Lower over the period
Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 9.90 Kilogram in 2015 to 9.35 Kilogram in 2024 (−5.5%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 12.38 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 9.27 Kilogram in 2019.
What Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita shows
Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita was 9.35 Kilogram in 2024, down 1.6% on 2023. Japan’s sugarcane production per capita remained relatively low but stable between 2015 and 2024, reflecting the country’s limited cultivation area, geographic constraints, and concentration of sugarcane farming in specific regions such as Okinawa and parts of Kagoshima.
A 25.1% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2016) and low (2019) is 3.11 Kilogram. The sharpest single-year move was +25% in 2016.
Ranks 24 of 26 countries covered
Among the 26 countries in this dataset, Japan ranks 24 for 2024, behind Eswatini (4,453 Kilogram) and Belize (4,003 Kilogram). The global figure for 2024 is 237.7 Kilogram, so Japan is below it.
Full series
Japan Sugarcane 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 | 9.35 | −1.6% |
| 2023 | 9.50 | −6.6% |
| 2022 | 10.18 | −5.9% |
| 2021 | 10.81 | +2.2% |
| 2020 | 10.58 | +14.2% |
| 2019 Trough | 9.27 | −1.7% |
| 2018 | 9.42 | −7.7% |
| 2017 | 10.21 | −17.5% |
| 2016Peak | 12.38 | +25% |
| 2015 | 9.90 | — |
Regional context
How Japan compares in Asia
Sugarcane Production per Capita by country, 2024, Kilogram. Japan is highlighted.
1Thailand1,150
2India312.3
3Philippines161.4
4Vietnam117.3
5Indonesia112.9
6China71.93
7Taiwan20.44
8Japan9.35
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements.
The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
About this indicator
Sugarcane Production per Capita — Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
Sugarcane plays a specialized role within Japan’s agricultural sector, primarily supporting domestic sugar production and regional farming communities. According to the dataset, Japan’s sugarcane production per capita decreased slightly from 9.90 units in 2015 to 9.35 units in 2024, indicating overall stability with moderate annual fluctuations.
During the initial period from 2015 to 2017, production showed variation, increasing from 9.90 units in 2015 to 12.38 units in 2016 before declining to 10.21 units in 2017. The temporary increase in 2016 reflected improved harvest conditions and favorable production performance, while the subsequent decline indicated the impact of seasonal agricultural variations and changing crop productivity. From 2018 to 2020, production remained comparatively steady, decreasing from 9.42 units in 2018 to 9.27 units in 2019 before recovering to 10.58 units in 2020.
A moderate improvement continued in 2021, when sugarcane production per capita reached 10.81 units, representing the highest level recorded after 2016. This recovery was supported by improved cultivation conditions and stable regional production activity. However, production declined again in the following years, falling to 10.18 units in 2022, 9.50 units in 2023, and 9.35 units in 2024. These fluctuations highlight the sensitivity of Japan’s sugarcane sector to weather conditions, aging agricultural workforce challenges, and limited expansion opportunities.
Overall, Japan’s sugarcane production per capita demonstrates a stable yet constrained production pattern. While sugarcane is not a major agricultural commodity nationally, it remains important for regional economies and domestic sugar supply. The indicator provides valuable insights into agricultural productivity, regional crop specialization, sustainability challenges, and long-term performance trends within Japan’s limited sugarcane cultivation sector.
- Indicator
- Sugarcane 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 Sugarcane Production per Capita?
Sugarcane production per capita refers to the annual quantity of sugarcane produced by a country divided by its total population, measured on a per-person basis. The indicator represents the level of sugarcane production relative to population size and helps evaluate agricultural productivity, production capacity, and the importance of sugarcane cultivation within different economies. The dataset presents country-level sugarcane production per capita values for each year in the selected period, allowing comparison of production trends and changes over time.
What was Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita in 2024?
Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita was 9.35 Kilogram in 2024, down 1.6% on 2023.
How has Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita changed between 2015 and 2024?
Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita moved from 9.90 Kilogram in 2015 to 9.35 Kilogram in 2024 (−5.5%), an average of −0.6% a year. The series high was 12.38 Kilogram in 2016 and the low 9.27 Kilogram in 2019.
Which year had the highest and lowest Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita?
The highest value was 12.38 Kilogram in 2016 and the lowest was 9.27 Kilogram in 2019.
What does the Japan Sugarcane Production per Capita data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the total agricultural production of sugarcane reported for each country and converted into a per capita measure using population estimates. It covers sugarcane cultivated and harvested for agricultural production, including output used for sugar manufacturing, ethanol production, industrial processing, and other agricultural applications. The indicator includes annual production variations influenced by factors such as cultivated area, crop yields, climatic conditions, farming practices, and agricultural policies. The dataset is compiled from agricultural production statistics and population data sources to provide comparable country-level measurements. Excluded: The data excludes sugarcane consumption, trade flows, imports, exports, sugar production, ethanol output, and processed sugar products. It does not measure productivity per hectare, farm-level efficiency, economic value, or revenue generated from sugarcane production. The indicator does not capture differences in cultivation methods, production costs, quality variations, or environmental impacts associated with sugarcane farming. It also excludes non-agricultural activities and does not represent total availability or consumption of sugarcane-derived products within a country.
Where does the Japan Sugarcane 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&country=USA~DEU~FRA~GBR~BRA~ZAF%3BhideControls&Food=Sugar+cane&Metric=Production&per+capita=true). It covers 2015–2024 and is reported in Kilogram.
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