Japan Soy Protein Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Japan Soy Protein Market is Segmented by Form (Concentrates, Isolates, and Textured/Hydrolyzed) and by End User (Animal Feed, Personal Care and Cosmetics, Food and Beverages, and Supplements). The Report Offers the Market Size in Value Terms in USD and in Volume Terms in Tons for all the Abovementioned Segments.

Japan Soy Protein Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

Japan Soy Protein Market Size

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Japan Soy Protein Market Summary
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 200.19 Million
Market Size (2030) USD 228.27 Million
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 2.66 %
Market Concentration Low

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Japan Soy Protein Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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Japan Soy Protein Market Analysis

The Japan Soy Protein Market size is estimated at USD 200.19 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 228.27 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 2.66% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • Soy protein is used in different foods and beverages as the demand for plant-based food and beverage products is increasing in the country. Soy proteins are easily digestible and provide higher nutrients than animal meat. Owing to this, the use of soy protein in meat substitutes is increasing. Soybeans are a powerful legume that can easily replace meat as it provides a meat-like texture.
  • Soy-fortified milk also observed high demand because of comparable protein, calcium, vitamins A and D, and B vitamins content to cow's milk. The demand for soy milk is increasing in the country due to rising lactose intolerance. According to JSMA data from 2022, the shipment volume of soy milk in Japan was 126.3 thousand liters. Furthermore, the demand for soy protein in sports nutrition and infant food is also increasing due to its nutritional and functional properties.
  • According to the United States Department of Agriculture data from 2022, the production of soybeans in Japan was 238 thousand tons. Owing to the increasing production, the processing of soya is also increasing in the country. The market players are launching and innovating new soy proteins for a wide range of applications. For instance, Hollywood Cosmetics Japan provides a range of soy proteins for beauty and health. Soy protein is used in cosmetics and personal care products as it holds moisture in the skin for a longer time and provides glowing, healthy skin. According to Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation data from 2021, monthly household expenditure on personal care products in Japan was USD 26.96. Owing to this, the demand for soy protein in personal care products is growing. Although the use of soy protein is increasing in the country, the presence of other plant-based proteins like hemp protein, pea protein, potato protein, and others is expected to restrict the growth of the market.

Increasing Application in Sports Nutrition

  • Health-conscious consumers in the country are opting for the consumption of plant proteins as they provide more energy and keep the body fresh for a longer time. The market Players are using plant proteins like soy proteins in sports nutrition products like powders and beverages. Plant proteins reduce muscle fatigue and keep the body energized for a longer time. Additionally, soy protein helps in muscle building. Due to rising diseases like obesity and diabetes, consumers are participating in sports to keep themselves healthy. 
  • Sports athletes and sports enthusiasts are incorporating plant proteins in their diet regime to be fresh and fit for a longer time. According to Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (Japan) data from 2021, 74.79 million people in Japan are practicing sports. Owing to this, the demand for soy protein in sports nutrition products is increasing. The market players are providing soy protein products like isolates, concentrates, and others for athletes' weight management, muscle building, and overall immunity. For instance, the SAVAS brand from Meji Holdings provides soy protein for weight management.
Japan Soy Protein Market: Weekly Sports Participation, By Age Group and Gender, Japan, 2022

Japan Soy Protein Industry Overview

The Japan soy protein market is fragmented, with the top companies covering major markets. The major players in this market are Archer Daniels Midland Company, CHS Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Fuji Oil Group, and Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co. The demand for plant proteins is increasing in the country, due to which the market players are innovating new products. The companies are also focused on strategies like expansions, acquisitions, partnerships, and innovations to cater to growing demand.

Japan Soy Protein Market Leaders

  1. Archer Daniels Midland Company

  2. CHS Inc.

  3. DuPont de Nemours Inc.

  4. Fuji Oil Group

  5. Kerry Group

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

  • January 2023: Roquette Freres, a plant-based ingredient manufacturer, made a strategic investment in the Japanese startup Daiz Inc. Daiz Inc. specializes in extrusion technology, which is instrumental in advancing the development of innovative plant-based ingredients.
  • February 2021: DuPont completed a merger that united its Nutrition Business with International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF), creating a formidable entity poised to become a prominent supplier of ingredients to the United States' food industry. The resulting company achieved an impressive revenue of USD 11 billion and is well-positioned to offer a wide range of ingredients, including soy proteins, for various consumer products.
  • December 2020: Marubeni Corporation entered into a partnership agreement with Daiz, a Japanese startup specializing in soy-based protein production for use in meat alternatives. Marubeni Corporation invested USD 0.95 million in this promising startup venture.

