In February, Vietnam exported US$1,922 million worth of goods to Japan, down 24.03 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$4,453 million worth of goods to Japan.
Vietnam exported US$268.99 million worth of textiles and garments to Japan in February, down from US$347.89 million in January, a change of 22.68 percent.
It also exported US$254.25 million worth of phones to Japan in February, up from US$195.22 million in January, a change of 30.24 percent.
Vietnam exported US$212.06 million worth of other means of transportation, parts and accessories thereof to Japan in February, down from US$302.35 million in January, a change of 29.86 percent.
It also exported US$195.39 million worth of machinery, equipment, tools, and instruments to Japan in February, down from US$245.99 million in January, a change of 20.57 percent.
Vietnam exported US$144.41 million worth of computers to Japan in February, down from US$185.17 million in January, a change of 22.01 percent.
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Vietnam’s trade with Japan YTD
In February, Vietnam imported US$1,872.41 million worth of goods from Japan and exported US$1,922.22 million to Japan, for total trade worth US$3,794.63 million, and leaving a trade surplus of US$49.81 million.
Two-way trade so far this year between Vietnam and Japan has reached US$8,668 million, with Vietnam importing US$4,215 million worth of goods and exporting US$4,453 million worth of goods.
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Vietnam-Japan news
Recent developments involving the two countries include:
Japan carbon capture project
PVN and Japanese partners have proposed a carbon capture and storage project in Nghi Son with estimated investment of VND50,000 billion (US$1.90 billion).
The project would capture carbon dioxide emissions from major industrial sources and store them in offshore geological formations.
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PM asks Japan for oil
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh requested Japan to supply crude oil from its reserves and facilitate aviation fuel sales to Vietnam amid Middle East supply disruptions.
He proposed access to part of Japan’s 80 million barrel reserve and diversification of crude inputs for the Nghi Son refinery to support energy security. Read more→
Japan exits LNG project in Hai Phong
Japan Petroleum Exploration (Japex) has decided to exit a proposed liquefied natural gas terminal project in Nam Dinh Vu Industrial Park, Hai Phong City, following feasibility studies that began in January 2022.
Japex, through its affiliate ITECO Joint Stock Company, cited economic challenges and said it will transfer its shares to its business partners. Read more→
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Vietnam-Japan trade relations
Vietnam and Japan have built a long-standing economic partnership, underpinned by trade, investment, and development cooperation.
Bilateral trade has been supported by agreements such as the Vietnam–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement and broader regional frameworks, reducing tariffs and facilitating market access.
Japan is a major investor in Vietnam, particularly in manufacturing, infrastructure, and high-value industries, reinforcing supply chain integration between the two economies.
Trade flows are complementary, with Vietnam exporting electronics, textiles, and agricultural products, while importing machinery, technology, and industrial inputs from Japan.
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The data
Vietnam trade with Japan year to date February 2026 US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Imports | 1,872.41 | 2,338.25 | -19.92% | 4,215.49 |
| Exports | 1,922.22 | 2,530.17 | -24.03% | 4,452.95 |
| Total | 3,794.63 | 4,868.41 | -22.06% | 8,668.45 |
| Balance | 49.81 | 191.92 | -74.04% | 237.46 |
Vietnam exports to Japan in February 2026 US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Total | 1,922.22 | 2,530.17 | -24.03% | 4,452.95 |
| Textiles and garments | 268.99 | 347.89 | -22.68% | 616.88 |
| Phones | 254.25 | 195.22 | 30.24% | 449.47 |
| Other means of transportation, parts and accessories thereof | 212.06 | 302.35 | -29.86% | 514.41 |
| Machine, equipment, tools and instruments | 195.39 | 245.99 | -20.57% | 441.41 |
| Computers | 144.41 | 185.17 | -22.01% | 329.58 |
| Wood and wood products | 133.43 | 215.68 | -38.14% | 349.49 |
| Other products | 110.31 | 151.08 | -26.98% | 261.40 |
| Fishery products | 83.36 | 149.78 | -44.35% | 233.14 |
| Footwear | 76.09 | 127.01 | -40.10% | 203.10 |
| Toys and sporting goods | 54.90 | 89.10 | -38.39% | 143.99 |
| Plastic products | 49.84 | 68.73 | -27.48% | 118.57 |
| Chemicals | 43.67 | 43.93 | -0.59% | 87.63 |
| Coffee | 38.44 | 68.92 | -44.23% | 107.35 |
| Iron and steel products | 38.28 | 49.10 | -22.05% | 87.38 |
| Handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas | 28.19 | 44.40 | -36.51% | 72.59 |
| Insulated wires and cables | 25.85 | 35.04 | -26.23% | 60.88 |
| Other base metals and other base metal products | 25.18 | 29.55 | -14.78% | 54.73 |
| Fruits and vegetables | 14.59 | 20.44 | -28.62% | 35.04 |
| Plastics | 14.32 | 18.30 | -21.75% | 32.63 |
| Still image, video cameras and parts thereof | 12.77 | 14.76 | -13.49% | 27.54 |
| Rubber products | 11.39 | 15.37 | -25.92% | 26.76 |
| Precious stones, precious metal and articles thereof | 10.25 | 9.97 | 2.75% | 20.22 |
| Pastry, sweets and cereals products | 9.45 | 14.66 | -35.55% | 24.11 |
| Textile and footwear materials | 9.08 | 12.64 | -28.17% | 21.72 |
| Chemical products | 8.52 | 12.92 | -34.09% | 21.39 |
| Coal | 7.27 | 3.81 | 90.98% | 11.07 |
| Ceramic products | 5.80 | 7.25 | -20.11% | 13.05 |
| Paper and paper products | 5.71 | 6.90 | -17.17% | 12.61 |
| Iron and steel | 5.35 | 6.71 | -20.40% | 12.06 |
| Cashew nut | 5.24 | 7.52 | -30.28% | 12.76 |
| Yarn | 4.88 | 7.48 | -34.76% | 12.36 |
| Tyre cord fabrics and other fabrics for technical uses | 4.12 | 4.25 | -3.03% | 8.36 |
| Bamboo and rattan products | 2.89 | 4.89 | -40.86% | 7.78 |
| Glass and glassware | 2.24 | 2.55 | -12.06% | 4.80 |
| Animal fodders and animal fodder materials | 1.48 | 2.27 | -34.67% | 3.75 |
| Pepper | 1.33 | 1.35 | -1.82% | 2.68 |
| Rubber | 1.27 | 1.86 | -31.80% | 3.14 |
| Manioc and manioc products | 0.80 | 0.94 | -15.68% | 1.74 |
| Ores and other minerals product | 0.45 | 3.81 | -88.12% | 4.42 |
| Fertilizers | 0.39 | 0.55 | -28.57% | 0.94 |
| Crude oil | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.00 |