Japan Cold Chain Logistics Market Report 2026 | Growth, Trends, and Forecast by 2034

Japan Cold Chain Logistics Market Size and Growth Overview (2026-2034)

Market Size in 2025: USD 21.7 Billion

Market Forecast in 2034: USD 32.1 Billion

Market Growth Rate 2026-2034: 4.47%

According to IMARC Group’s latest research publication, “Japan Cold Chain Logistics Market: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity, and Forecast 2026-2034,” the Japan cold chain logistics market size reached USD 21.7 billion in 2025. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 32.1 billion by 2034, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 4.47% during 2026-2034.

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Japan Cold Chain Logistics Market Trends & Drivers

The cold chain logistics market in Japan is being rapidly transformed as more sectors, such as food, pharmaceutical, and retail, are demanding temperature-controlled storage and transportation. A strong trend toward sophisticated cold storage with automation and digital monitoring coupled with real-time temperature tracking for product quality and loss minimization. The expansion of online grocery and ready-to-eat food consumption is also boosting last-mile cold delivery networks. Meanwhile, logistics companies are concentrating on multi-temperature warehousing and energy-efficient refrigeration technology, illustrating the trend of the market for operational efficiency, sustainability, and a further service reliability improvement throughout the cold supply chain. 

The Kazakhstan market for cold chain logistics is being driven by growing consumer demand for fresh, frozen, and high-quality food products, especially seafood, meat, and dairy. Growth in pharmaceutical distribution, particularly for temperature-sensitive drugs and vaccines, is positively impacting the market growth. Companies are being driven by stringent regulations on food safety & quality to invest in dependable cold chain solutions. Increasing urban population and hectic lifestyles are driving the demand for restaurant food delivery, which depends on cold chain logistics The need for frozen food is expected to grow in the following years as well. Besides, increasing focus on the minimization of food wastage and enhancement of supply chain transparency is driving the modern cold chain solutions adoption in the country. 

Japan Cold Chain Logistics Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Analysis by Service:

• Storage
• Transportation
• Value-added Services

Analysis by Temperature Type:

• Chilled
• Frozen

Analysis by Application:

• Horticulture
• Dairy Products
• Meats, Fish and Poultry
• Processed Food Products
• Pharma, Life Sciences and Chemicals
• Others

Regional Analysis:

• Kanto Region
• Kansai/Kinki Region
• Central/Chubu Region
• Kyushu-Okinawa Region
• Tohoku Region
• Chugoku Region
• Hokkaido Region
• Shikoku Region

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Competitive Landscape:

• “K” Line Logistics Ltd. (“K” Line (India) Private Limited)
• Kuehne + Nagel
• Sagawa Express Co. Ltd.

Recent News and Developments in Japan Cold Chain Logistics Market

• In November 2024, Cella Management Pte. Ltd., a subsidiary of Japan-based logistics firm CRE, Inc., in collaboration with PT. Cella Management Logistik, announced the acquisition of the Narogong Cold Storage warehouse, which is a cold storage facility with three varying ranges of temperature.
• In June 2024, Fosun Hive Capital Management announced a joint venture with Idera Capital Management for the acquisition of a cold storage logistics venture in Osaka. The plans include an investment of USD 100 million to develop a cold storage portfolio.
• In March 2024, ELPRO, a global cold chain logistics firm, announced a tactical collaboration with OOSUMI LOGISTICS and Bosch to expand its foothold across Asia Pacific by establishing ELPRO Japan to improve consumer service in the country. The companies will work collaboratively to enhance logistics and warehousing segments.
• In January 2024, Fujitsu Limited and YE DIGITAL CORPORATION announced a tactical partnership to offer services for distribution centers pertaining to certain complications associated with the logistics network in Japan. This alliance will work to solidify sustainability in supply chains.

Key highlights of the report:

• Market Performance (2019-2024)
• Market Outlook (2025-2033)
• COVID-19 Impact on the Market
• Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
• Strategic Recommendations
• Historical, Current and Future Market Trends
• Market Drivers and Success Factors
• SWOT Analysis
• Structure of the Market
• Value Chain Analysis
• Comprehensive Mapping of the Competitive Landscape

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