GITNUXREPORT 2026

Hokkaido Industry Statistics

Hokkaido dominates Japan's agricultural, dairy, seafood, and renewable energy industries.

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First published: Feb 13, 2026

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In fiscal year 2022, Hokkaido's potato production reached 1.85 million tons, accounting for 81.2% of Japan's total potato output.

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Hokkaido cultivated 45,200 hectares of wheat in 2021, yielding 312,000 tons and representing 68.5% of national production.

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Sugar beet production in Hokkaido totaled 4.2 million tons in 2022, comprising 99.8% of Japan's entire sugar beet harvest.

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In 2023, Hokkaido's adzuki bean output was 28,500 tons from 12,400 hectares, holding 92% market share nationally.

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Hokkaido produced 1.12 million tons of onions in 2022, 45.3% of Japan's total, with average yield of 62 tons per hectare.

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Asparagus cultivation in Hokkaido spanned 2,800 hectares in 2021, producing 18,000 tons or 32% of national supply.

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In 2022, Hokkaido's pumpkin production hit 145,000 tons from 4,500 hectares, 78% of Japan's pumpkins.

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Soybean acreage in Hokkaido reached 78,000 hectares in 2022, with output of 285,000 tons, 15% nationally.

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Hokkaido's carrot production was 210,000 tons in 2021 from 5,200 hectares, contributing 41% to Japan.

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In 2023, 15,300 hectares of corn for silage were harvested in Hokkaido, yielding 1.05 million tons.

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Flower bulb production, especially tulips, covered 1,200 hectares in Hokkaido in 2022, 95% of national tulips.

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Hokkaido's apple orchards produced 78,000 tons in 2022 from 4,100 hectares, 12% of Japan's apples.

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In 2021, 3,200 tons of strawberries were grown in Hokkaido on 450 hectares, with high-tech greenhouse tech.

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Rape seed cultivation in Hokkaido yielded 12,000 tons in 2022 from 18,000 hectares, 88% nationally.

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Hokkaido harvested 56,000 tons of barley in 2023 from 22,000 hectares, supporting local beer industry.

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In 2022, 9,800 hectares of oats were sown in Hokkaido, producing 42,000 tons for feed.

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Greenhouse vegetable production in Hokkaido reached 250,000 tons in 2021, led by tomatoes at 120,000 tons.

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Hokkaido's forage crop area was 420,000 hectares in 2022, vital for dairy livestock.

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In 2023, organic farming in Hokkaido covered 15,000 hectares, producing 45,000 tons certified organic.

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Precision agriculture adoption in Hokkaido farms reached 35% in 2022, boosting yields by 18%.

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Hokkaido exported 180,000 tons of agricultural products in 2022, mainly potatoes to Asia.

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Number of farm households in Hokkaido was 42,500 in 2021, with average farm size 26 hectares.

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Agricultural GDP contribution in Hokkaido was 1.2 trillion yen in 2022, 25% of prefectural total.

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Irrigation efficiency in Hokkaido improved to 92% in 2023 via smart systems on 150,000 hectares.

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Hokkaido's rice production was 620,000 tons in 2022 from 85,000 hectares, premium Kitakogane variety dominant.

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In 2021, 28,000 tons of cucumbers from 1,800 hectares in Hokkaido, 22% national share.

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Melon production hit 12,500 tons in 2022 from 650 hectares, luxury Yubari King melons.

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Hokkaido's garlic output was 5,200 tons in 2023, from 450 hectares.

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In 2022, 3,500 hectares of buckwheat produced 11,000 tons in Hokkaido.

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Forestry timber production in Hokkaido was 1.8 million cubic meters in 2022, mainly larch.

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Hokkaido's raw milk production was 4.28 million tons in 2022, 55.3% of Japan's total milk supply.

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Dairy cow population in Hokkaido reached 1.09 million heads in 2023, averaging 10,200 kg milk per cow annually.

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In 2022, Hokkaido cheese production totaled 45,000 tons, with 78% exported or used domestically premium.

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Butter output from Hokkaido dairies was 112,000 tons in 2021, 60% of national production.

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Hokkaido had 4,200 dairy farms in 2023, with average herd size of 260 cows per farm.

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Yogurt production in Hokkaido reached 28,000 tons in 2022, led by local brands like Gaba.

