Potion Permit Climbs 56 Spots in Japan's Top Paid Apps

Overview

As of September 17, 2026, the Japan App Store has seen significant shifts in its Top Paid Apps category. With notable climbs and a few drops, this week's chart movements provide insights into the changing preferences of iOS app users in Japan. Notably, Potion Permit has made an impressive leap, showcasing the dynamic nature of the App Store charts.

Top Climbers

This week’s top climbers reflect a mix of genres, with several apps showing remarkable gains:

• Potion Permit: Climbed to #19 from #75, gaining 56 positions.
• Plague Inc. -伝染病株式会社-: Moved up to #29 from #42, a rise of 13 spots.
• スマスロ 新鬼武者3: Increased its rank to #27, up 10 positions from #37.
• Stardew Valley 「スターデューバレー」: Rose to #25, gaining 8 spots from #33.
• CloverPit: Climbed to #26, up 3 positions from #29.

New Entries

This week, there were no new entries in the Top Paid Apps category. This stability indicates a strong hold by existing apps and their continued popularity among users.

Top Performers

The top performers in the Japan App Store continue to dominate the charts, maintaining their positions effectively:

• 妖怪ウォッチ1 スマホ: Remains at #1.
• トルネコの大冒険 不思議のダンジョン: Holds the #2 position.
• Minecraft: クラフト、建築、サバイバル: Steady at #3.
• スイカゲーム-Aladdin X: Currently at #4.
• スマスロ とある魔術の禁書目録2: Rounds out the top five at #5.

Notable Drops

While many apps climbed, some experienced setbacks this week:

• スマスロ マギアレコード 魔法少女まどかマギカ外伝: Dropped to #30 from #26, a decline of 4 positions.

The movements in the App Store charts highlight evolving user preferences and market dynamics in Japan. As developers, it's crucial to stay informed about these trends to enhance app visibility and engagement in the competitive landscape of iOS apps.