# Japan Travel: Offline Guide — Dictionary, Spots & Phrasebook

> Dictionary, Spots & Phrasebook (iPhone/iPad app by Tomohiko Saitoh.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-travel-offline-guide/id6760928134 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tomohiko Saitoh](https://appshunter.io/developer/383997564)
- Category: Travel, Reference
- Price: $1.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 29 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-travel-offline-guide/id6760928134/reviews.md

## What is Japan Travel?

Navigate Japan with confidence — even without internet.

The First Japan is a premium offline travel companion built for first-time visitors. Everything works without Wi-Fi or mobile data, so you are covered from the moment you land.

OFFLINE DICTIONARY & PHRASEBOOK
• 7,000+ entries covering stations, restaurants, shops, phrases, food vocabulary, and daily essentials
• Lightning-fast search in English, Japanese, and Romaji
• Tap any entry to see the kanji in large text — show it to locals for instant communication
• Text-to-speech reads Japanese words aloud so you can learn pronunciation

CULTURE & MANNERS GUIDES
• 32 illustrated how-to guides: ride trains, use Japanese toilets, visit shrines, order ramen, and more
• 20 etiquette guides so you never accidentally offend anyone
• Bilingual content in English and Japanese

KANJI ART
• Discover your name or favorite words in beautiful Japanese calligraphy
• Top 50 kanji that travelers love, displayed in dramatic brush-style lettering

INTERACTIVE MAPS
• Browse sights, castles, shrines, temples, onsen, and ski resorts by prefecture
• Find nearby toilets and hospitals with one tap
• GPS-powered map with search

JAPANESE SHOPS DIRECTORY
• Retail chains, restaurant chains, and hotel brands with Japanese names and descriptions
• Know exactly what to expect at convenience stores, drugstores, and electronics shops

BUILT FOR REAL TRAVEL
• Works 100% offline — no Wi-Fi needed
• 14 languages supported
• Lightweight and fast on any device

Download The First Japan and explore with peace of mind.


## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-03-30

app title chenged

### 1.0.2 — 2026-03-29

Tourist Spots Search (New Tab)
Discover 450+ tourist attractions across all 47 prefectures of Japan. Search by genre — temples, shrines, castles, onsen, museums, nature, markets, and more. Filter by prefecture and browse by popularity ranking. Each spot includes nearest station access info and a direct link to the official website.

Nearest Station Access Info
Every tourist spot now shows the nearest train station with line information, so you know exactly how to get there. Search spots by station name to find what's near you.

Bookmarks
Save your favorite words, shops, and tourist spots for quick access. Tap the bookmark icon on any item in Dictionary, Shops, or Spots to save it. View all your bookmarks organized by category from the home screen, and swipe to remove.

New Travel Guides
7 new how-to guides for foreign visitors:

How to Climb Mount Fuji
How to Visit Tokyo Disney Resort
How to Go Skiing in Japan
How to Enjoy Hanami (Cherry Blossom Viewing)
How to Stay at a Ryokan
How to Enjoy a Japanese Festival
How to Translate Japanese Signs and Menus
Official Website Links
All 450+ tourist spots now include direct links to their official websites for tickets, hours, and detailed information.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-03-27

screen shot update

### 1.0 — 2026-03-24

No release notes.

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All apps by Tomohiko Saitoh: https://appshunter.io/developer/383997564

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