Imports in Japan
Japan's economy recorded an average growth rate of 2.5% in imports over the decade to 2022, below the 3.5% average for Major Economies. In 2022, Japan's growth in imports was 8.0%. For more imports information, visit our dedicated page.
Japan Imports Chart
Note: This chart displays Imports (G&S, ann. var. %) for Japan from 2014 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Japan Imports Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Imports (G&S, ann. var. %) | 1.0 | -6.8 | 5.2 | 8.2 | -1.5 |
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