economy

February 18, 2026

Japan exports growth surges to over 3-year high, up nearly 17% in January, as shipments to China soar

Value of exports to China, Japan's largest trading partner, jumped 32%, after rising 5.6% in December.

Japan exports growth surges to over 3-year high, up nearly 17% in January, as shipments to China soar

TL;DR

  • Japanese exports increased by 16.8% in January, the fastest rate since November 2022.
  • Shipments to Asia and Western Europe saw significant growth, contributing to the overall surge.
  • Exports to China, Japan's largest trading partner, jumped by 32%.
  • Imports fell by 2.5% in January, a contrast to the export growth.
  • A new trade deal with the U.S. includes a Japanese pledge of $550 billion in investments.
  • Key growth commodities included food, machinery, and electrical machinery.
  • Previous export performance in 2025 was impacted by U.S. tariffs but saw a rebound after a trade deal was announced.

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