Only two of the nine markets tracked by Vino Joy News saw both import volume and value fall in the first half of 2026, highlighting pockets of resilience across Asia.
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In the first half of 2026, wine import volume slipped 0.72% from a year earlier, while value rose 5.8% as average prices increased. Japan also imported more wine than mainland China, retaining its position as Asia’s largest wine import market. Read More
Strong sales in Japan and India helped Suntory’s alcohol revenue return to growth, but weakening US demand, distributor destocking and rising supply-chain costs dealt a sharp blow to profits. Read More
Beyond the exhibition halls, perhaps the clearest message from ProWine Tokyo was that Japan remains unusually receptive to new ideas. Read More
ProWine Tokyo 2026 will open next week with nearly 200 exhibitors from 23 countries, as Japan’s largest wine and spirits trade fair continues to position itself as a key gateway to one of Asia’s most premium-driven markets. Read More
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Shipments of Japanese alcoholic beverages denied entry into China surged sharply in January, according to Chinese customs data, as political tensions between the two countries intensify. Read More
Premium demand and a weaker yen drive Japan's higher import value despite a slight drop in shipments. Read More
JancisRobinson.com, the world’s leading independent wine platform founded by renowned Master of Wine Jancis Robinson, has announced the launch of its Japanese-language website, bringing 25 years of accumulated wine expertise to the Japanese wine market. Read More
With Japan set to slash beer taxes in 2026 and erase long-standing price advantages for low-malt alternatives, Suntory is moving early, retooling its bestselling Kinmugi … Read More