Japan Sports Apps: App Store Chart Movements (Mar 30 - Apr 5, 2026)

Overview

During the week of March 30 to April 5, 2026, the Japan App Store's sports category witnessed notable shifts in chart rankings. The top free apps showcased a mix of rising stars and established favorites, reflecting the dynamic nature of the sports app market. In particular, the week was marked by significant position gains for several apps, while others experienced considerable drops.

Top Climbers

The following apps made the most impressive gains in the iOS App Store charts:

• SFgo: Climbed 42 positions to #44 (previously #86)
• PLAY by TeamHub-野球のスコア管理: Up 28 positions to #66 (previously #94)
• スポーピアシラトリ公式アプリ: Advanced 24 positions to #69 (previously #93)
• バスケットLIVE: Jumped 20 positions to #37 (previously #57)
• Club J.LEAGUE: Rose 17 positions to #36 (previously #53)
• FotMob - サッカーのライブスコア: Increased 17 positions to #46 (previously #63)
• Fishbox - スマート釣りアプリ: Gained 17 positions to #48 (previously #65)
• JRA-VAN競馬情報・競馬予想: Climbed 15 positions to #56 (previously #71)
• JRA 競馬場イベント参加アプリ: Went up 14 positions to #41 (previously #55)
• UAリワード｜UNDER ARMOUR: Increased 11 positions to #22 (previously #33)

New Entries

Several new apps debuted on the chart, indicating fresh competition in the Japan App Store:

• トヨタイムズスポーツ: Entered at #26
• KEIO BASEBALL 公式アプリ: Debuted at #38
• Welcomeチャンス！: New entry at #49
• FC東京公式アプリ: Entered at #65
• 9Goal Football: Debuted at #68
• Player! - スポーツを感じろ。 Entered at #88
• ウインザーラケットショップ公式アプリ: New at #94
• 日本少年野球アプリ: Entered at #95
• ゴルフドゥ！公式アプリ: New entry at #96
• 「スコアラー」: Entered at #97

Top Performers

The following apps maintained their stronghold in the top positions of the sports category:

• DAZN (ダゾーン) スポーツをライブ中継: #1
• ラウンドワン　スペシャルクーポン毎週配信！: #2
• スポナビ 野球速報: #3
• SPORTS POINT: #4
• 阪神タイガース公式アプリ: #5
• JRA公式: #6
• NPB+: #7
• WINTICKET: #8
• Bリーグスマホチケット: #9
• AlpenGroup: #10

Notable Drops

Conversely, some apps faced significant declines in their rankings:

• SPAT4 地方競馬公式アプリ: Dropped 31 positions to #47 (previously #16)
• ブリヂストンゴルフ公式: Down 23 positions to #77 (previously #54)
• eFHUB 26: Fell 22 positions to #70 (previously #48)
• 虎テレ: Dropped 21 positions to #55 (previously #34)
• 中日ドラゴンズ公式アプリ: Down 21 positions to #62 (previously #41)
• 楽天イーグルス公式: Fell 20 positions to #76 (previously #56)
• netkeirin ネットケイリン: Dropped 20 positions to #87 (previously #67)
• ゴルフ場アプリ: Down 20 positions to #92 (previously #72)
• ゴルフフィックス: Fell 17 positions to #78 (previously #61)
• SPOTV NOW: Dropped 16 positions to #51 (previously #35)

This week’s movements in the Japan App Store charts for sports apps highlight a competitive environment where user engagement is key. Developers should take note of these trends to optimize their app strategies and enhance their visibility in the ever-evolving market.