In 2021, close to 320 thousand metric tons of watermelons were produced in Japan, an increase compared to around 311 thousand metric tons in the previous year. Figures steadily decreased over the past decade, with production volumes reaching as high as 370 thousand tons in 2012. While various watermelons are cultivated in Japan, the best known products include square-shaped watermelons and densuke watermelons grown in Hokkaido, which are considered luxury commodities.
Production volume of watermelons in Japan from 2012 to 2021
(in 1,000 metric tons)
*Figures are estimates based on surveys covering major producing prefectures. Figures prior to 2017 come from previous reporting. Source does not state exact date, only month of release. Values have been rounded.
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