Export Leather footwear from Pakistan to Japan

Japan imported US$1.41B of leather footwear (HS 6403) in 2025. India supplied US$29.8M of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$30K, a gap of US$29.7M. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.0%.

That gap matters: buyers in Japan already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to Japan grew 22% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Japan rates 72 out of 100 (top opportunity) and ranks 12th of 85 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list leather footwear with Japan as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
72/100 (Top opportunity)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0.03M
From India (2025)
US$29.77M
Market size
US$1406.21M
Check before you export
Japanese buyers apply strict quality, labelling and food-safety standards and usually expect samples and factory visits before ordering.

How much leather footwear does Japan import?

Japan imported US$1.41B of leather footwear (HS 6403) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export leather footwear to Japan?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$30K of leather footwear to Japan in 2025, 0.0% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Japan for leather footwear?

India leads: US$29.8M against Pakistan's US$30K in 2025, a gap of US$29.7M.

How can I start exporting leather footwear to Japan?

Confirm your HS code, check Japan's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Japan as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Japan Global Trade profile explain the next steps.