Honda Sports Climbs 15 Spots in Japan's Sports App Rankings

Overview

On August 20, 2026, the Japan App Store showcased significant movements within the Sports category. This week, we witnessed notable climbs, particularly from the Honda Sports公式アプリ, which gained 15 positions to reach #15. As the competitive landscape continues to shift, it's vital for developers to analyze these trends in the App Store charts.

Top Climbers

This week, the following apps made impressive gains:

• Honda Sports公式アプリ: #15 (up from #30, +15 positions)
• NPB+ -プロ野球速報アプリ-: #27 (up from #40, +13 positions)
• AlpenGroup－スポーツショップ『アルペングループ』: #13 (up from #16, +3 positions)
• PGMアプリ: #14 (up from #17, +3 positions)
• eFHUB 27: #21 (up from #24, +3 positions)

New Entries

Unfortunately, there were no new chart entries this week. However, the existing apps continue to solidify their positions in the competitive iOS apps market.

Top Performers

The following apps maintained their dominance in the top positions this week:

• ラウンドワン　スペシャルクーポン毎週配信！: #1
• スポナビ 野球速報: #2
• スポーツブル（スポブル）: #3
• スポーツナビ: #4
• YAMAP / ヤマップ 登山地図アプリ: #5
• DAZN (ダゾーン) スポーツをライブ中継: #6
• SPORTS POINT: #7
• WINTICKET（ウィンチケット）-競輪/オートレース予想: #8
• 北海道ボールパークFビレッジ公式アプリ: #9
• アコーディア・ゴルフ ー ポイントカード・予約・スコア管理: #10

Notable Drops

This week also saw some apps experiencing a decline in their rankings. The most notable drop was:

• JFA Passport: #24 (down from #11, -13 positions)

In conclusion, the shifts in the App Store charts showcase the dynamic nature of the Sports apps category in Japan. Developers should remain vigilant and responsive to these trends to optimize their app strategies effectively.