Photo & Video Apps Surge in Japan: かんたん 証明写真 Climbs 60 Spots

Overview

As of June 25, 2026, the Japan App Store has witnessed significant movements in the Photo & Video category. Notably, several apps have experienced remarkable climbs, while others have seen declines in their rankings. This report delves into the key changes in the Top Paid Apps chart, highlighting the top climbers, new entries, and notable drops.

Top Climbers

The following apps have made impressive gains in the chart rankings:

• かんたん 証明写真 〜 プロ版: Climbed to #27 from #87, gaining 60 positions.
• 合成写真 PhotoLayers Pro: Advanced to #22 from #76, an increase of 54 positions.
• Videwatch: Moved up to #26 from #73, gaining 47 positions.
• オルディ Oldi - Phone Camera: Ascended to #13 from #45, a climb of 32 spots.
• Rarevision VHS: Retro Cam: Rose to #18 from #44, a jump of 26 positions.

New Entries

Among the fresh faces in the charts, Pro Camera by Moment has made its debut at #28, signaling strong interest in its features and functionality in the competitive photo and video landscape.

Top Performers

Maintaining their stronghold at the top of the Japan App Store, the following apps continue to impress:

• Berryフィルム - 韓国風セルフィー: #1
• ブラックビデオ (BlackVideo): #2
• StageCameraPro2 - 高画質のマナーカメラ: #3
• StageCameraPro - 高画質マナー カメラ: #4
• EE35 フィルムカメラ: #5

Notable Drops

While some apps thrived, others faced notable declines:

• B.ROLL - 青春フィルターカメラ: Dropped to #29 from #11, losing 18 positions.
• Photograph+ - 48 MP 高画質 マナーカメラ: Fell to #21 from #6, a decline of 15 spots.
• Slow Shutter Cam: Decreased to #17 from #10, down 7 positions.
• GIKA - オールドフォン風のエモいカメラ: Dropped to #19 from #12, losing 7 spots.
• 背景透明化 Pro: Fell to #23 from #17, a loss of 6 positions.

The shifts in the Photo & Video apps category highlight the dynamic nature of the Japan App Store. Developers should take note of these trends to inform their strategies and capitalize on the evolving market landscape.