# Japan Pocket Guide — Manners, Phrases & Trash Guide

> Manners, Phrases & Trash Guide (iPhone/iPad app by Ryutaro Nakano.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-pocket-guide/id6762322563 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ryutaro Nakano](https://appshunter.io/developer/1883662154)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-04-23
- Data updated: 2026-05-17
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-pocket-guide/id6762322563/reviews.md

## What is Japan Pocket Guide?

Japan Pocket Guide is your essential travel companion for visiting Japan — covering everything from etiquette and phrases to trash sorting and finding trash bins on the map.

■ MANNERS & ETIQUETTE
Learn the unwritten rules that make Japan so unique. 66 tips across 10 categories: dining, transport, onsen, shrines, shopping, photography, accommodation, and more. Avoid embarrassing mistakes and show respect the Japanese way.

■ USEFUL PHRASES
120 ready-to-use phrases across 17 everyday situations — restaurants, trains, shopping, emergencies, and more. Each phrase shows the English, Japanese script, and pronunciation guide (romaji).

■ TRASH SORTING GUIDE
Japan's trash rules can be confusing. Our guide covers 35 common items with clear disposal instructions so you can sort correctly every time.

■ TRASH BIN MAP
Finding a trash bin in Japan is notoriously difficult. Our map uses real-time OpenStreetMap data to show public trash bins near you — filter by general waste or recycling.

■ 4 LANGUAGES
Available in English, 中文（简体）, 中文（繁體）, and 한국어. Switch languages instantly from within the app.

■ FREE TO USE
Japan Pocket Guide is free, supported by unobtrusive ads. No account required. No data stored on our servers.

Pack light. Travel smart. Enjoy Japan.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2026-04-25

- Daily rotating notification content
- Fixed data duplication
- Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.0.1 — 2026-04-24

Added 3 new languages: Vietnamese, Thai, and Japanese! Now supporting 7 languages for a better travel experience in Japan.

### 1.0 — 2026-04-23

No release notes.

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- [MARGIN.](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margin/id6766255622)

All apps by Ryutaro Nakano: https://appshunter.io/developer/1883662154

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