StageCameraHD Climbs 7 Spots in Japan's Photo & Video Apps

Overview

As of November 5, 2026, the Japan App Store continues to showcase dynamic movements within the Photo & Video category. This week, notable climbs highlight the shifting preferences of iOS users, with established favorites maintaining strong positions while new contenders strive for visibility.

Top Climbers

This week, the following apps made significant gains in the Top Free Apps chart:

• StageCameraHD - 高画質マナー カメラ: Climbed to #15 from #22 (+7 positions)
• ビデオ通話 カシューでお気に入りを見せ合い！: Climbed to #16 from #19 (+3 positions)
• フォトブック・写真アルバムの【しまうまブック】アルバム作成: Climbed to #22 from #25 (+3 positions)
• Edits: ビデオ編集者: Climbed to #12 from #14 (+2 positions)
• YouTube Studio: Climbed to #24 from #26 (+2 positions)

New Entries

There were no new entries in the Top Free Apps chart this week, indicating a stable yet competitive landscape in the Photo & Video category.

Top Performers

The following apps continue to dominate the top ranks, showcasing their enduring popularity:

• Canva(キャンバ): 画像・動画編集 & AIデザイン: #1
• CapCut：写真＆動画エディター: #2
• Instagram: #3
• Google フォト: #4
• BeautyCam-新世代カメラ＆ナチュラルAI: #5

Notable Drops

In contrast, some apps faced declines in their rankings:

• ピクトリンク: Dropped to #18 from #11 (-7 positions)
• Hypic - 高画質 & AI 自然加工カメラ: Dropped to #27 from #23 (-4 positions)

The movements in the Japan App Store highlight the competitive nature of the Photo & Video apps category, with established players maintaining dominance while new apps strive for visibility. As user preferences continue to evolve, developers must remain vigilant and adaptable to capture the attention of the iOS audience.