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Top Exports
- **Cars** – Japan is renowned for its automotive industry, with cars being the leading export.
- **Vehicle parts** – A significant portion of exports includes vehicle components.
- **Integrated circuits** – Essential for electronics, these are a major part of Japan’s tech exports.
- **Machinery** – Various industrial machinery is a key export category.
- **Electrical machinery** – Includes items like computers and related components.
- **Refined petroleum** – Despite its reliance on imports for raw petroleum, Japan exports refined petroleum products.
- **Ships and boats** – Maritime manufacturing remains strong.
- **Optical, medical, and precision instruments** – These exports cater to the health and technology sectors.
- **Plastics** – Both in raw and finished forms.
- **Iron and steel products** – These are vital for global construction and manufacturing sectors.
- **Rubber products** – Including both synthetic rubber and products like tires.
- **Pharmaceuticals** – This sector has grown in importance, especially post-2020.
- **Organic chemicals** – Exported for use in various industries.
- **Aircraft parts** – Japan is a major supplier of aerospace components.
- **Semiconductors** – Along with integrated circuits, Japan is a key player in semiconductor exports.
- **Cameras and photography equipment** – With brands like Sony and Canon leading the way.
- **Computers and peripheral devices** – Part of Japan's leading tech industries.
- **Industrial robots** – Japan leads in robotic technology, used in factories worldwide.
- **Textiles** – High-quality synthetic fabrics and textiles are also a key export.
- **Paper products** – Although smaller compared to tech and machinery, Japan exports significant amounts of paper and packaging materials.
