Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Component (Hardware, Software, and Services), By Architecture Type (CRAN, ORAN, and VRAN), By End Use (Telecom Operators and Enterprises), and Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market Size Was Estimated at USD 2415.7 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 11.5% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 7996.4 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market Size is Anticipated to reach USD 7996.4 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 11.5% from 2025 to 2035. The Japan 5G radio access network market is growing and advancing with robust government support, rising needs for immediate, rapid connectivity, the migration from 4G to 5G, and technological advancements like Open RAN and AI integration, driving smart cities and industries.

Market Overview

The Japan 5G radio access network (RAN) market refers to the deployment and expansion of 5G wireless communication infrastructure, including base stations, small cells, and antennas that connect mobile devices to the core network. It enables rapid data transfer, low latency, and massive device connections, powering applications like IoT, smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and enhanced mobile broadband. Strengths are Japan high technological capabilities, established telecom players, and robust supply chains. Opportunities lie in extending 5G penetration to rural regions, convergence with emerging technologies like AI and edge computing, and supporting Industry 4.0 initiatives. Demand is driven by Japan's innovative telecom infrastructure, increasing appetite for rapid and secure mobile networks, and aggressive adoption of 5G-enabled devices. The Japanese government has measures in place to actively encourage 5G deployment with investments and policies, such as the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications plans and subsidies, to establish Japan as a world leader in next generation wireless technology and to spur economic growth and digitalization.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan 5G radio access network market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan 5G radio access network market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the Japan 5G radio access network market.

Driving Factors

The Japan 5G radio access network market is driven by growing demand for low-latency and high-speed connectivity among consumers and industries. Widespread uptake of 5G-supporting devices, IoT applications, and the need for enhanced mobile broadband stimulate market growth. Ongoing technological progress, good quality telecom infrastructure, and state support in the form of policies and investments also continue to spur deployment. More investment in smart cities, autonomous driving, and Industry 4.0 initiatives also offers a robust opportunity to expand 5G network reach nationwide.

Restraining Factors

The Japan 5G radio access network market faces hurdles in the form of high infrastructure costs, challenging deployment in urban agglomerations, and spectrum issues. In addition, concerns over cybersecurity, regulatory challenges, and poor rural coverage slow down mass adoption and network rollout.

Market Segmentation

The Japan 5G radio access network market share is classified into component, architecture type, and end use.

• The hardware segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan 5G radio access network market is segmented by component into hardware, software, and services. Among these, the hardware segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to the tremendous demand for complex base stations, antennas, and radio units needed by 5G infrastructure. Continuous network deployment and modernization by telecommunications companies drive strong hardware sales and deployment in both urban and rural areas.

• The CRAN segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan 5G radio access network market is segmented by architecture into CRAN, ORAN, and VRAN. Among these, the CRAN segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is owing to optical, wireless, and IT communication technologies. CRAN, the cloud-based, central radio access network structure, uses patented hardware incorporated with software to propel spectrum efficiency, render networks individualized and optimized, support innovations, monitor, update, analyse, and maintain faster data transmission.

• The telecom operators segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan 5G radio access network market is segmented by end use into telecom operators and enterprises. Among these, the telecom operators segment held the largest market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to their huge infrastructure investment, rapid 5G network rollouts, and increasing consumer appetite for higher mobile broadband services. Telecom operators are leading the charge in the adoption of new technologies to meet rising consumer data traffic and new applications.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan 5G radio access network market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• NTT Docomo, Inc.
• KDDI Corporation
• Rakuten Mobile, Inc.
• Fujitsu Limited
• Ericsson Japan K.K.
• Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
• NEC Corporation
• Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• SoftBank Group Corp.
• Toshiba Corporation
• Hitachi, Ltd.
• Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In February 2024, NTT DOCOMO and NEC announced plans to establish a joint venture, OREX SAI, INC., on April 1 to support worldwide Open RAN deployment through OREX Packages. OREX SAI will locally source products from OREX PARTNERS, tailor solutions for telecom operators, and leverage NEC’s worldwide infrastructure across 50+ countries to accelerate expansion.

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the Japan 5G radio access network market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market, By Component

• Hardware
• Software
• Services

Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market, By Architecture Type

• CRAN
• ORAN
• VRAN

Japan 5G Radio Access Network Market, By End Use

• Telecom Operators
• Enterprises