SPAT4 Climbs 16 Spots in Japan's Sports App Store Rankings

Overview

As of May 7, 2026, the Japan App Store has seen significant movements in the Top Free Sports Apps category. Notably, SPAT4 地方競馬公式アプリ 全場の投票と映像が楽しめる has made headlines by climbing 16 positions to reach #23, showcasing its growing popularity among users.

Top Climbers

This week, several apps have demonstrated impressive upward movements in the rankings:

• SPAT4 地方競馬公式アプリ 全場の投票と映像が楽しめる: Climbed to #23 (was #39, +16 positions)
• TIPSTAR（ティップスター）競輪/オートレース投票: Climbed to #24 (was #32, +8 positions)
• Club J.LEAGUE: Climbed to #26 (was #33, +7 positions)
• JLPGA Connect: Climbed to #5 (was #11, +6 positions)
• スポーツナビ: Climbed to #18 (was #23, +5 positions)

New Entries

Interestingly, there are no new entries in the Top Free Sports Apps this week, indicating a competitive landscape with existing apps solidifying their positions.

Top Performers

The following apps continue to dominate the charts, maintaining their stronghold in the top positions:

• SPORTS POINT: #1
• ラウンドワン　スペシャルクーポン毎週配信！: #2
• DAZN (ダゾーン) スポーツをライブ中継: #3
• WINTICKET（ウィンチケット）-競輪/オートレース予想: #4
• JLPGA Connect: #5

Notable Drops

While many apps are climbing, some have experienced notable declines:

• NBA docomo 試合のライブ配信やハイライトが見放題: Dropped to #19 (was #10, -9 positions)
• UAリワード｜UNDER ARMOUR(アンダーアーマー): Dropped to #10 (was #6, -4 positions)

This week’s movements in the Japan App Store highlight the dynamic nature of the Sports apps segment, with established apps continuing to compete fiercely for user attention. As developers, understanding these fluctuations can provide valuable insights for future strategies in app marketing and positioning.