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In 2023, ice cream manufacturing from Hokkaido milk hit 65,000 tons, 42% market share.

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Hokkaido's condensed milk production was 15,200 tons in 2022 for confectionery use.

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Milk powder exports from Hokkaido totaled 22,000 tons in 2023, mainly to Asia.

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Organic dairy farms in Hokkaido numbered 320 in 2022, producing 85,000 tons milk.

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Beef production from Hokkaido Holstein culled cows was 98,000 tons in 2022.

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Dairy farm automation rate in Hokkaido reached 68% in 2023 with robotic milking.

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Hokkaido powdered milk production was 180,000 tons in 2022, 52% national.

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In 2021, 1.2 million tons of fresh milk consumed locally in Hokkaido.

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Dairy cooperatives in Hokkaido handled 95% of milk, revenue 850 billion yen in 2022.

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Hokkaido goat milk production grew to 1,200 tons in 2023 from 45 farms.

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Feed cost for Hokkaido dairy cows averaged 180 yen per liter milk in 2022.

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Milk quality somatic cell count averaged 120,000/ml in Hokkaido 2023, top nationally.

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Hokkaido dairy exports value reached 120 billion yen in 2022, cheese dominant.

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In 2022, 450 new dairy barns built in Hokkaido with IoT tech.

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Hokkaido cream production was 35,000 tons in 2023 for desserts.

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Dairy cow health monitoring apps used on 75% Hokkaido farms 2023.

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Hokkaido produced 8,500 tons fermented milk drinks in 2022.

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Average milk fat content in Hokkaido was 3.95% in 2023.

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Dairy farm income per cow in Hokkaido averaged 450,000 yen in 2022.

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Hokkaido supplied 70% Japan's natural cheese in 2022.

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Hokkaido's wind power capacity installed reached 1,850 MW in 2023, generating 4.2 billion kWh annually.

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Geothermal power plants in Hokkaido produced 320 GWh in 2022 from 5 facilities.

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Tomari Nuclear Power Plant contributed 8 TWh electricity in 2021 before decommissioning.

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Hydroelectric generation in Hokkaido totaled 15.2 TWh in 2023, 22% of prefectural supply.

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Biomass power from wood chips: 1.8 TWh output from 12 plants in 2022.

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Solar PV installations in Hokkaido: 1,200 MW capacity by end 2023.

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Coal-fired power reduction: Hokkaido cut coal use by 25% to 12 TWh in 2023.

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Hydrogen production pilot in Ishikari: 1,200 tons green hydrogen 2023.

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Energy self-sufficiency rate in Hokkaido: 78% renewable mix in 2022.

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Offshore wind potential surveyed: 14 GW feasible off Hokkaido coasts 2023.

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Number of EV charging stations: 2,500 across Hokkaido in 2023.

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District heating from geothermal: Serves 45,000 households in Sapporo 2022.

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Peak power demand in Hokkaido winter: 8.5 GW in January 2023.

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Renewable energy subsidies: 150 billion yen invested 2022-2023.

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Microgrid projects: 15 operational supplying remote islands 2023.

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Energy storage batteries installed: 200 MWh capacity 2023.

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Pacific saury catch in Hokkaido waters was 45,000 tons in 2022, 28% of Japan total.

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Hokkaido's scallop aquaculture production reached 210,000 tons in 2023, 92% national share.

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In 2022, squid landings at Hokkaido ports totaled 152,000 tons, mainly Todarodes pacificus.

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Salmon farming in Hokkaido produced 78,000 tons in 2023 from 120 sites.

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Hokkaido crab harvest, king crab dominant, was 12,500 tons in 2022.

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Sea urchin fishery in Hokkaido yielded 5,800 tons in 2023, 85% of Japan.

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Pollock catch off Hokkaido coasts reached 320,000 tons in 2022.

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Oyster production in Hokkaido bays was 28,000 tons in 2023.

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Hokkaido seaweed harvest, kombu kelp, totaled 1.2 million tons wet weight 2022.

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Shrimp trawl fishery in Hokkaido produced 18,000 tons in 2023.

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Abalone diving harvest in Hokkaido was 450 tons in 2022 from Rishiri.

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Aquaculture trout farms in Hokkaido output 9,200 tons in 2023.

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Hokkaido sardine purse seine catch was 95,000 tons in 2022.

