Japan Dried Blueberries Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Nature (Organic Dried Blueberries, Conventional Dried Blueberries), By Form (Slices and Granulates, Powder, Whole Dried Fruits), By Drying Method (Freeze Drying, Sun Drying, Hot Air Drying), By Distributions Channels (Supermarkets and Hypermarkets, Retail Stores, Specialty Stores, Online Stores, Other), and Japan Dried Blueberries Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan Dried Blueberries Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Dried Blueberries Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.08% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Dried Blueberries Market Size is Expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Japan Dried Blueberries Market Size is Anticipated to Hold a Significant Share by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 5.08% from 2025 to 2035. The Japanese dried blueberries market is experiencing robust growth, driven by increasing consumer awareness regarding health and wellness. The increasing inclination towards organic and natural food products is also positively influencing the dried blueberries market.

Market Overview

The Japanese dried blueberries market is experiencing steady growth due to increased demand for healthy snacking options and the rising popularity of superfoods. Dried blueberries are prepared by the removal of water content from the fresh blueberries to extend their shelf life while maintaining their flavour and nutritional profile. Freeze drying, hot air drying are techniques adopted to preserve the blueberries. With recent innovations in processing technologies, manufacturers are now able to satisfy the increasing demand for premium dried blueberries, catering to the food service and retail industries. Dried blueberries find application in multiple industries, including food and beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Dried blueberries are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, making them popular among health-conscious consumers. A key trend driving the market is the increasing popularity of plant-based diets and clean-label products.

Opportunities

The dried blueberries market offers abundant opportunities to grow. One key opportunity is incorporating dried blueberries into various products, including granola bars, cereals, and baked goods.  The rising popularity of organic and clean-label products presents an opportunity for organic dried blueberries to gain traction. Additionally, the development of functional foods that give specific health benefits presents a significant opportunity.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan dried blueberries 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 dried blueberries market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, 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 dried blueberries market.

Driving Factors

The demand for dried blueberries is being prompted by Japanese consumers' growing awareness of the health benefits of these berries, including improved heart health and higher cognitive function. Over the past few years, consumers have become more health-conscious, and dried blueberries have become a popular and healthy snack substitute. The increase in urbanization, industrial economy, and the increased demand for food items with higher nutrients is expected to fuel the growth of the market. Japan has a fast-paced lifestyle that demands ready-to-eat snacks or requires minimal preparation. Dried blueberries are a good fit for this category. Additionally, the rise of e-commerce and technological advancements is stimulating the market growth.

Restraining Factors

The Japanese market for dried blueberries is faced with numerous growth-constraining factors, including prohibitively high cost of production by virtue of volatile prices of raw material and excessive dependence on imports, subjecting the business to supply risk. Delayed launches and over-compliance expenses are a consequence of extremely rigorous regulation requirements and complex approval procedures. In addition, the substitute dried products and fresh blueberries does not permit the market for dried blueberries to expand in Japan.

Market Segmentation

The Japan Dried Blueberries Market share is classified into nature, drying method, and distribution channel.

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

The Japan dried blueberries market is segmented by nature into organic dried blueberries, conventional dried blueberries. Among these, the organic dried blueberries segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.  This is due to organic dried blueberries being manufactured without using any fertilizers or chemicals. The  Demand for clean-label and organic products drives the organic dried blueberry market..

• The hot air-drying segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan dried blueberries market is segmented by drying methods into freeze drying, sun drying, and hot air drying. Among these, the hot air-drying segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is attributed to its low cost, fast processing, and wide industrial use. Freeze drying is costly, and sun drying is slow, which makes them less preferred.

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

The Japan dried blueberries market is segmented by distribution channels into supermarkets and hypermarkets, retail stores, speciality stores, online stores, and others. Among these, the supermarkets and hypermarkets segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to supermarkets and hypermarkets offering consumers the opportunity to physically inspect the products before purchase. Moreover, the immediate availability of products and the option to choose from a variety of brands have evolved the segment.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan dried blueberries 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

• Costco
• oregoncherry.jp
• Funasho Shoji Co., Ltd.
• Horiuchi Fruit Farm 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 Dried Blueberries Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Dried Blueberries Market, By Nature

• Organic Dried Blueberries
• Conventional Dried Blueberries

Japan Dried Blueberries Market, By Form

• Slices and Granulates
• Powder
• Whole Dried Fruits

Japan Dried Blueberries Market, By Drying Method

• Freeze Drying
• Sun Drying
• Hot Air Drying

Japan Dried Blueberries Market, By Distribution Channels

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
• Retail Stores
• Specialty Stores
• Online Stores
• Other