Japan’s construction sector saw a sharp acceleration in activity in February 2026, with construction orders rising 42.7% year-over-year, according to data updated on 31 March 2026. The latest reading marks a significant jump from January 2026, when orders were up a more modest 5.7% compared with a year earlier.
Both the current and previous figures reflect year-over-year changes, comparing each month to the same month a year earlier. The February surge suggests a strong rebound in demand for construction projects after a relatively subdued start to the year, highlighting a notable strengthening in Japan’s construction pipeline as the sector moves further into 2026.
