Japan Laser Hair Removal Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Diode Laser, Nd: YAG Laser, Alexandrite Laser, and Other Product Types), By Gender (Female and Male), By End Use (Beauty Clinics, Dermatology Clinics, Medical Spas and Other End Users), and Japan Laser Hair Removal Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

Japan Laser Hair Removal Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Laser Hair Removal Market Size Was Estimated at USD 41.4 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 20.42% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Laser Hair Removal Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 319.7 Million by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the Japan Laser Hair Removal Market Size is Anticipated to Reach USD 319.7 Million by 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 20.42% from 2025 to 2035. The Japan laser hair removal market is expanding as a result of increasing personal grooming consciousness, advancements in technology, increased disposable income, the need for non-surgical procedures, shifting beauty norms, and social media, all leading to rising consumer demand and market growth.

Market Overview

The Japan laser hair removal market refers to utilizing medical lasers and light-based technologies to eliminate excess body hair using intense pulses of light that destroy hair follicles. Commonly utilized in dermatology clinics and beauty salons, it provides long-lasting hair reduction and better skin appearance. Strengths are a highly developed service sector, innovative aesthetic technology, and high consumer confidence in professional clinics. Opportunities exist in penetration into smaller towns, male-skewed services, and home-use laser equipment. The industry is fueled by expanding beauty and grooming trends, increasing disposable income, and growing acceptance among females and males. Japan's graying but trendy population, most notably urban millennials, also supports demand. Government policies controlling cosmetic medical treatments, including licensing requirements and safety protocols, boost consumer confidence. Additionally, partnerships between clinics and manufacturers for R&D in quicker, painless devices facilitate market innovation.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan laser hair removal 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 laser hair removal 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 laser hair removal market.

Driving Factors

Japan laser hair removal market is fueled by mounting consumer attention to aesthetics, expanding disposable incomes, and growing demand for non-invasive cosmetic treatments. Urbanization and evolving beauty standards, particularly among youth and male populations, are driving market adoption. Technological advancements in laser technology, with increased safety, accuracy, and lower discomfort, are also promoting uptake. Moreover, Japan's population aging requires long-term hair grooming treatments, and an established network of dermatology clinics and medispas facilitates market expansion by providing professional, trustworthy services.

Restraining Factors

The Japan laser hair removal market is constrained by the high cost of treatments, security issues on sensitive skin, and rigorous regulatory compliance. Low awareness in rural towns and competition from traditional methods also deters wider market penetration.

Market Segmentation

The Japan laser hair removal market share is classified into product type, gender, and end use.

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

The Japan laser hair removal market is segmented by product type into diode laser, Nd: YAG laser, alexandrite laser, and other product types. Among these, the diode laser segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is due to diode lasers operating at an 810 nm wavelength, which allows for deeper penetration of the skin and optimal utilisation of hair follicles, making them compatible with most skin types, including darker skin. Their increasing popularity in clinics and home use, such as Current Body's innovative home-use product, is fueling market segment growth.

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

The Japan laser hair removal market is segmented by gender into male and female. Among these, the female segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is owing to the large number of clients for cosmetic procedures being women, and laser hair removal provides them with a more efficient, long-term solution than old habits such as shaving and waxing, which has fueled its increased demand and popularity in the aesthetic treatment industry.

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

The Japan laser hair removal market is segmented by beauty clinics, dermatology clinics, medical spas, and other end users. Among these, the beauty clinics segment held a significant share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is attributed to they provide various aesthetic treatments, such as laser hair removal, and therefore are a one-stop shop for look improvement. They also tend to have lower-cost laser packages compared to dermatology clinics or medical spas, appealing to price-conscious clients without sacrificing service quality.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan laser hair removal 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

• Fosun Pharma
• Lutronic
• Alma Lasers Ltd.
• Guangzhou Beautylife Electronic
• Cutera Inc.
• Lynton Lasers
• Justera Health Ltd.
• Sciton
• Cynosure
• Venus Concept
• Candela Corporation
• Lumenis
• Others

Recent Developments:

• In November 2023, Justera Health Ltd. expanded its premium laser treatment offerings with the introduction of CUTERA XEO. Manufactured by Cutera Face and Body Aesthetic Solutions, the XEO system increases non-surgical aesthetic treatments, offering advanced technology for a wide range of skin concerns.

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 laser hair removal market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Laser Hair Removal Market, By Product Type

• Diode Laser
• Nd: YAG Laser
• Alexandrite Laser
• Other Product Types

Japan Laser Hair Removal Market, By Gender

• Female
• Male

Japan Laser Hair Removal Market, By End Use

• Beauty Clinics
• Dermatology Clinics
• Medical Spas
• Other End Users