Japan’s exports surged 19.3% year-over-year in June 2026, strengthening from a 16.8% gain in May, according to data updated on 21 July 2026. The figures, measured on a year-over-year basis, highlight a continued acceleration in outbound shipments compared with the same periods a year earlier.
The latest reading shows that June’s export performance outpaced May’s already solid expansion, signaling sustained external demand for Japanese goods. The “actual” June figure reflects the change versus June a year ago, while May’s “previous” reading captured the year-over-year comparison for that month. Together, the back-to-back increases point to robust trade momentum heading into the second half of 2026.
