GDP reading: The economy contracted 0.2% on a seasonally adjusted quarter-on-quarter basis in the first quarter, contrasting the fourth quarter’s...
Economic Growth in Japan
apan's GDP growth from 2013-2022 was well below the G7 average. The economy struggled with an aging population and deflationary pressures, despite fiscal and monetary stimulus. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a significant downturn. Long-term growth prospects remained subdued, highlighting the need for structural reforms to address demographic and productivity challenges.
The economy of Japan recorded an average growth rate of 0.6% in the decade to 2022, below the 1.8% average for Major Economies. In 2022, real GDP growth was 1.0%. For more GDP information, visit our dedicated page.
Japan GDP Chart
Note: This chart displays Economic Growth (GDP, annual variation in %) for Japan from 2024 to 2023.
Source: Macrobond.
Japan GDP Data
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economic Growth (GDP, ann. var. %) | -0.4 | -4.2 | 2.7 | 0.9 | 1.5 |
| GDP (USD bn) | 5,117 | 5,054 | 5,035 | 4,262 | 4,211 |
| GDP (JPY bn) | 557,911 | 539,646 | 553,068 | 560,464 | 591,913 |
| Economic Growth (Nominal GDP, ann. var. %) | 0.2 | -3.3 | 2.5 | 1.3 | 5.6 |
Consensus Forecasts and Projections for the next ten years
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