Japan Pest Control Products Market

Japan Pest Control Products Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Japan Pest Control Products Market Size Was Estimated at USD 450.3 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of Around 10.55% from 2025 to 2035
• The Japan Pest Control Products Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 1356.7 Million by 2035

According to a research report published by Decision Advisors & Consulting, the Japan pest control products market size is anticipated to reach USD 1356.7 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 10.55% from 2025 to 2035. The pest control products market in Japan is driven by growing urbanization, heightened awareness of cleanliness, stringent regulations pertaining to pest management, expansion of the food processing industry, development in residential and commercial construction, and the need for efficient and environmentally friendly pest control solutions.

Market Overview

The Japan pest control products market is the sector that produces, sells, and applies both chemical and biological agents that are intended to keep residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial areas in Japan free of, or at least to control and eradicate, such pests as insects, rodents, and termites. The Japan pest control products market comprises chemical, biological, and integrated pest management solutions that are utilized in diverse areas such as residential, commercial, agricultural, and industrial. The market growth is primarily attributed to factors such as urbanization, climate change-induced pest invasions, and stringent food safety and hygiene regulations, along with a growing public health risk awareness.

Japan is backing the market for pest control products by means of strict pesticide regulations that serve as a barrier to the entrance of non-pest control methods and the MAFF's advocacy for Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The government agricultural programs are providing financial resources for sustainable pest control research and IPM methods, which, in turn, are boosting the sales of biopesticide and low-toxicity product manufacturers in residential, agricultural, and food safety sectors.

 The market offers potential in areas like environmentally friendly and low-toxic products, urban pest management, and food industry applications. One of the most recent developments has been product launches with less hazardous formulations, and the area of pest management in Japan has witnessed an increase in municipalities and commercial facilities adopting IPM solutions as well.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the Japan pest control products 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 pest control products 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 Japan pest control products market.

Driving Factors

The pest control products market in Japan is driven by urbanization, public health awareness, hygiene demand, and the adoption of food safety regulations. Global warming, as an example, has made it harder to deal with pests, and thus, the customers are more inclined to choose effective solutions. More and more houses are being built, while old structures susceptible to wood-eating insects are still around, and the food and hotel sectors are growing; all these are positive signals for the market. Furthermore, the growing inclination towards pest management services plus professional pest control products that are eco-friendly and low-toxicity is speeding the adoption in both the residential and commercial sectors.

Restraining Factors

The pest control products market in Japan is mostly constrained by strict pesticide regulations, tedious product approval processes, costly compliance, and growing consumer concerns regarding chemical toxicity. They also prefer pest control methods that are non-chemical or preventive, which can slow down rapid product adoption.

Market Segmentation

The Japan pest control products market share is classified into product type and pest type.

• The sprays/aerosols 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 pest control products market is segmented by product type into sprays/aerosols, microbials/biopesticides, repellents, parasites, and microbials/biopesticides. Among these, the sprays/aerosols segment accounted for the largest revenue market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is because they are highly and consistently in demand in both the residential and commercial sectors due to their instant effectiveness, ease of application, widespread availability, and great consumer familiarity, particularly for domestic pest control.

• The crawling insects segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.   

The Japan pest control products market is segmented by pest type into flying insects, crawling insects, rodents, and others. Among these, the crawling insects segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is driven by frequent mosquito and fly infestations, rising concerns over vector-borne diseases, seasonal outbreaks, and strong household demand for sprays, repellents, and electric insect control products across urban and residential areas.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the Japan pest control products 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

• Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.
• Earth Corporation
• Nissan Chemical Corporation
• Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd.
• Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
• OAT Agrio Co., Ltd.
• Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.
• Nippon Soda Co., Ltd.
• Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd.
• Semco Co., Ltd.
• Others

Key Target Audience

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

Recent Developments:

• In September 2025, the shift towards environmentally friendly pest management techniques and sophisticated integrated pest management innovations is still reported, and the market prospects are showing that the urban population growth and hygiene awareness are the major drivers of this strong growth.
• In February 2025, Earth Corporation launched Hadamamomo Mist, a soft, skin-friendly mist-like insect repellent, which is available in portable and household formats, and is promoting it as the most user-friendly and convenient product.
• In October 2024, Rentokil Initial teamed up with Fujitec Pest Solutions to roll out AI-driven, IoT-connected smart pest monitoring systems throughout urban and industrial sites in Japan, to improve pest detection and minimize the use of chemicals.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at the Japan, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Decision Advisors has segmented the Japan pest control products market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Japan Pest Control Products Market, By Product Type

• Sprays/Aerosols
• Microbials/Biopesticides
• Repellents
• Parasites
• Microbials/Biopesticides

Japan Pest Control Products Market, By Pest Type

• Flying Insects
• Crawling Insects
• Rodents
• Others

FAQ’s

Q: What is the Japan pest control products market size?

A: Japan pest control products market size is expected to grow from USD 450.3 million in 2024 to USD 1356.7 million by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 10.55% during the forecast period 2025-2035. 

Q: What are the key growth drivers of the market?

A: Market growth is driven by urbanization, public health awareness, hygiene demand, and the adoption of food safety regulations. Global warming, as an example, has made it harder to deal with pests, and thus, the customers are more inclined to choose effective solutions. More and more houses are being built, while old structures susceptible to wood-eating insects are still around, and the food and hotel sectors are growing; all these are positive signals for the market.

Q: What factors restrain the Japan pest control products market?

A: Constraints include strict pesticide regulations, tedious product approval processes, costly compliance, and growing consumer concerns regarding chemical toxicity. They also prefer pest control methods that are non-chemical or preventive, which can slow down rapid product adoption.

Q: How is the market segmented by product type?

A: The market is segmented into sprays/aerosols, microbials/biopesticides, repellents, parasites, and microbials/biopesticides.

Q: Who are the key players in the Japan pest control products market?

A: Key companies include Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd., Earth Corporation, Nissan Chemical Corporation, Nihon Nohyaku Co., Ltd., Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., OAT Agrio Co., Ltd., Hokko Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Nippon Soda Co., Ltd., Ishihara Sangyo Kaisha, Ltd., Semco Co., Ltd., and Others.

Q: Who are the target audiences for this market report?

A: The report targets market players, investors, end-users, government authorities, consulting and research firms, venture capitalists, and value-added resellers (VARs).