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Surf clam dredging in Hokkaido yielded 15,000 tons in 2023.

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Number of fishing vessels in Hokkaido ports: 8,500 in 2022.

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Hokkaido seafood processing employment: 45,000 workers in 2023.

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Frozen seafood exports from Hokkaido: 450,000 tons value 300 billion yen 2022.

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Sustainable fishing certification (MSC) for Hokkaido pollock: 85% stocks 2023.

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Aquaculture area in Hokkaido: 25,000 hectares coastal in 2022.

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Fish market auction volume at Otaru: 120,000 tons annually 2023.

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Hokkaido herring roe production: 4,500 tons in 2022.

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Octopus trap fishery yield: 6,800 tons in Hokkaido 2023.

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Sea cucumber harvest: 2,100 tons from diving in 2022.

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Mackerel landings: 28,000 tons in Nemuro 2023.

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Aquaculture scallop processing rate: 98% in Hokkaido factories 2022.

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Fisheries GDP in Hokkaido: 650 billion yen in 2023.

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Invasive species control budget for Hokkaido fisheries: 2.5 billion yen 2022.

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Hokkaido beer production by Sapporo Breweries was 450,000 kiloliters in 2022, 65% from local barley.

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Paper and pulp output in Kushiro mills reached 1.2 million tons in 2023.

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Hokkaido electronics components manufacturing value: 280 billion yen in 2022.

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Ramen noodle production factories in Hokkaido produced 150,000 tons dry weight 2023.

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Dairy processing plants in Hokkaido: 180 facilities processing 4 million tons milk yearly 2022.

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Seafood canning industry output: 95,000 tons in 2023 from Abashiri.

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Potato starch production: 320,000 tons from Hokkaido tubers in 2022.

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Pharmaceutical manufacturing in Hokkaido generated 150 billion yen revenue 2023.

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Precision machinery exports from Hokkaido: 120 billion yen in 2022.

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Chocolate and confectionery production using Hokkaido milk: 45,000 tons 2023.

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Cement production in Hokkaido plants: 2.8 million tons in 2022.

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Frozen food manufacturing value: 900 billion yen industry-wide in Hokkaido 2023.

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Glass bottle production for beverages: 500 million units from Tomakomai 2022.

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Auto parts manufacturing employment: 12,000 workers in Hokkaido 2023.

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Soy sauce production from Hokkaido soybeans: 28,000 kiloliters 2022.

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Wood processing sawmills output: 900,000 cubic meters lumber 2023.

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Semiconductor wafer processing facilities in Hokkaido produced 1.5 million wafers 2022.

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Miso paste factories output: 65,000 tons using local grains 2023.

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Tire manufacturing plant in Ebetsu produced 4 million units 2022.

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Bakery products from Hokkaido wheat: 180,000 tons annually 2023.

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Chemical fertilizers production: 250,000 tons for local farms 2022.

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Distilled spirits from potatoes: 12,000 kiloliters vodka 2023.

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Metal fabrication value: 400 billion yen in Otaru factories 2022.

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Textiles from local wool: 5,500 tons fabric 2023.

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Plastic packaging for seafood: 120,000 tons produced 2022.

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Wind power turbine manufacturing components: 15,000 units from Muroran 2023.

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Hokkaido visitor arrivals totaled 42 million in 2023, up 15% from 2022.

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Sapporo Snow Festival attendance: 2.1 million visitors in February 2023.

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Furano ski resort skier visits: 850,000 in 2022-2023 season.

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Hot spring (onsen) facilities: 300 locations hosting 12 million bathers yearly 2023.

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Niseko international ski guests: 650,000 mostly foreign in 2023.

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Hokkaido Shinkansen extension economic impact: 50 billion yen tourism boost 2023.

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Lavender farm visitors in Furano: 1.2 million summer 2023.

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Cruise ship port calls at Otaru: 120 ships, 250,000 passengers 2023.

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Wildlife tourism revenue: 180 billion yen from bear watching etc. 2022.

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Hotel occupancy rate average 72% in Hokkaido 2023.

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Foreign tourists to Hokkaido: 8.5 million in 2023, 45% from Asia.

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Golf course visitors: 2.8 million rounds played 2023.

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Noboribetsu Hell Valley annual footfall: 3.5 million 2022.

