Japan Paper Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Japan Paper Packaging Market Report is Segmented by Product (Paperboard, Container Board, Corrugated Board, and Other Products) and End-User Industry (Food and Beverage, Personal Care, Home Care, Healthcare, Retail, and Other End-User Industries). The Report Offers Market Sizes and Forecasts in Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

Japan Paper Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Japan Paper Packaging Market Size

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Japan Paper Packaging Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 25.60 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 33.26 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 5.37 %
Market Concentration Medium

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Japan Paper Packaging Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Japan Paper Packaging Market Analysis

The Japan Paper Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 25.60 billion in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 33.26 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.37% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • Japan ranks as the world's second-largest producer of plastic waste per capita, following the United States. Stringent international regulations in Japan are expected to drive manufacturers toward meeting the increasing demand for environmentally sustainable packaging materials, particularly paper packaging, across various industries.
  • Japan is a significant consumer of paper-based products across multiple industries, including newsprint, packaging, printing and communication, sanitary, and other miscellaneous applications. Food manufacturers in the region have begun to recognize the disadvantages of plastic wrapping and are preparing to transition to paper packaging.
  • Major plastic bag suppliers in the region, such as Fukusuke Kogyo, are experiencing decreased demand for plastic bags at grocery stores. This decline is attributed to customers being legally required to pay explicitly for bags. The company anticipates a one-third decrease in orders in the near future. Fukusuke Kogyo has announced investments in materials development to reduce environmental impacts and production costs.
  • Leading paper manufacturing companies in Japan, such as Nippon Paper, are aiming to capitalize on the decreasing demand for plastic. Nippon Paper has announced the expansion of paper-based barrier materials that protect products from air and water. According to the company, the demand for paper and paperboard packaging materials has increased over the years as a replacement for plastics. Paper-based packaging materials account for 70% of Nippon Paper's total sales.
  • While sustainability and waste reduction have gained prominence, the paper packaging industry faces challenges. There is a potential decline in demand due to perceptions of paper packaging being less environmentally friendly than alternative materials. The industry also faces competition from materials like plastic, metal, and glass, which offer advantages in durability and cost. Additionally, fluctuating prices of raw materials such as pulp and paper potentially impact the profitability of paper packaging producers.

Japan Paper Packaging Industry Overview

The market is semi-fragmented, with the presence of players like Graphic Packaging, International Paper Company, and Rengo Co. Ltd, which play vital roles in upscaling the rise in the demand, leveraging the declining demand for plastic packaging and customers' preference for paper-based packaging. To capture the market share, vendors are strategizing their business models by enhancing their product lines and engaging in collaborations and acquisitions, with a core focus on sustainability.

Japan Paper Packaging Market Leaders

  1. Graphic Packaging International Corporation

  2. International Paper Company

  3. Rengo Co., Ltd.

  4. Oji Paper Co., Ltd.

  5. Metsa Group

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Japan Paper Packaging Market Concentration
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Japan Paper Packaging Market News

  • August 2024: Rengo Co. Ltd announced that its consolidated subsidiary, Tri-Wall Limited, had acquired a 25% equity stake in Concept Packaging Group LLC through Tri-Wall's wholly-owned subsidiary. Concept Packaging Group LLC specializes in the manufacture and sale of packaging materials, with a focus on heavy-duty corrugated packaging, primarily serving automotive-related industries. This acquisition aligns with Rengo's strategy to expand its global presence in the heavy-duty packaging materials sector, including corrugated packaging, through the Tri-Wall Group.
  • April 2024: Oji Holdings Corporation, Japan's foremost forest and paper packaging entity, finalized its acquisition of Walki Group. The deal was made with funds overseen by One Equity Partners, a private equity firm based in the United States. The acquisition was first disclosed on October 23, 2023. With this move, Oji aimed to establish a comprehensive global business framework. This structure will oversee the entire supply chain of packaging materials, from upstream processes to downstream applications. By integrating Walki's converting technology, Oji seeks to enhance its packaging operations.

Japan Paper Packaging Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumption and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Increasing Demand from the Food and Beverage Sector
    • 5.1.2 Regulations on Plastic-based Packaging Products Contributes to Higher Demand
  • 5.2 Market Restraints
    • 5.2.1 Increasing Raw Material Costs and Outsourcing

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Product
    • 6.1.1 Paperboard
    • 6.1.2 Container Board
    • 6.1.3 Corrugated Board
    • 6.1.4 Other Products
  • 6.2 By End-user Industry
    • 6.2.1 Food and Beverage
    • 6.2.2 Personal Care
    • 6.2.3 Home Care
    • 6.2.4 Healthcare
    • 6.2.5 Retail
    • 6.2.6 Other End-user Industries

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles
    • 7.1.1 Graphic Packaging International Corporation
    • 7.1.2 International Paper Company
    • 7.1.3 Rengo Co. Ltd
    • 7.1.4 Oji Paper Co. Ltd
    • 7.1.5 Metsa Group
    • 7.1.6 Amcor Group GmbH
    • 7.1.7 Daio Paper Corporation
    • 7.1.8 THE PACK CORPORATION
  • *List Not Exhaustive

8. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Japan Paper Packaging Industry Segmentation

Paper packaging uses paper and paperboard materials to manufacture containers and other packaging items for various industries, such as food and beverage, healthcare, and personal care. In addition to providing information and branding to customers, such packaging is used to safeguard and carry items. Paper packaging is adaptable and cost-effective since it can be customised in various sizes, shapes, and styles. Compared to other packaging materials like plastic, it is also considered a more environmentally responsible option because it is readily recyclable and biodegradable.

The Japanese paper packaging market is segmented by product (paperboard, container board, corrugated board, and other products) and end-user industry (food and beverage, personal care, home care, healthcare, retail, and other end-user industries). The report offers market forecasts and size in value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Product Paperboard
Container Board
Corrugated Board
Other Products
By End-user Industry Food and Beverage
Personal Care
Home Care
Healthcare
Retail
Other End-user Industries
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Japan Paper Packaging Market Research FAQs

How big is the Japan Paper Packaging Market?

The Japan Paper Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 25.60 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 5.37% to reach USD 33.26 billion by 2030.

What is the current Japan Paper Packaging Market size?

In 2025, the Japan Paper Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 25.60 billion.

Who are the key players in Japan Paper Packaging Market?

Graphic Packaging International Corporation, International Paper Company, Rengo Co., Ltd., Oji Paper Co., Ltd. and Metsa Group are the major companies operating in the Japan Paper Packaging Market.

What years does this Japan Paper Packaging Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Japan Paper Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 24.23 billion. The report covers the Japan Paper Packaging Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Japan Paper Packaging Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

Japan Paper Packaging Industry Report

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