IVE OFFICIAL LIGHT STICK Climbs to #8 in Japan's Entertainment Apps

Overview

As of June 25, 2026, the Japan App Store continues to showcase dynamic shifts within the Entertainment apps category. Notably, the app IVE OFFICIAL LIGHT STICK has surged into the top 10, reflecting the ongoing popularity of K-pop and fan engagement tools. This week's chart movements reveal significant climbers, established performers, and notable drops, highlighting the competitive landscape of iOS apps in Japan.

Top Climbers

This week's standout climbers include:

• IVE OFFICIAL LIGHT STICK: Climbed to #8 from #54 (+46 positions)
• FOD SHORT（FODショート）ショートドラマ見放題: Climbed to #24 from #39 (+15 positions)
• MiraiMind - 君の「推し」を、君の手で: Climbed to #19 from #32 (+13 positions)
• GoodShort(グッドショート)-ショートドラマいつでも: Climbed to #2 from #7 (+5 positions)
• チケットぴあ: Climbed to #18 from #20 (+2 positions)

New Entries

This week, there were no new entries in the top free apps chart. This indicates a consolidation of existing favorites and a competitive environment where apps are vying for user attention and engagement.

Top Performers

Maintaining strong positions in the top ranks are:

• NHKプラス（NHK ONE対応）: #1
• GoodShort(グッドショート)-ショートドラマいつでも: #2
• TikTok ティックトック: #3
• NetShort - 人気短編ドラマ: #4
• zeta - AIキャラ・あなたの推しとロールプレイチャット: #5

Notable Drops

While some apps climb, others face challenges. This week, the following apps experienced notable drops:

• DramaWave - 日本 / 韓国 / 人気短編ドラマ: Dropped to #25 from #16 (-9 positions)
• ReelShort - オリジナル短尺ドラマ見放題: Dropped to #29 from #23 (-6 positions)
• bilibili-君の好きな動画、全部ここに: Dropped to #23 from #18 (-5 positions)

Overall, the App Store charts in Japan reflect a vibrant and competitive market for entertainment apps. As user preferences evolve, app developers must stay attuned to these trends to optimize their strategies and enhance user engagement.