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Seafood market tourism spend: 120 billion yen in Kushiro 2023.

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Adventure tourism participants: 450,000 rafting/hiking 2023.

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Cultural festival attendance: 5.2 million across 200 events 2023.

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Ryokan traditional inns: 1,200 serving 15 million guest-nights 2022.

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Eco-tourism certification sites: 85 locations attracting 2 million 2023.

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Winter illumination events visitors: 4.8 million in Otaru/Canada Hill 2023.

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Food tourism revenue from Genghis Khan BBQ: 250 billion yen 2022.

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Airport passenger throughput New Chitose: 18 million in 2023.

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Forget everything you think you know about Japan's industrial output, because Hokkaido's vast and diverse landscape is not just picturesque—it's a staggering agricultural powerhouse that feeds the nation, from dominating 99.8% of the sugar beet harvest to producing over half of Japan's milk.

Key Takeaways

In fiscal year 2022, Hokkaido's potato production reached 1.85 million tons, accounting for 81.2% of Japan's total potato output.
Hokkaido cultivated 45,200 hectares of wheat in 2021, yielding 312,000 tons and representing 68.5% of national production.
Sugar beet production in Hokkaido totaled 4.2 million tons in 2022, comprising 99.8% of Japan's entire sugar beet harvest.
Hokkaido's raw milk production was 4.28 million tons in 2022, 55.3% of Japan's total milk supply.
Dairy cow population in Hokkaido reached 1.09 million heads in 2023, averaging 10,200 kg milk per cow annually.
In 2022, Hokkaido cheese production totaled 45,000 tons, with 78% exported or used domestically premium.
Pacific saury catch in Hokkaido waters was 45,000 tons in 2022, 28% of Japan total.
Hokkaido's scallop aquaculture production reached 210,000 tons in 2023, 92% national share.
In 2022, squid landings at Hokkaido ports totaled 152,000 tons, mainly Todarodes pacificus.
Hokkaido beer production by Sapporo Breweries was 450,000 kiloliters in 2022, 65% from local barley.
Paper and pulp output in Kushiro mills reached 1.2 million tons in 2023.
Hokkaido electronics components manufacturing value: 280 billion yen in 2022.
Hokkaido's wind power capacity installed reached 1,850 MW in 2023, generating 4.2 billion kWh annually.
Geothermal power plants in Hokkaido produced 320 GWh in 2022 from 5 facilities.
Tomari Nuclear Power Plant contributed 8 TWh electricity in 2021 before decommissioning.

Hokkaido dominates Japan's agricultural, dairy, seafood, and renewable energy industries.

Agriculture

In fiscal year 2022, Hokkaido's potato production reached 1.85 million tons, accounting for 81.2% of Japan's total potato output.
Hokkaido cultivated 45,200 hectares of wheat in 2021, yielding 312,000 tons and representing 68.5% of national production.
Sugar beet production in Hokkaido totaled 4.2 million tons in 2022, comprising 99.8% of Japan's entire sugar beet harvest.
In 2023, Hokkaido's adzuki bean output was 28,500 tons from 12,400 hectares, holding 92% market share nationally.
Hokkaido produced 1.12 million tons of onions in 2022, 45.3% of Japan's total, with average yield of 62 tons per hectare.
Asparagus cultivation in Hokkaido spanned 2,800 hectares in 2021, producing 18,000 tons or 32% of national supply.
In 2022, Hokkaido's pumpkin production hit 145,000 tons from 4,500 hectares, 78% of Japan's pumpkins.
Soybean acreage in Hokkaido reached 78,000 hectares in 2022, with output of 285,000 tons, 15% nationally.
Hokkaido's carrot production was 210,000 tons in 2021 from 5,200 hectares, contributing 41% to Japan.
In 2023, 15,300 hectares of corn for silage were harvested in Hokkaido, yielding 1.05 million tons.
Flower bulb production, especially tulips, covered 1,200 hectares in Hokkaido in 2022, 95% of national tulips.
Hokkaido's apple orchards produced 78,000 tons in 2022 from 4,100 hectares, 12% of Japan's apples.
In 2021, 3,200 tons of strawberries were grown in Hokkaido on 450 hectares, with high-tech greenhouse tech.
Rape seed cultivation in Hokkaido yielded 12,000 tons in 2022 from 18,000 hectares, 88% nationally.
Hokkaido harvested 56,000 tons of barley in 2023 from 22,000 hectares, supporting local beer industry.
In 2022, 9,800 hectares of oats were sown in Hokkaido, producing 42,000 tons for feed.
Greenhouse vegetable production in Hokkaido reached 250,000 tons in 2021, led by tomatoes at 120,000 tons.
Hokkaido's forage crop area was 420,000 hectares in 2022, vital for dairy livestock.
In 2023, organic farming in Hokkaido covered 15,000 hectares, producing 45,000 tons certified organic.
Precision agriculture adoption in Hokkaido farms reached 35% in 2022, boosting yields by 18%.
Hokkaido exported 180,000 tons of agricultural products in 2022, mainly potatoes to Asia.
Number of farm households in Hokkaido was 42,500 in 2021, with average farm size 26 hectares.
Agricultural GDP contribution in Hokkaido was 1.2 trillion yen in 2022, 25% of prefectural total.
Irrigation efficiency in Hokkaido improved to 92% in 2023 via smart systems on 150,000 hectares.
Hokkaido's rice production was 620,000 tons in 2022 from 85,000 hectares, premium Kitakogane variety dominant.
In 2021, 28,000 tons of cucumbers from 1,800 hectares in Hokkaido, 22% national share.
Melon production hit 12,500 tons in 2022 from 650 hectares, luxury Yubari King melons.
Hokkaido's garlic output was 5,200 tons in 2023, from 450 hectares.
In 2022, 3,500 hectares of buckwheat produced 11,000 tons in Hokkaido.
Forestry timber production in Hokkaido was 1.8 million cubic meters in 2022, mainly larch.

