CapCut Holds Strong at #2 in Japan's Photo & Video Apps

Overview

As of October 8, 2026, the Japan App Store has seen notable movements in the Photo & Video category, with several apps making significant gains while others experience losses. This week, CapCut maintains its stronghold at #2, showcasing the competitive landscape of iOS apps in this category.

Top Climbers

This week’s top climbers in the App Store charts reflect a dynamic shift, with several apps moving up the rankings:

• DJI Mimo: #20 (was #23, +3 positions)
• InShot - 動画編集＆写真加工アプリ: #21 (was #24, +3 positions)
• Edits: ビデオ編集者: #9 (was #11, +2 positions)
• モザイク　ぼかし & モザイク加工アプリ: #24 (was #26, +2 positions)
• CapCut: #2 (was #3, +1 position)

New Entries

There were no new entries in the Top Free Apps for the Photo & Video category this week. This trend indicates a stable environment where existing apps are competing fiercely for user attention.

Top Performers

The top performers in the Japan App Store’s Photo & Video segment continue to dominate the chart with familiar names:

• Canva(キャンバ): #1
• CapCut: #2
• Instagram: #3
• Google フォト: #4
• YouTube: #5

Notable Drops

Conversely, some apps experienced notable drops in their rankings:

• Shots: Photo & Video Generator: #27 (was #21, -6 positions)
• Meitu AI加工&写真編集ツール: #13 (was #9, -4 positions)

In conclusion, the competitive landscape of the Photo & Video category in the Japan App Store remains vibrant, with established players like Canva and CapCut continuing to lead the charge, while emerging trends suggest a dynamic environment for all developers in this space.