Top Japanese Threadfin Bream Fishing Countries

The Japanese threadfin bream (Nemipterus japonicus) is a demersal fish species found in the Indo-West Pacific, recognized for its elongated body, pinkish coloration, and yellow longitudinal stripes. Highly valued for its mild flavor and firm texture, this species is a staple in both local markets and export industries. The top countries harvesting Japanese threadfin bream are China, India, Indonesia, Thailand, and Malaysia, where it is targeted by both artisanal and commercial trawl fisheries. These nations have developed significant fishing industries around this species, with China and India leading global catches, often exporting processed products such as fillets and surimi. Sustainable management of threadfin bream stocks is increasingly important in these regions due to concerns about overfishing and habitat degradation.

Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.