Figure 1: Comparison of Japanese Content Exports with Other Industries (2012–2024)

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Note: Manufacturing industries are measured by merchandise exports, whereas content industries are measured by overseas sales, including licensing and local revenues.

Source: Adapted by the author from Japan Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (2025) with additional 2024 data incorporated from Japan Ministry of Finance and the Human Media Database.