Kino Climbs 45 Spots in Japan's Top Paid Photo & Video Apps

Overview

In the latest updates from the Japan App Store, the Photo & Video category is witnessing significant shifts as of May 7, 2026. Notably, Kino - プロ用ビデオカメラ has made a remarkable ascent, climbing 45 positions to secure the #21 spot. This report delves into the top climbers, new entries, and overall performance of the leading apps in this competitive category.

Top Climbers

The following apps have made notable gains in the App Store charts:

• Kino - プロ用ビデオカメラ: #21 (was #66, +45 positions)
• Objet - Cut mask collage maker: #30 (was #64, +34 positions)
• Lumy - 太陽トラッカー・アウトドアと写真: #29 (was #56, +27 positions)
• phtgrph - フィルム風レトロカメラ: #8 (was #27, +19 positions)
• 星撮りカメラさん2: #17 (was #28, +11 positions)

New Entries

Two new apps have entered the top rankings, highlighting the growing interest in innovative tools:

• 写真に文字入れ Pro: entered at #24
• 8ミリカメラ: entered at #28

Top Performers

Continuing to dominate the top positions are several well-established apps:

• EE35 フィルムカメラ: #1
• ブラックビデオ: #2
• StageCameraPro2 - 高画質のマナーカメラ: #3
• Berryフィルム - 韓国風セルフィー: #4
• filmhwa(フィルムファ)-ファミンフィルター: #5

Notable Drops

As some apps climb, others experience declines in their rankings:

• ズーム100x 望遠カメラ: #19 (was #12, -7 positions)
• 秘密のアルバム PRO - あなたの秘密守ります: #20 (was #13, -7 positions)
• ビデオマスタープロ: #23 (was #16, -7 positions)
• NightCapカメラ: #27 (was #20, -7 positions)
• AWCap 30: #11 (was #5, -6 positions)

The Japan App Store continues to evolve, with the Photo & Video apps category showcasing dynamic shifts that reflect user preferences and market trends. Developers should take note of these movements to strategize their marketing and development efforts effectively.