Japan Military Expenditure
1.4%▲ +0.2%
Dec 2024 · Annual
Japan's military expenditure reached 1.37% of GDP in 2024, up from 1.14% in 2023. This is the highest level on record since data collection began in 1960, surpassing the previous all-time high set in 2024 itself. The series low was 0.77% in 1969.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.4%Dec 2024 | 0.8%Dec 1969 | 1960 – 2024 | Annual |
Related indicators
| Indicator | Last | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Last updated | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Government Debt to GDP | 206.5% | 214.5% | 228.8% | 41.4% | Dec 2025 | Annual |
| Military Expenditure (USD) | $55.3B | $48.2B | $60.8B | $480.6M | Dec 2024 | Annual |
About this series
Military Expenditure in Japan averaged 1.0% from 1960 until 2024, reaching an all-time high of 1.4% in Dec 2024 and a record low of 0.8% in Dec 1969. The series is reported yearly with history from 1960.
Military expenditure measures annual spending on armed forces, defense ministries, and military-related activities as a share of GDP. Data are reported in percent of GDP on an annual basis. The series spans from 1960 to 2024.
Source & methodology
We use primary economic sources for every country. See our methodology page for how we source and verify this data.
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