per Capita?
Soybean production per capita refers to the annual production of soybeans divided by the total population of a country or region, measured in grams per person. The indicator represents the average amount of soybean output available per individual based on domestic agricultural production during a specific year. In Our World in Data, the indicator is presented as a country-level time series, allowing comparisons of soybean production performance across different countries and periods. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data to calculate per capita production values.
What was Japan Soybean Production per Capita in 2024?
Japan Soybean Production per Capita was 2.04 Kilogram in 2024, down 2.7% on 2023.
How has Japan Soybean Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Japan Soybean Production per Capita moved from 1.91 Kilogram in 2015 to 2.04 Kilogram in 2024 (+6.8%), an average of +0.7% a year. The series high was 2.10 Kilogram in 2023 and the low 1.66 Kilogram in 2018.
Which year had the highest and lowest Japan Soybean Production per Capita?
The highest value was 2.10 Kilogram in 2023 and the lowest was 1.66 Kilogram in 2018.
What does the Japan Soybean Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total production of soybeans from agricultural activities, expressed on a per capita basis by dividing production volumes by the corresponding population figures. It covers soybean output used for various purposes, including food products, animal feed, vegetable oil production, and industrial applications. The indicator includes annual production trends across countries and regions, enabling analysis of changes in cultivation, productivity, and agricultural output relative to population size. The dataset supports comparisons of soybean production capacity, regional agricultural performance, and long-term production trends. Excluded: The data excludes soybean imports, exports, consumption, processing volumes, and stock levels. It does not measure individual dietary availability, market supply, or actual soybean usage within a country. The indicator does not account for differences in farming practices, production costs, land use efficiency, or trade dependency. It also does not represent nutritional intake or food security conditions, as it only reflects domestic soybean production relative to population size. Variations may occur due to differences in agricultural reporting methods, estimation procedures, and data availability across countries.
Where does the Japan Soybean 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=Soybeans&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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