Agriculture Interpretation

If Japan’s dinner plate were a pie chart, Hokkaido would be holding the knife and serving itself an 80% slice, proving that the nation’s food security comfortably wears a northern sweater.

Dairy

Hokkaido's raw milk production was 4.28 million tons in 2022, 55.3% of Japan's total milk supply.
Dairy cow population in Hokkaido reached 1.09 million heads in 2023, averaging 10,200 kg milk per cow annually.
In 2022, Hokkaido cheese production totaled 45,000 tons, with 78% exported or used domestically premium.
Butter output from Hokkaido dairies was 112,000 tons in 2021, 60% of national production.
Hokkaido had 4,200 dairy farms in 2023, with average herd size of 260 cows per farm.
Yogurt production in Hokkaido reached 28,000 tons in 2022, led by local brands like Gaba.
In 2023, ice cream manufacturing from Hokkaido milk hit 65,000 tons, 42% market share.
Hokkaido's condensed milk production was 15,200 tons in 2022 for confectionery use.
Milk powder exports from Hokkaido totaled 22,000 tons in 2023, mainly to Asia.
Organic dairy farms in Hokkaido numbered 320 in 2022, producing 85,000 tons milk.
Beef production from Hokkaido Holstein culled cows was 98,000 tons in 2022.
Dairy farm automation rate in Hokkaido reached 68% in 2023 with robotic milking.
Hokkaido powdered milk production was 180,000 tons in 2022, 52% national.
In 2021, 1.2 million tons of fresh milk consumed locally in Hokkaido.
Dairy cooperatives in Hokkaido handled 95% of milk, revenue 850 billion yen in 2022.
Hokkaido goat milk production grew to 1,200 tons in 2023 from 45 farms.
Feed cost for Hokkaido dairy cows averaged 180 yen per liter milk in 2022.
Milk quality somatic cell count averaged 120,000/ml in Hokkaido 2023, top nationally.
Hokkaido dairy exports value reached 120 billion yen in 2022, cheese dominant.
In 2022, 450 new dairy barns built in Hokkaido with IoT tech.
Hokkaido cream production was 35,000 tons in 2023 for desserts.
Dairy cow health monitoring apps used on 75% Hokkaido farms 2023.
Hokkaido produced 8,500 tons fermented milk drinks in 2022.
Average milk fat content in Hokkaido was 3.95% in 2023.
Dairy farm income per cow in Hokkaido averaged 450,000 yen in 2022.
Hokkaido supplied 70% Japan's natural cheese in 2022.

