Japan Same Day Delivery Market Size

Japan Same Day Delivery Market Analysis

The Japan Same Day Delivery Market size in terms of Greater Than-6.20 is expected to grow from USD 0.36 billion in 2024 to USD 0.49 billion by 2029, at a CAGR of greater than 6.20% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

• COVID-19 caused an increase in online trade and also provoked a "restructuring" of the national labor. In general, the pandemic has had a negative impact on the economy and society of Japan. Unemployment increased for the first time in 11 years, and the automotive industry, tourism, and public catering were among the industries most affected by the pandemic. Also, the pandemic prompted changes in consumer behavior, with more people embracing online shopping even for everyday items. This shift could have boosted the demand for same-day delivery services.
• It’s one thing delivering parcels on time in any country; it’s quite another delivering parcels on time in Japan. That’s because Japan’s standards for home delivery services are very high. Everything from delivery to returns to exchanges, to customer care, even curbside or Buy Online Pick-up in-store (BOPIS) methods must be impeccable to keep the Japanese customers satisfied. The nation has high expectations from customer service and hospitality, and consumers notice even slight delays in delivery. As delivery times become shorter, logistics providers are faced with increased volumes of goods, high delivery costs for customers, less flexibility with delivery time slots, and more traffic on the roads.
• In Japan, if you order a product to be delivered to your door, the drivers do not leave until they have your signature on the delivery receipt. Unlike in the US and other countries, packages are never left at the doorstep if the customer is unavailable. While it is a commendable business practice, 20% of deliveries are re-delivered, leading to an annual carbon dioxide emission of 42,000 tons. Apart from increasing the carbon footprint, redeliveries also keep drivers on the road longer, adding a significant number of hours to the already struggling Japanese labor force.
• The nation’s aging population has been identified as a potential barrier to e-commerce growth in recent years, but this is somewhat counterbalanced by the high personal wealth among this segment of society. As well as driving demand for certain products and services related to healthcare, medical equipment, pharmaceutical products, biotechnology, and safety equipment, the need for convenient and reliable home delivery services is also growing. The demand for same-day delivery services can vary based on factors like holidays, special occasions, and shopping events. Companies often need to prepare for spikes in demand during these periods.