# HYPERDIA by VOICE > Japanese train timetable search with English/Japanese voice and text input. (iPhone/iPad app by Hitachi Systems, Ltd..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyperdia-by-voice/id379001449 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Hitachi Systems, Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/379001452) - Category: Navigation, Travel - Price: Free - Rating: 2.91/5 from 47 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 10 MB - Languages: English, Japanese - Released: 2010-09-24 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyperdia-by-voice/id379001449/reviews.md ## What is HYPERDIA by VOICE? HYPERDIA is a train timetable application that allows you to search using natural language spoken queries in either English or Japanese. For example, try a query like "Narita Airport to Shibuya station, last train." The search parameters will be set automatically, providing quick access to the train timetable information you are looking for. This can be particularly handy if you are a foreigner traveling in Japan for the first time, or simply prefer to see timetable information in English. ===================================== [Jul 12, 2017 UPDATE] We supported for 64bit architecture. ===================================== ===Using Voice Search=== The English language voice search system supports "Departure station", "Arrival station", "last train", and "first train" input parameters. You may also specify time information. The voice search functionality helps to eliminate otherwise difficult and time-consuming text input, particularly when entering the names of Japanese train stations. Voice search is also useful when you are in a hurry, or when it's awkward to input text using the built-in keypad. Stations with similar pronunciations will appear as alternative candidates, making it easy to select your desired station. The application also supports telephone-style usage. You can simply lift the phone to your ear and speak your query as if you were having a normal telephone conversation. Of course, it is also possible to specify your search parameters using the built-in keypad without using the voice functionality. ===Route Search=== Search for all JR lines, private lines, subways, streetcars and airports is supported. Information including the shortest route, fares, commuter fares, and links to time information and maps is shown. It is possible to filter results based on plane routes, shinkansen, and rapid lines, as well as JR versus private railways. ===Japanese version=== Both English and Japanese versions of the system are available. This allows the user to search the same set of nationwide Japanese stations in either English or Japanese using text or voice input. Note that the English-language voice system is tailored to American English accents. ===30 days Free Trial=== The trial version of the application can be used for free for 30 days, starting from the first usage following installation. At any time during or after the end of the 30 days trial period, you may purchase a usage coupon to continue using the application and enable the full set of available features. ===Coupon=== In order to use HYPERDIA after the free trial period, it is necessary to obtain a coupon by making an In App purchase. Four different types of coupons are available. (Prices subject to change.) * Japanese (1 month) - $1.99 * Japanese (1 year) - $16.99 * Japanese + English (1 month) - $2.99 * Japanese + English (1 year) - $25.99 Please be aware that if you purchase a "Japanese + English" coupon when you already have a valid "Japanese" coupon, the "Japanese" coupon will become invalid. WARNING: In order to use this application, a stable Internet connection (3G, WiFi, etc.) is required. Please note that, although great care and effort have been taken in the development of this application, it is possible, due to circumstances beyond our control, that fare and/or time information may occasionally be incorrect. ## Key features - Voice search in English and Japanese - Natural language query input - Comprehensive route search (JR, private lines, subways) - Fare and commuter fare information - Filter by train type (Shinkansen, rapid) - Text input fallback ## Recent user reviews (10 of 50) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hyperdia-by-voice/id379001449/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Crashing *2022-10-08, version 1.4.2* The app keeps crashing ### 1/5 — Timetables outdated *2022-06-06, version 1.4.2* This worked great 3 years ago. Purchased a renewal, then learned the timetables are way off. Most be an abandoned app. ### 1/5 — Recently became useless *2022-05-18, version 1.4.2* I have used this app for years to preplan rail travel in Japan and to track progress during the travel by the station schedules that were part of the information provided. Please bring back the previous version. My coupon is current and I would like to continue using the app which I have recommended to many fellow travelers in the pass. ### 1/5 — Departure Times Not Listed *2022-05-07, version 1.4.2* This app stopped showing departure times. It’s now useless if you don’t want to guess what time your train will arrive. Unless this is fixed the app is garbage. ### 1/5 — What happened??? *2022-04-10, version 1.4.2* This app was great up until a couple weeks ago. All of the train times now list minutes for some reason. Matching up the train times made travel for me (non Japanese speaker/reader) so much easier. Please fix this the minutes don’t help anything! Edit: just noticed another issue. They removed what platforms you arrive and depart from. This is a useful piece of information for long trips. Please fix this! ### 1/5 — Great app that is now worthless *2022-04-06, version 1.4.2* This was a great app until a few days ago. It showed the times of departures for the trains which was extremely useful. I used the app all the time. Not it just displays minutes that don’t even seem to connect to the train schedules. I don’t know why thy would make this change. Now I have to look for a new app to use. ### 1/5 — Crash When You Use In App Purchase *2020-02-01, version 1.4.2* It’s an ok, but not great app for train travel in Japan. Some of the app’s suggested routings can add hours to a trip (one JR rep kept asking why I was willing to add two extra hours to a trip to Aomori-Shi by following the app’s recommended itinerary). Biggest problem came at the end of the free use period. I tried to purchase an extra month using the in-app purchase mechanism. This failed, so now when I try to use the app, I get an endlessly spinning wheel that says connecting, but it never connected. Still got charged the $2.99 of course. It’s a failure. ### 1/5 — No longer works *2020-01-26, version 1.4.2* Used to be a 5 star review but now 1 as the app doesn’t work on either my phone or my wife’s phone after we updated and bought another month of use. It just sits frozen on opening screen even after closing and restarting app making it useless. ### 5/5 — Great tool for traveling around Japan *2019-07-06, version 1.4.2* Used this for 2 weeks during a recent trip to Japan. It was so amazingly helpful! I loved the ability to specify transportation types and companies and to sort by price/time/transfers. The only difficult part is if you don’t know the name of the station you are going to or from, it can take some guesswork. ### 5/5 — Good train apps for JR pass in Japan *2019-04-27, version 1.4.2* I traveled in Japan in Tokyo , Sendai , Kyoto and Osaka , I used this apps to catch all the train , they were very accurate . ## Frequently asked questions about HYPERDIA by VOICE ### What does the HYPERDIA app do? HYPERDIA is a train timetable application for Japan. It allows you to search for train routes, fares, and schedules using both voice commands and text input. The app supports English and Japanese languages for queries. ### How does the voice search feature work? You can speak your train route queries in English or Japanese, such as "Narita Airport to Shibuya station, last train." The app automatically sets the search parameters, making it convenient to find timetable information quickly, especially when dealing with Japanese station names. ### Is the app free to use? The application offers a 30-day free trial period. After the trial, you will need to purchase a coupon through in-app purchases to continue using the full features of the app. Different coupon options are available for Japanese-only or Japanese + English access, with monthly and yearly plans. ### What kind of train routes can I search for? The app supports searching for all JR lines, private lines, subways, streetcars, and airport routes across Japan. You can also filter results by specific train types like Shinkansen and rapid lines, or differentiate between JR and private railways. ### Can I use this app if I don't speak Japanese? Yes, the app has an English language voice search system and also allows for English text input. This is particularly helpful for foreigners traveling in Japan who may not be familiar with Japanese station names or prefer to see information in English. ## Version history (last 1 release) ### 1.4.2 — 2017-07-12 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. 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