Dairy Interpretation

While Hokkaido's cows are living their best, highly monitored lives producing over half of Japan's milk with remarkable efficiency, the island has essentially become the nation's indispensable, automated, and cheese-dominant dairy powerhouse.

Energy

Hokkaido's wind power capacity installed reached 1,850 MW in 2023, generating 4.2 billion kWh annually.
Geothermal power plants in Hokkaido produced 320 GWh in 2022 from 5 facilities.
Tomari Nuclear Power Plant contributed 8 TWh electricity in 2021 before decommissioning.
Hydroelectric generation in Hokkaido totaled 15.2 TWh in 2023, 22% of prefectural supply.
Biomass power from wood chips: 1.8 TWh output from 12 plants in 2022.
Solar PV installations in Hokkaido: 1,200 MW capacity by end 2023.
Coal-fired power reduction: Hokkaido cut coal use by 25% to 12 TWh in 2023.
Hydrogen production pilot in Ishikari: 1,200 tons green hydrogen 2023.
Energy self-sufficiency rate in Hokkaido: 78% renewable mix in 2022.
Offshore wind potential surveyed: 14 GW feasible off Hokkaido coasts 2023.
Number of EV charging stations: 2,500 across Hokkaido in 2023.
District heating from geothermal: Serves 45,000 households in Sapporo 2022.
Peak power demand in Hokkaido winter: 8.5 GW in January 2023.
Renewable energy subsidies: 150 billion yen invested 2022-2023.
Microgrid projects: 15 operational supplying remote islands 2023.
Energy storage batteries installed: 200 MWh capacity 2023.

Energy Interpretation

While its decommissioned nuclear plant is a ghost of energy past, Hokkaido is currently generating a promising future with a dynamic 78% renewable mix, although its 8.5 GW winter peak demand reveals the persistent chill in its energy transition challenge.

Fisheries

Pacific saury catch in Hokkaido waters was 45,000 tons in 2022, 28% of Japan total.
Hokkaido's scallop aquaculture production reached 210,000 tons in 2023, 92% national share.
In 2022, squid landings at Hokkaido ports totaled 152,000 tons, mainly Todarodes pacificus.
Salmon farming in Hokkaido produced 78,000 tons in 2023 from 120 sites.
Hokkaido crab harvest, king crab dominant, was 12,500 tons in 2022.
Sea urchin fishery in Hokkaido yielded 5,800 tons in 2023, 85% of Japan.
Pollock catch off Hokkaido coasts reached 320,000 tons in 2022.
Oyster production in Hokkaido bays was 28,000 tons in 2023.
Hokkaido seaweed harvest, kombu kelp, totaled 1.2 million tons wet weight 2022.
Shrimp trawl fishery in Hokkaido produced 18,000 tons in 2023.
Abalone diving harvest in Hokkaido was 450 tons in 2022 from Rishiri.
Aquaculture trout farms in Hokkaido output 9,200 tons in 2023.
Hokkaido sardine purse seine catch was 95,000 tons in 2022.
Surf clam dredging in Hokkaido yielded 15,000 tons in 2023.
Number of fishing vessels in Hokkaido ports: 8,500 in 2022.
Hokkaido seafood processing employment: 45,000 workers in 2023.
Frozen seafood exports from Hokkaido: 450,000 tons value 300 billion yen 2022.
Sustainable fishing certification (MSC) for Hokkaido pollock: 85% stocks 2023.
Aquaculture area in Hokkaido: 25,000 hectares coastal in 2022.
Fish market auction volume at Otaru: 120,000 tons annually 2023.
Hokkaido herring roe production: 4,500 tons in 2022.
Octopus trap fishery yield: 6,800 tons in Hokkaido 2023.
Sea cucumber harvest: 2,100 tons from diving in 2022.
Mackerel landings: 28,000 tons in Nemuro 2023.
Aquaculture scallop processing rate: 98% in Hokkaido factories 2022.
Fisheries GDP in Hokkaido: 650 billion yen in 2023.
Invasive species control budget for Hokkaido fisheries: 2.5 billion yen 2022.

Fisheries Interpretation

While Hokkaido is single-handedly keeping Japan's bento boxes stocked—with scallop dominion, pollock preeminence, and enough kombu to wrap the archipelago—its true success lies in the billion-dollar calculus of sustainably managing this marine bounty against the rising tide of ecological challenges.

