Japan vs South Korea
Side-by-side comparison of national food supply and diet composition.
Data: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023) · Supply = production + imports − exports − waste
Food Group Breakdown
Comparison of food supply composition by FAO food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023).
Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has a higher calorie supply, Japan or South Korea?
South Korea has a higher daily food supply per capita (2,726 vs 3,430 kcal/capita/day in 2023).
Which country consumes more protein, Japan or South Korea?
South Korea has higher protein supply (87.7 vs 110.7 g/capita/day).
What are the main dietary differences between Japan and South Korea?
The two countries differ significantly in food group composition. The biggest difference is in Vegetable Oils: South Korea supplies significantly more. See the food group breakdown chart above for the full comparison.
Where does this diet data come from?
This data is from FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023), which track national food supply. Supply data includes production, imports, and exports but overestimates actual consumption because it includes food waste and animal feed.