For Japanese importers sourcing from India

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to Japan

India exported $6.0B to Japan in FY25-26 (-3.4% YoY growth). Access 10,000+ GSTIN + IEC verified Indian exporters via diipl. We verify your sourcing requirement and schedule a direct meeting with the ideal Indian manufacturer. No brokers, no shell traders, no guessing game with strangers on listing platforms.

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India to Japan Trade Data (FY25-26)

Source: DGFT / Ministry of Commerce public statistics

India Exports

$6.0B

India Imports

$21.4B

Trade Balance

-$15.4B

YoY Growth

-3.4%

Top Indian Exports to Japan

ProductValue (USD)
Transport & Vehicles$1.0B
Base Metals & Metal Products$0.8B
Organic & Inorganic Chemicals$0.8B
Machinery & Mechanical Equipment$0.6B
Agriculture & Allied$0.6B

Key Facts

India and Japan have had a CEPA since 2011, reducing tariffs across most trade lines

Japan is a major source of foreign direct investment for India

Japanese companies run a large number of manufacturing facilities in India

India-Japan partnership on high-speed rail, defense, and semiconductor manufacturing

How Japanese buyers source from India via diipl

1

Submit requirement

Product, volume, certifications, timeline. No GST needed for international buyers.

2

We verify

Our team confirms your sourcing need and company legitimacy within two business days.

3

Matched manufacturer

We match you with a verified Indian seller whose capacity and certifications fit your requirement.

4

Meet and trade

Direct meeting scheduled. You negotiate, sample, and place orders directly.

Frequently asked questions: India to Japan trade

What does India export to Japan?
In FY25-26, India's top exports to Japan are transport & vehicles ($1.0B), base metals & metal products ($0.8B), organic & inorganic chemicals ($0.8B), machinery & mechanical equipment ($0.6B), and agriculture & allied products ($0.6B). Total Indian exports to Japan were $6.0B (down 3.4% YoY), and under the India-Japan CEPA most trade lines enjoy reduced tariffs. diipl researches Japanese buyer demand by category, targets active importers, and verifies each buyer before a scheduled meeting.
What is the India-Japan CEPA?
The India-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (since 2011) provides preferential tariff treatment across most traded goods. Japanese importers can access reduced duties on Indian seafood, textiles, chemicals, and engineering goods.
How can Japanese companies source from India?
Register on diipl as an international buyer. Many Japanese trading houses (sogo shosha) and manufacturers already source from India. Our platform connects you with GSTIN-verified MSMEs for direct procurement. No local registration needed.
What quality standards do Indian exporters meet for Japan?
Japan requires JIS (Japanese Industrial Standards), JAS (agricultural), MHLW approval (pharma/food), and PSE/S-Mark for electrical goods. Indian exporters to Japan typically hold ISO 9001 and product-specific Japanese certifications.
What is the shipping time from India to Japan?
Sea freight from Indian East Coast (Chennai, Vizag) to Tokyo/Yokohama takes 14-18 days. From West Coast (Mumbai) it takes 18-22 days. Air freight takes 8-10 hours. India-Japan trade benefits from dedicated shipping lines with regular weekly services.

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