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Commercial Service Robotics - Japan

Japan
  • Revenue in the Commercial Service Robotics market is projected to reach US$833.96m in 2025.
  • Medical service robotics dominates the market with a projected market volume of US$633.93m in 2025.
  • Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2025-2029) of 3.60%, resulting in a market volume of US$960.86m by 2029.
  • In global comparison, most revenue will be generated United States (US$5.51bn in 2025).

Revenue

Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

Most recent update: Aug 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

Most recent update: Aug 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Notes: The chart “Comparable Estimates” shows the forecasted development of the selected market from different sources. Please see the additional information for methodology and publication date.

Most recent update: Mar 2024

Key Players

Most recent update: Dec 2024

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Volume

Most recent update: Aug 2024

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Price

Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

Most recent update: Aug 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Analyst Opinion

The Commercial service robotics market in Japan is facing subdued growth, influenced by factors such as slow adoption of digital technologies, limited public awareness of robotic services, and high costs of implementation. However, increasing demand for efficient and cost-effective solutions in various sub-markets, such as Agriculture Service Robotics and Medical Service Robotics, may drive growth in the overall Service robotics Market within the Robotics Market in Japan.

Customer preferences:
With the aging population and shortage of skilled labor in Japan, there is a growing demand for service robots in the commercial sector. Catering to this need, robotics companies are developing robots with advanced capabilities, such as multi-language communication and human-like movements. Additionally, there is a rising preference for autonomous robots that can perform tasks without human intervention, especially in industries such as healthcare, hospitality, and retail. This trend is driven by the need for cost-effective and efficient solutions to address labor shortages and improve productivity.

Trends in the market:
In Japan, the Commercial service robotics market is experiencing a surge in demand for delivery and logistics robots, as the country faces a shortage of labor in these industries. Additionally, there is a growing trend of using service robots in hotels and restaurants, as they provide a contactless and efficient way to serve customers. These trends are expected to continue, driven by the country's aging population and the need for automation in various industries. This presents opportunities for industry stakeholders to invest in and develop advanced service robots to meet the growing demand in Japan.

Local special circumstances:
In Japan, the Commercial service robotics Market is thriving due to the country's aging population and shortage of labor. The government has also introduced policies to promote the use of service robots in various industries, such as healthcare and retail. Additionally, Japan's unique culture of embracing technology and high standards of customer service have led to the adoption of service robots in a variety of settings, from hotels to restaurants. However, strict regulations and safety standards for service robots have also influenced the market dynamics, creating a challenging yet innovative environment for this sector.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The Commercial Service Robotics Market within the Robotics Market is greatly impacted by macroeconomic factors such as technological advancements, regulatory support, and investment in infrastructure. Japan, being a highly developed country with a strong economy and favorable regulatory environment, has seen significant growth in the service robotics market. Additionally, the increasing aging population in Japan has resulted in a higher demand for service robotics, particularly in the healthcare sector, to improve access and efficiency in care delivery. Furthermore, Japan's emphasis on innovation and its investments in research and development have also contributed to the growth of the service robotics market in the country.

Global Comparison

Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

Most recent update: Aug 2024

Source: Statista Market Insights

Methodology

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B and B2C revenues. Figures are based on the country’s demand for robotics in manufacturer prices.

Modeling approach / Market size:

Market sizes are determined through a regional bottom-up approach, and further detailed by a top-down rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use trade data of the respective economic sector. Furthermore, we use relevant key market indicators such as level of automation and digitization or the economy composition to estimate each country's specialization in demand and supply. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques but primarly exponential smoothing. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market.

Additional notes:

The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war is considered at a country-specific level.

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Key Market Indicators

Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

Most recent update: Jan 2025

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