Japan Fishing Apparel and Equipment Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Category (Apparel, Footwear, and Equipment), By Distribution Channel (Online, Sporting Goods Retailers, Supermarkets & Hypermarkets, Exclusive Brand Outlets, and Others), and Japan Fishing Apparel and Equipment Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan Fishing Apparel and Equipment Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Fishing Apparel and Equipment Market Size Was Estimated at USD 1114.4 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 4.04% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Fishing Apparel and Equipment Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1723.1 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Japan Fishing Apparel And Equipment Market  Size is Anticipated to Reach USD 1723.1 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 4.04% from 2025 to 2035. The Japan fishing apparel and equipment market is driven by various factors, including the increasing popularity of recreational fishing, rising demand for specialized apparel and equipment, and rising interest in fishing as a hobby and sport.

Market Overview

The fishing apparel and equipment market encompasses outdoor clothing, footwear, and a broad category of fishing gear. Clothing includes jackets, waders, hats, moisture-wicking apparel, and fishing gear, including rods, lines, lures, fish finders, terminal tackle, and nets. This apparel gives UV protection, water resistance, breathability, and insect defence, while equipment spans tackle and electronic aids for both recreational and professional anglers. High-technology gear can also consist of electronic fish finders and specialized gear for various fishing activities, like deep-sea or fly fishing, targeted at particular types of fish and environments. The increasing popularity of sport fishing has immensely boosted the demand for expert kit like rods, reels, and tackle boxes. The rising demand for sustainability and eco-friendly materials is the key trend in this market. Technological advancements like GPS fish finders and advanced rod materials drive worthwhile opportunities in the sports fishing equipment market.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan fishing apparel and equipment 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 fishing apparel and equipment 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 fishing apparel and equipment market.

Driving Factors

One of the significant driving factors is the growing popularity of recreational fishing. The people are becoming aware of the health risks associated with prolonged sun exposure, which leads to the demand for fishing apparel. More individuals are pursuing fishing as a leisure activity, viewing it as a tool to de-stress, experience nature, and bond with family and friends. The rise in fishing tourism drives the sports fishing equipment market. Additionally, advancements in technology and development in innovative products like lightweight, durable fishponds, precision reels, and advanced tackle boxes positively contributed to the market growth.

Restraining Factors

The increased awareness of overfishing restricts the fishing practices and leads to fewer opportunities for recreational fishing. The competition from alternative recreational activities, such as hiking, cycling, and water sports, diverts individuals from sports fishing.

Market Segmentation

The Japan fishing apparel and equipment market share is classified into category and distribution channel.

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

The Japan fishing apparel and equipment market is segmented by category into apparel, footwear, and equipment. Among these, the equipment segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to the increased number of people taking up fishing as a leisure activity, hence driving the need for effective fishing equipment.

• The sporting goods retailers segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The Japan fishing apparel and equipment market is segmented by distribution channel into online, sporting goods retailers, supermarkets & hypermarkets, exclusive brand outlets, and others. Among these, the sporting goods retailers segment held the highest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to sporting retailers typically having a wide variety of fishing gear and apparel, from beginner to experienced anglers. People can get everything ranging from basic materials to advanced, specialized equipment, all in one single location, and thus fulfil all their fishing requirements with ease.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan fishing apparel and equipment 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

• Shimano Inc.
• Rapala VMC Corporation
• Mustad Fishing
• Pure Fishing, Inc.
• GLOBERIDE, Inc.
• Other

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 fishing apparel and equipment market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Fishing Apparel and Equipment Market, By Category

• Apparel
• Footwear
• Equipment

Japan Fishing Apparel and Equipment Market, By Distribution Channel

• Online
• Sporting Goods Retailers
• Supermarkets & Hypermarkets
• Exclusive Brand Outlets
• Others