# GenMapCode: Japan Mapcode — Convert map links to Mapcodes

> Convert map links to Mapcodes (iPhone/iPad app by Junlong Tan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genmapcode-japan-mapcode/id6760931366 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Junlong Tan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886892552)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 42 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2026-03-31
- Data updated: 2026-07-21
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genmapcode-japan-mapcode/id6760931366/reviews.md

## What is GenMapCode?

GenMapCode: The Fastest Way to Navigate Japan

Driving in Japan is an incredible experience, but navigating can be a unique hurdle. Most Japanese rental car GPS systems require a proprietary "MapCode" to set a destination. Typing English addresses or foreign characters into a car dashboard is notoriously difficult, and phone mounts are rarely provided.

GenMapCode solves this instantly.

We bridge the gap between modern smartphone research and legacy car hardware. No more manual searching or struggling with Japanese keyboards. Simply find your destination on your phone, share the link to GenMapCode, and get the exact 9-12 digit MapCode ready to punch into your car's navigation system.

Why travelers rely on GenMapCode:

• Skip the Copy & Paste: Use the iOS Share Sheet directly from Google Maps to send a location to GenMapCode for a truly seamless experience. • Instant Conversions: Your MapCode is generated in a flash, getting you on the road faster. • Navigate Anywhere: Hotels, hidden restaurants, scenic spots, or remote hiking trails—if it's on the map, we can pinpoint it with an accuracy of up to 3 square meters. • Zero Typing Required: Built-in clipboard detection instantly recognizes when you’ve copied a map link. • Bilingual Support: Fully localized for both English and Japanese users.

Whether you're exploring the snowy roads of Hokkaido, the beaches of Okinawa, or the hidden gems of Kyoto, GenMapCode ensures your road trip is completely stress-free.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-07-18

1. UI Revamp
2. Minor bug fix

### 1.1.0 — 2026-05-03

1. Cleaning up of user interface
2. Added Japanese localisation

### 1.0 — 2026-04-01

No release notes.

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