Organic Food

— Latest update: August 2022 —

The concern for the safety of the food has been on the main drivers of the Japanese food consumption, and the new surge in Organic Farming interest lies in the cleavage between high farming yield and concern for assurance of health for the food. While still limited in scope, the organic agriculture market continues to grow, and it is thought to be further encouraged by the growing concern for sustainable development. 

USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, Japan: Organic Market Review, 2021
Cross Currents, Organic Farming in Japan

Table of Contents

• Overview
• Organic Produce
  • Shares of Organic land
• Organic Food Market & Consumption
• Challenges & Recent Developments
• JAS Regulations and Labelling
• Expert Reports &Webinars
• Annual Reports
• Further Readings
• Relevant Organisations & Trade Fairs