Market overview
The global miso market is worth USD 2.1 bn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 3.2 bn by 2036, growing at a 4.5% CAGR. Japan is the largest country market and Rice miso is the largest by type segment.
| Scope | Fermented soybean paste known as miso, sold as white, yellow and red pastes and instant miso products to retail and foodservice. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 2.0 bn |
| Value 2026 | USD 2.1 bn |
| Value 2036 | USD 3.2 bn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 4.5% |
| Volume 2026 | 576,634 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 810,679 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 3,607 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Miso market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 2.1 bn |
| 2027 | USD 2.2 bn |
| 2028 | USD 2.3 bn |
| 2029 | USD 2.4 bn |
| 2030 | USD 2.5 bn |
| 2031 | USD 2.6 bn |
| 2032 | USD 2.7 bn |
| 2033 | USD 2.8 bn |
| 2034 | USD 3.0 bn |
| 2035 | USD 3.1 bn |
| 2036 | USD 3.2 bn |
Miso market segmentation
By type
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice miso | 76.0% | 75.5% | USD 1.6 bn | 4.4% |
| Barley miso | 8.0% | 7.2% | USD 166 mn | 3.4% |
| Soybean miso | 12.0% | 12.5% | USD 250 mn | 4.9% |
| Others | 4.0% | 4.8% | USD 83 mn | 6.4% |
By form
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paste | 74.0% | 68.5% | USD 1.5 bn | 3.7% |
| Instant and powder | 16.0% | 19.7% | USD 333 mn | 6.7% |
| Liquid and ready seasoning | 10.0% | 11.8% | USD 208 mn | 6.2% |
By channel
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail | 58.0% | 56.5% | USD 1.2 bn | 4.2% |
| Foodservice | 30.0% | 30.7% | USD 624 mn | 4.7% |
| Industrial | 12.0% | 12.9% | USD 250 mn | 5.2% |
By production method
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Traditional koji-aged | 46.0% | 43.0% | USD 957 mn | 3.8% |
| Fast-fermented industrial | 38.0% | 38.0% | USD 790 mn | 4.5% |
| Organic and non-GMO certified | 16.0% | 19.0% | USD 333 mn | 6.3% |
By colour
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White (shiro) | 26.0% | 25.0% | USD 541 mn | 4.1% |
| Yellow (shinshu) | 41.0% | 39.0% | USD 853 mn | 4.0% |
| Red (aka) | 28.0% | 28.0% | USD 582 mn | 4.5% |
| Dark and specialty | 5.0% | 8.0% | USD 104 mn | 9.5% |
Top 25 countries for miso by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 88.5% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 96.5%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Japan | USD 1.3 bn | 62.0% | USD 1.8 bn | 3.5% |
| 2 | United States | USD 208 mn | 10.0% | USD 410 mn | 7.0% |
| 3 | Canada | USD 52 mn | 2.5% | USD 103 mn | 7.1% |
| 4 | United Kingdom | USD 52 mn | 2.5% | USD 97 mn | 6.4% |
| 5 | Australia | USD 52 mn | 2.5% | USD 97 mn | 6.4% |
| 6 | Germany | USD 42 mn | 2.0% | USD 78 mn | 6.4% |
| 7 | France | USD 42 mn | 2.0% | USD 78 mn | 6.4% |
| 8 | Taiwan | USD 42 mn | 2.0% | USD 68 mn | 5.0% |
| 9 | Hong Kong | USD 31 mn | 1.5% | USD 48 mn | 4.5% |
| 10 | Singapore | USD 31 mn | 1.5% | USD 52 mn | 5.2% |
| 11 | South Korea | USD 31 mn | 1.5% | USD 50 mn | 4.9% |
| 12 | China | USD 21 mn | 1.0% | USD 34 mn | 4.6% |
| 13 | Netherlands | USD 16 mn | 0.8% | USD 26 mn | 4.6% |
| 14 | Italy | USD 14 mn | 0.7% | USD 21 mn | 4.7% |
| 15 | Spain | USD 12 mn | 0.6% | USD 18 mn | 4.7% |
| 16 | Thailand | USD 10 mn | 0.5% | USD 16 mn | 4.7% |
| 17 | Malaysia | USD 9.2 mn | 0.4% | USD 16 mn | 6.0% |
| 18 | Mexico | USD 8.3 mn | 0.4% | USD 13 mn | 4.8% |
| 19 | Brazil | USD 7.7 mn | 0.4% | USD 12 mn | 4.5% |
| 20 | Sweden | USD 7.1 mn | 0.3% | USD 11 mn | 4.8% |
| 21 | Switzerland | USD 6.7 mn | 0.3% | USD 10 mn | 4.5% |
| 22 | Philippines | USD 6.2 mn | 0.3% | USD 9.7 mn | 4.5% |
| 23 | Vietnam | USD 5.8 mn | 0.3% | USD 11 mn | 6.2% |
| 24 | New Zealand | USD 5.6 mn | 0.3% | USD 8.7 mn | 4.5% |
| 25 | Belgium | USD 5.2 mn | 0.2% | USD 8.4 mn | 4.9% |
| Rest of world | USD 73 mn | 3.5% | USD 108 mn | 4.0% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Marukome
- Hikari Miso
- Miyasaka Jozo
- Shinshuichi Miso
- Marusan-Ai
- Hanamaruki
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Eden Foods
- South River Miso
- American Miso Company
- Clearspring
- Muso
- Mitoku
Group 3: Emerging and niche players
- Great Eastern Sun
- Hatcho Miso
- Rhapsody Natural Foods
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the miso market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 4.5% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by type, by form, by channel, by production method, by colour. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the miso market?
The global miso market is estimated at USD 2.0 bn in 2025 and USD 2.1 bn in 2026.
How fast will the miso market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 3.2 bn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 4.5% from 2026, an increase of USD 1.2 bn.
Which country is the largest market for miso?
Japan is the largest market by revenue at USD 1.3 bn in 2026, 62.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 74.5%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, Canada is growing fastest at 7.1% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which miso segment is largest?
In the by type split, Rice miso is the largest segment with 76.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading miso companies?
Global leaders include Marukome, Hikari Miso, Miyasaka Jozo, Shinshuichi Miso.
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