Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market

Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market Size Was Estimated at USD 3.5 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 5.09% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 6.04 Billion by 2035

According to a research report published by Decision Advisor & Consulting, the Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market size is anticipated to reach USD 6.04 Billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 5.09% from 2025 to 2035. The Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market is driven by rising demand for less-invasive procedures, an aging population, technological advancements in laparoscopic and robotic systems, increasing hospital investments, and growing awareness of faster recovery, precision, and reduced complications.

Market Overview

The Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market are specialized equipment and technology that allow surgeons to do procedures through small incisions. They frequently use cameras, robotic systems, and enhanced imaging. In comparison to traditional open surgery, these gadgets enable surgeons to operate with greater precision, less physical stress, and quicker recovery times. Orthopaedics, cardiology, urology, and gynaecology are examples of applications. The future of minimally invasive surgery technologies seems optimistic, with improvements in robotic surgery, artificial intelligence, and augmented reality likely to improve surgical outcomes, increase patient safety, and make operations more accessible, boosting growth in the healthcare industry.

Government figures reveal that the adoption of minimally invasive procedures is increasing at a 15% yearly rate between 2019 and 2023. According to Japan's Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare, minimally invasive surgery will account for nearly 65% of all surgical procedures in 2023, up from 45% in 2019. This shift mirrors a larger trend toward more modern, patient-friendly surgical choices, demonstrating the country's commitment to improving healthcare outcomes and adapting to demographic shifts.

 The market is witnessing a surge in advanced robotic surgical systems, high-definition endoscopes, and precision-guided instruments. Surgeons are increasingly relying on these cutting-edge technologies for intricate procedures. Patients in Japan are increasingly seeking minimally invasive procedures due to the associated benefits, including reduced scarring, quicker recovery, and lower risk of complications. This shift in patient preferences is prompting healthcare providers to invest in the latest minimally invasive surgery devices.

 Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market based on various segments and regions, and forecasts revenue growth and analyses trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies, such as expansion, product launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition, have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the The Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market.

Driving Factors

The minimally invasive surgery devices markets in Japan are driven by growing preference for minimally invasive operations, including faster recovery times, shorter hospital stays, and fewer post-operative problems. These advantages are especially enticing to the continuously rising elderly population. Technological improvements in surgical instruments, combined with increased healthcare spending, are propelling the industry forward. As consumers demand faster, less intrusive treatments, the healthcare system is reacting, resulting in a shift in surgical techniques.

According to the Japan healthcare technology assessment, hospitals currently pay around ¥2.5 million per sophisticated MIS system, a 25% increase from 2019 levels. This rising cost trend highlights the financial strain on healthcare facilities, which must balance rising costs with maintaining the quality and accessibility of care.

Restraining Factors

The minimally invasive surgery market in Japan is restrained by high device costs, limited reimbursement, regulatory hurdles, and a shortage of skilled surgeons, slowing adoption despite increasing demand and technology advancement.               

Market Segmentation

The Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market share is categorized by product type and application. 

• The endoscopic devices and robotic assisted surgical systems segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. 

The Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market is segmented by product handheld instruments, guiding devices, electrosurgical devices, endoscopic devices, laparoscopic devices, monitoring and visualization devices, robotic assisted surgical systems,and others. Among these, the endoscopic devices and robotic assisted surgical segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The segmental growth is driven by rising demand for minimally invasive procedures, technological advancements, ageing population, precision surgery benefits, reduced recovery time, and increasing hospital adoption in Japan.

• The gynaecological segment dominated the market in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.  

The Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market is segmented by application into cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, gynaecological, orthopaedic, urological, and others. Among these, the gynaecological segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of the segment is due to rising prevalence of reproductive disorders, increasing minimally invasive procedures, technological advancements, growing awareness, and demand for faster recovery, precision, and reduced surgical complications in Japan.

 Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborate analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies                                          

• Olympus Corporation
• Terumo Corporation
• Canon Medical Systems
• Hitachi Medical Corporation
• Fujifilm Holdings Corporation
• Medtronic
• Stryker
• Boston Scientific
• PENTAX Medical
• Others

Key Target Audience   

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Recent Developments              

• In October 2023, Olympus Corporation VISERA X3 surgical endoscopy platform with integrated AI-powered diagnostic capabilities. Offered cutting-edge minimally invasive surgical imaging devices with real-time machine learning analysis and improved 8K resolution.
• In September 2023, Terumo Company HYDROLINE Advanced Robotic-Assisted Surgical Platform, with improved precision micro-instruments, created innovative technologies for minimally invasive cardiovascular interventions.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Decision Advisor has segmented the Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market, By Product Type

• Handheld Instruments
• Guiding Devices
• Electrosurgical Devices
• Endoscopic Devices
• Laparoscopic Devices
• Monitoring and Visualization Devices
• Robotic Assisted Surgical Systems
• Others

Japan Minimally Invasive Surgery Devices Market, By Application

• Cardiovascular
• Gastrointestinal
• Gynaecological
• Orthopaedic
• Urological
• Others  

FAQ’s                           

Q: What is the size of the Japan minimally invasive surgery devices market in 2024?

A: The market was estimated at USD 3.5 billion in 2024.

Q: What is the expected market size by 2035?

A: It is projected to reach USD 6.04 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 5.09%.

Q: Which product segment holds the largest revenue share?

A: Endoscopic devices and robotic-assisted surgical systems accounted for the largest share in 2024.

Q: Which application segment dominates the market?

A: The gynaecological segment dominated the market in 2024 due to increasing minimally invasive procedures and rising reproductive disorder prevalence.

Q: What are the key drivers of the market?

A: Growth is driven by aging population, demand for less-invasive procedures, technological advancements, faster recovery, and hospital investments.

Q: What factors restrain the market?

A: The market is restrained by high device costs, limited reimbursement, regulatory hurdles, and shortage of skilled surgeons