Japan Disposable Cutlery Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Spoon, Fork, and Knife), By Cutlery Type (Wrapped Cutlery and Dispensed Cutlery), By Fabrication Process (Thermoforming, Die Cutting, and Injection Molding), By End Use (Foodservice Outlets, Institutional Food Services, and Household Use), and Japan Disposable Cutlery Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan Disposable Cutlery Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Disposable Cutlery Market Size was Estimated at USD 71.1 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.48% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Disposable Cutlery Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 115.2 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Spherical Insights and Consulting, The Japan disposable cutlery market Size is anticipated to reach USD 115.2 Million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 4.48% from 2025 to 2035.  The market for disposable cutlery in Japan is expanding owing to a rise in demand for convenient, hygienic, and green products. Drivers such as growth in consumption of fast food, on-the-go meals, and the use of sustainable products are prompting this growth.

Market Overview

The Japan single-use cutlery market refers to the single-use cutlery like forks, spoons, knives, and chopsticks, which are used mainly in foodservice, events, and takeout applications. The lightweight and strength of the product make it easy to transport and use in different contexts. The emerging trend also includes environmentally friendly options like biodegradable and compostable cutlery that uses wood, bamboo, and plant-based plastics as raw materials. This aligns with the trend of consumers increasingly demanding sustainable products. The major forces driving market growth are the rising need for convenient dining options, especially in cities. The growth of online food delivery services and the frequency of outdoor events and parties have also played a major role in creating the demand for disposable cutlery. As a response to environmental issues, the Japanese government made measures to minimize plastic waste. A law enacted in 2022 requires large foodservice businesses to charge for disposable plastic cutlery or offer alternatives produced from other materials.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan disposable cutlery 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 disposable cutlery 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 disposable cutlery market.

Driving Factors

The Japan market for disposable cutlery is fueled by growing demand for convenience in urban lives, an upsurge in food delivery services, the popularity of takeout and outdoor dining, and the COVID-19 pandemic, which further spurred single-use cutlery use for hygiene. Rising awareness of sustainability further led to interest in green alternatives such as biodegradable and compostable cutlery. The growth of the hospitality sector and the growth in quick-service restaurants also largely add to market growth, in addition to government regulations that favor lower plastic use.

Restraining Factors

The Japan disposable cutlery market is restrained by increasing environmental awareness, severe government laws on single-use plastics, and rising consumer demand for reusable products. Higher prices of more environmentally-friendly materials may also restrict mass adoption by small enterprises.

Market Segmentation

The Japan Disposable Cutlery Market share is classified into product type, cutlery type, fabrication process, and end use.

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

The Japan disposable cutlery market is segmented by product type into spoon, fork, and knife. Among these, the spoon segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The spoon segment is due to their flexibility makes them perfect for soups, yogurts, desserts, and takeaway foods, making them a must-have in foodservice establishments. Their universal application guarantees ongoing demand in different dining environments. Their clean, single-use design limits potential for contamination, providing a safe and convenient meal experience.

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

The Japan disposable cutlery market is segmented by cutlery type into wrapped cutlery and dispensed cutlery. Among these, the wrapped cutlery 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 wrapped cutlery being normally available in one-time use paper or plastic to prevent contamination. A majority of fast-food chains, eateries, and delivery services offer these pre-wrapped packages since they are clean and easy to use.

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

The Japan disposable cutlery market is segmented by fabrication process into thermoforming, die cutting, and injection molding. Among these, the thermoforming segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to their precision, efficiency, and ability to produce high-quality disposable utensils. Thermoforming is highly used for its economy and capability of producing lightweight but strong cutlery, thus being suitable for mass foodservice uses.

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

The Japan disposable cutlery market is segmented by end use into foodservice outlets, institutional food services, and household use. Among these, the foodservice outlets segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. Foodservice outlets are due to the restaurants, cafes, food trucks, and catering establishments depend on disposable cutlery to optimize operations, avoiding the hassle of dishwashing while providing speedy service to customers. Disposable cutlery is a key component in contemporary dining, with fast food, take-away, and delivery services growing in popularity.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan disposable cutlery 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

• Japan Pulp and Paper Co., Ltd. (JPP)
• Daio Paper Corporation
• Oji Holdings Corporation
• Rengo Co., Ltd.
• Hime-Pla Inc
• Koizumi and Co., Ltd.
• Haso Ltd.
• Dart Container Corporation
• Apollo Funds
• Green Earth Industries/Greenwise Co., Ltd.
• Marumitsu Co., Ltd.
• Others

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 disposable cutlery market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Disposable Cutlery Market, By Product Type

• Spoon
• Fork
• Knife

Japan Disposable Cutlery Market, By Cutlery Type

• Wrapped Cutlery
• Dispensed Cutlery

Japan Disposable Cutlery Market, By Fabrication Process

• Thermoforming
• Die Cutting
• Injection Molding

Japan Disposable Cutlery Market, By End Use

• Foodservice Outlets
• Institutional Food Services
• Household Use