# Bow Note — You can even get o-mikuji!

> Guide to Japanese shrine bowing etiquette with angle measurement. (iPhone/iPad app by Plus Inc. (Japan).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bow-note/id1469363894 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Plus Inc. (Japan)](https://appshunter.io/developer/445792061)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 60 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2019-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bow-note/id1469363894/reviews.md

## What is Bow Note?

Great for visiting shrines! You can even get o-mikuji!

Recommended for the following people!
・Those who are scheduled to, or would like to visit Japan
・Those who would like to visit shrines
・Those who have an interest in Japanese culture

There are a number of angles to the bows used when visiting shrines,
(though they are not the kind that the gods will punish you for not following)
and it will make your visit more smooth to know them beforehand,
as well as surprise Japanese people when you know them better than they do.

This app also has the ability to measure the angle of your bow(*),
making it quite handy.
(*You will need a gyroscope in your device.)

It also has an explanation mode, which tells you the standard Japanese
usage of each bow.

========Credit========
Music & Sound effects: MusMus
Sound effects: Digital Gene

## Key features

- Shrine bowing etiquette explanation
- Bow angle measurement
- Standard Japanese usage guide
- Cultural insights for Japan visitors
- O-mikuji fortune telling


## Frequently asked questions about Bow Note

### What is Bow Note used for?

Bow Note teaches you the proper etiquette for bowing at Japanese shrines. It explains the different angles and standard usage of bows, and can even measure your bow angle using your device's gyroscope.

### Does Bow Note have ads?

Yes, Bow Note contains advertisements. It is a free application supported by ads.

### What is the learning methodology of Bow Note?

Bow Note uses an explanation mode to detail the standard Japanese usage of each bow. It also provides practical application by allowing users to measure their own bow angles.

### How does Bow Note track progress?

Bow Note does not explicitly track user progress in a formal sense. However, users can practice and measure their bow angles to improve their technique and understanding of the etiquette.

### Can I get certifications from Bow Note?

No, Bow Note does not offer any certifications. It is an educational tool designed to inform users about Japanese shrine etiquette.

### What devices is Bow Note available on?

Bow Note is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It requires a device with a gyroscope for the bow angle measurement feature.

### How often is Bow Note updated?

The latest version of Bow Note is 1.2.0, which was last updated on February 26, 2025. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

### What do users like about Bow Note?

Based on its rating of 5.0 stars from 2 ratings, users likely appreciate the app's unique focus on shrine etiquette and its practical features like bow angle measurement. The inclusion of o-mikuji fortune telling may also be a draw.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2025-02-26

Support iOS 18.
Improved stability and performance.
Fixed some bugs.

### 1.1.0 — 2024-01-18

Support iOS 17.
Improved stability and performance.
Fixed some bugs.

### 1.0.3 — 2023-01-31

Support iOS 16.
Improved stability and performance.
Fixed some bugs.

### 1.0.2 — 2020-12-14

Fixed a bug.

### 1.0.1 — 2019-07-09

Button operation is now possible even with gyro devices.

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