The Japanese cybersecurity industry is a critical component of the nation's digital resilience plan, adopting a comprehensive approach to defend computer systems, networks, and sensitive data. Japan places a strong emphasis on proactive cybersecurity measures, including strong security procedures, risk assessments, and constant monitoring in response to the growing risks and assaults from cyberspace. Emphasising the need for information availability, confidentiality, and integrity, the market emphasises the value of user knowledge and education. Important components include intrusion detection systems, firewalls, robust authentication procedures, and sophisticated encryption techniques. Taken together, these measures help create a safe online environment in Japan in the always-changing cyber threat scenario.
Japan Cybersecurity Market Driving Factors and Challenges
Strong cybersecurity measures are more in demand due to the rising amount of cyberattacks in Japan, as demonstrated by events such as the Tokyo Olympics hack. Attacks using ransomware, which force businesses to spend a lot of money protecting confidential data, highlight how urgently improved cybersecurity infrastructure is needed. As part of its reaction, the government has allocated a large sum of over USD 341 million, or 39.4% more than the previous year, to strengthen the cybersecurity capabilities of Japan's Self-Defense Forces in 2021. Concerns over the sufficiency of resources to combat cyber threats are raised by the fact that cybersecurity spending makes up only 1% of the overall budget, which is inadequate in comparison to possible enemies like North Korea.
Impact of COVID-19 on Japan Cybersecurity Market
In the aftermath of the COVID-19 epidemic in Japan, the widespread adoption of teleworking triggered a surge in ransomware attacks, disrupting normal business operations. Recognizing the escalating cybersecurity threats, businesses, particularly those linked to critical infrastructure, are collaborating with the government to bolster cybersecurity measures. This collaborative effort aims to safeguard corporate operations and business models from the escalating risks posed by cyber threats, reflecting a proactive approach to fortifying the nation's digital resilience in the face of evolving challenges.
Japan Cybersecurity Market Key Players:
Keychain, LAC Co. Ltd., NEC Corporation, SCSK Corporation, GMO GlobalSign, Inc., IBM Corporation, Bankguard, Cisco Systems Inc., Cyber Reason Japan Corporation, Cyber Security Cloud, Inc., Digital Arts Inc., and Flatt Security are some of the major players in the industry that have been studied in terms of competition.
Japan Cybersecurity Market Segmentation:
By Deployment: Based on the Deployment, Japan Cybersecurity Market is segmented into Cloud and On-Premise.
By Application: Based on the Application, Japan Cybersecurity Market is segmented into Cloud, Consumer Security, Data Security, Identify Access management, and Infrastructure Protection and Network Security.
By Component: Based on the Motor Type, Japan Cybersecurity Market is segmented into Hardware and Software.
By End-User: Based on the Drive Type, the Japan Cybersecurity Market is segmented into the BFSI, Government and Defense, Healthcare, IT and Telecommunication, and Manufacturing.
By Region: This research also includes data for Kanto Region, Kinki Region, Central/ Chubu Region, Kyushu-Okinawa Region, Tohoku Region, Chugoku Region, Hokkaido Region Shikoku Region.
Various market drivers and restraints for the projected period are also covered in this analysis. The paper also covers a number of growth potentials.