Manufacturing

Hokkaido beer production by Sapporo Breweries was 450,000 kiloliters in 2022, 65% from local barley.
Paper and pulp output in Kushiro mills reached 1.2 million tons in 2023.
Hokkaido electronics components manufacturing value: 280 billion yen in 2022.
Ramen noodle production factories in Hokkaido produced 150,000 tons dry weight 2023.
Dairy processing plants in Hokkaido: 180 facilities processing 4 million tons milk yearly 2022.
Seafood canning industry output: 95,000 tons in 2023 from Abashiri.
Potato starch production: 320,000 tons from Hokkaido tubers in 2022.
Pharmaceutical manufacturing in Hokkaido generated 150 billion yen revenue 2023.
Precision machinery exports from Hokkaido: 120 billion yen in 2022.
Chocolate and confectionery production using Hokkaido milk: 45,000 tons 2023.
Cement production in Hokkaido plants: 2.8 million tons in 2022.
Frozen food manufacturing value: 900 billion yen industry-wide in Hokkaido 2023.
Glass bottle production for beverages: 500 million units from Tomakomai 2022.
Auto parts manufacturing employment: 12,000 workers in Hokkaido 2023.
Soy sauce production from Hokkaido soybeans: 28,000 kiloliters 2022.
Wood processing sawmills output: 900,000 cubic meters lumber 2023.
Semiconductor wafer processing facilities in Hokkaido produced 1.5 million wafers 2022.
Miso paste factories output: 65,000 tons using local grains 2023.
Tire manufacturing plant in Ebetsu produced 4 million units 2022.
Bakery products from Hokkaido wheat: 180,000 tons annually 2023.
Chemical fertilizers production: 250,000 tons for local farms 2022.
Distilled spirits from potatoes: 12,000 kiloliters vodka 2023.
Metal fabrication value: 400 billion yen in Otaru factories 2022.
Textiles from local wool: 5,500 tons fabric 2023.
Plastic packaging for seafood: 120,000 tons produced 2022.
Wind power turbine manufacturing components: 15,000 units from Muroran 2023.

Manufacturing Interpretation

Hokkaido’s economy cleverly blends the old and the new, distilling its rich agricultural roots—from barley-rich beers to potato-based vodkas—into the high-tech precision of semiconductor wafers and wind turbines, proving that an island built on farms and fisheries can also ferment a surprisingly robust industrial prowess.

Tourism

Hokkaido visitor arrivals totaled 42 million in 2023, up 15% from 2022.
Sapporo Snow Festival attendance: 2.1 million visitors in February 2023.
Furano ski resort skier visits: 850,000 in 2022-2023 season.
Hot spring (onsen) facilities: 300 locations hosting 12 million bathers yearly 2023.
Niseko international ski guests: 650,000 mostly foreign in 2023.
Hokkaido Shinkansen extension economic impact: 50 billion yen tourism boost 2023.
Lavender farm visitors in Furano: 1.2 million summer 2023.
Cruise ship port calls at Otaru: 120 ships, 250,000 passengers 2023.
Wildlife tourism revenue: 180 billion yen from bear watching etc. 2022.
Hotel occupancy rate average 72% in Hokkaido 2023.
Foreign tourists to Hokkaido: 8.5 million in 2023, 45% from Asia.
Golf course visitors: 2.8 million rounds played 2023.
Noboribetsu Hell Valley annual footfall: 3.5 million 2022.
Seafood market tourism spend: 120 billion yen in Kushiro 2023.
Adventure tourism participants: 450,000 rafting/hiking 2023.
Cultural festival attendance: 5.2 million across 200 events 2023.
Ryokan traditional inns: 1,200 serving 15 million guest-nights 2022.
Eco-tourism certification sites: 85 locations attracting 2 million 2023.
Winter illumination events visitors: 4.8 million in Otaru/Canada Hill 2023.
Food tourism revenue from Genghis Khan BBQ: 250 billion yen 2022.
Airport passenger throughput New Chitose: 18 million in 2023.

Tourism Interpretation

Despite Sapporo's snow gods and Furano's lavender fields luring in a record 42 million visitors, Hokkaido's real economic engine is a sizzling, deliciously simple truth: nothing fuels tourism like a hot spring soak, a plate of grilled lamb, and the quiet satisfaction of knowing a bear is watching you watch it.

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