Japan Soy Protein Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

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

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 4.1 Market Drivers
    • 4.1.1 Increasing Demand for Protein-Rich Food
    • 4.1.2 Increasing Demand for Plant-Based and Organic Ingredients
  • 4.2 Market Restraints
    • 4.2.1 Presence of Alternative Proteins
  • 4.3 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.3.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 5.1 Form
    • 5.1.1 Concentrates
    • 5.1.2 Hydrolyzed
    • 5.1.3 Isolates
  • 5.2 End-User
    • 5.2.1 Animal Feed
    • 5.2.2 Personal Care and Cosmetics
    • 5.2.3 Food and Beverages
    • 5.2.3.1 Bakery
    • 5.2.3.2 Beverages
    • 5.2.3.3 Breakfast Cereals
    • 5.2.3.4 Condiments/Sauces
    • 5.2.3.5 Dairy and Dairy Alternative Products
    • 5.2.3.6 RTE/RTC Food Products
    • 5.2.3.7 Snacks
    • 5.2.4 Supplements
    • 5.2.4.1 Baby Food and Infant Formula
    • 5.2.4.2 Elderly Nutrition and Medical Nutrition
    • 5.2.4.3 Sport/Performance Nutrition

6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 6.1 Most Adopted Strategies
  • 6.2 Market Share Analysis
  • 6.3 Company Profiles
    • 6.3.1 Royal DSM
    • 6.3.2 Kerry Group PLC
    • 6.3.3 Fuji Oil Group
    • 6.3.4 CHS inc
    • 6.3.5 DuPont de Nemours Inc
    • 6.3.6 Bunge Limited
    • 6.3.7 Archer Daniels Midland Company
    • 6.3.8 A. Costantino & C. SpA
    • 6.3.9 Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation
    • 6.3.10 Cargill Inc
  • *List Not Exhaustive

7. MARKET OPPORTUNITIES AND FUTURE TRENDS

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Japan Soy Protein Industry Segmentation

Soy protein is extracted from the processing of soy. Soy protein is used in different food products to increase their nutritional value. 

Japan's soy protein market is segmented by for into concentrates, hydrolysates, and isolates. By end user, the market is segmented into animal feed, personal care and cosmetics, food and beverages, and supplements. The food and beverage segment is further segmented into bakery, beverages, breakfast cereals, condiments/sauces, dairy and dairy alternative products, RTE/RTC food products, and snacks. 

For each segment, the report offers the market size in value terms in USD and volume terms in tons for all the abovementioned segments.

Form Concentrates
Hydrolyzed
Isolates
End-User Animal Feed
Personal Care and Cosmetics
Food and Beverages Bakery
Beverages
Breakfast Cereals
Condiments/Sauces
Dairy and Dairy Alternative Products
RTE/RTC Food Products
Snacks
Supplements Baby Food and Infant Formula
Elderly Nutrition and Medical Nutrition
Sport/Performance Nutrition
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Japan Soy Protein Market Research FAQs

How big is the Japan Soy Protein Market?

The Japan Soy Protein Market size is expected to reach USD 200.19 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 2.66% to reach USD 228.27 million by 2030.

What is the current Japan Soy Protein Market size?

In 2025, the Japan Soy Protein Market size is expected to reach USD 200.19 million.

Who are the key players in Japan Soy Protein Market?

Archer Daniels Midland Company, CHS Inc., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Fuji Oil Group and Kerry Group are the major companies operating in the Japan Soy Protein Market.

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

In 2024, the Japan Soy Protein Market size was estimated at USD 194.86 million. The report covers the Japan Soy Protein Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Japan Soy Protein Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

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