# Manhole Notebook — Free Manhole Card Tracker > Free Manhole Card Tracker (iPhone/iPad app by Gabriel Barandiaran Silveira.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manhole-notebook/id6759797202 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Gabriel Barandiaran Silveira](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867230690) - Category: Travel - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 15 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese - Released: 2026-04-20 - Data updated: 2026-08-24 - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manhole-notebook/id6759797202/reviews.md ## What is Manhole Notebook? Japan's streets hide tiny masterpieces beneath your feet — and now you can collect them all. Manhole Cards (マンホールカード) are free collectible cards distributed by municipalities across Japan, each featuring a stunning, one-of-a-kind manhole cover design. From cherry blossoms in Kyoto to samurai crests in Sendai, every card tells the story of its city. Collect Japan's Manhole Cards is the ultimate companion for hunters and travelers alike: - Browse 1,200+ cards spanning all 47 prefectures — filter by region, design, or release date - Find distribution points on a live map so you never miss a card while exploring - Track your collection and watch your map of Japan come to life as you collect - Connect with fellow collectors — add friends and compare collections to see who has what - Get latest news about cards released by municipalities - Works offline — your collection and maps are always with you, even in the countryside Whether you're a seasoned collector or discovering manhole cards for the first time, this app turns every walk in Japan into a treasure hunt. The cards are free. The adventure is priceless. Special thanks to @public_cardigan for providing the latest card news and distribution updates. Terms of Use: https://gabrielbarandiaran.github.io/barandiaran-gp/manhole-notebook/terms-en.html Privacy Policy: https://gabrielbarandiaran.github.io/barandiaran-gp/manhole-notebook/privacy-en.html ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Pro Yearly | $14.99 | per year | ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.6.0 — 2026-08-22 What's New - The app is now completely free. Premium has been removed and every feature is unlocked for everyone — no subscription, no paywall. - Faster images: card and manhole artwork is now cached on your device, so it loads instantly and still shows up offline. - Rebuilt syncing: cards, saved pins, wishlist and friends now sync through one reliable path. Settings shows the last sync time, and re-syncing no longer wipes your saved pins. ### 1.4.0 — 2026-06-20 Share your collecting like never before. • Posts & comments — Share your latest finds with a photo and caption, and like or comment on your friends' posts. Start one right from the new composer at the top of your feed. • Add photos from your camera or library. • PokéLids on the map — Explore Pokémon manhole covers with a new map mode and detail view. • More reliable card scanning. • Smoother feed scrolling, refreshed pop-up screens, and performance improvements throughout. Thanks for collecting with us! ### 1.3.3 — 2026-05-26 What's New in Version 1.3 Free for All: Unlimited card collection now available to all users Series Filter: Filter your cards by release series to find what you're looking for faster. Set Card as Avatar: Use any collected card as your profile picture with a new preview before confirming. Special Thanks: Added a section in Settings to credit Public Cardigan for their valuable news data contributions. Improved Map Experience: Cleaner full-screen map view for better navigation. Performance & Stability: Various bug fixes and improvements throughout the app. ### 1.3.2 — 2026-05-18 What's New in Version 1.3 Free for All: Unlimited card collection now available to all users Series Filter: Filter your cards by release series to find what you're looking for faster. Set Card as Avatar: Use any collected card as your profile picture with a new preview before confirming. Special Thanks: Added a section in Settings to credit Public Cardigan for their valuable news data contributions. Improved Map Experience: Cleaner full-screen map view for better navigation. Performance & Stability: Various bug fixes and improvements throughout the app. ### 1.3 — 2026-04-29 What's New in Version 1.3 Free for All: Unlimited card collection now available to all users Series Filter: Filter your cards by release series to find what you're looking for faster. