YoungPhoto Climbs 9 Spots in Japan's Top Paid Apps Chart

Overview

In the latest update of the Japan App Store charts for Overall apps on August 13, 2026, we observe significant movements among the top paid applications. The market continues to see shifts as users engage with both classic titles and innovative new offerings.

Top Climbers

This week, several apps have made impressive gains in the rankings. Notably, YoungPhoto - エモい構図カメラ has climbed 9 positions, landing at #11, up from #20. This surge indicates a growing interest in photography apps that cater to creative expression.

• ドラゴンクエストIV 導かれし者たち: #24 (was #27, +3 positions)
• オービスガイド - 移動式オービス・ネズミ捕り対応: #25 (was #28, +3 positions)
• ダンジョンウィズイン: #26 (was #29, +3 positions)
• スマスロ 新鬼武者3: #12 (was #14, +2 positions)

New Entries

This week, there are no new entrants in the Top Paid Apps chart. However, the consistency of existing apps highlights the competitive nature of the iOS apps market in Japan.

Top Performers

Leading the charge is the perennial favorite Minecraft: クラフト、建築、サバイバル, retaining its top position at #1. Other top performers include:

• パチスロ 革命機ヴァルヴレイヴ2: #2
• 妖怪ウォッチ1 スマホ: #3
• スイカゲーム-Aladdin X: #4
• ドラゴンクエストV 天空の花嫁: #5

Notable Drops

On the downside, some apps have experienced notable declines. For instance, AnkiMobile Flashcards dropped 5 positions to #18, while パラノマサイト FILE38 伊勢人魚物語 fell 4 positions to #23. These drops illustrate the volatility of the App Store charts and the constant battle for user attention.

As we look ahead, it will be interesting to see how these trends evolve and which apps will break into the charts in the coming weeks.