Balloon Live Climbs 82 Spots in Japan's Sports App Rankings

Overview

The Japanese App Store charts for sports apps have seen significant movements as of April 23, 2026. Notably, Balloon Live has made a remarkable ascent, climbing 82 positions to reach #11. This report delves into the top climbers, new entries, top performers, and notable drops within the iOS apps landscape.

Top Climbers

The following apps have experienced the biggest gains in the sports category:

• Balloon Live: #11 (up from #93, +82 positions)
• タイムシフトカメラ: #9 (up from #69, +60 positions)
• ツアーテンポゴルフ: #7 (up from #50, +43 positions)
• キネティック動体視力: #8 (up from #37, +29 positions)
• RacquetTune - ストリング テンション: #6 (up from #31, +25 positions)

New Entries

Several new apps have entered the Japan App Store sports charts, indicating fresh interest from users:

• QZ - qdomyos-zwift: entered at #10
• JB4 Mobile: entered at #19
• Cue Lab | Shots & Layouts: entered at #20

Top Performers

The leading sports apps continue to hold their ground with impressive rankings:

• Shot Tracer: #1
• RaceChrono Pro: #2
• HOOP i for Basketball Scores: #3
• ゴルフスコアカウンター - スマートなゴルフカウンター: #4
• LineupMovie for Baseball: #5

Notable Drops

On the flip side, some apps have seen notable declines in their rankings:

• Volleyball Rotations: #21 (down from #10, -11 positions)
• JumpEye: #22 (down from #11, -11 positions)
• ソフトテニス パーフェクトスコア: #23 (down from #12, -11 positions)
• Softball Stats: #24 (down from #13, -11 positions)
• Best Bowling: #25 (down from #15, -10 positions)

As we analyze the current trends in the App Store charts, it is evident that the sports app segment in Japan is highly dynamic, with both new and established players competing for top positions. Keeping an eye on these movements can provide valuable insights for developers looking to enhance their presence in the competitive landscape of iOS apps.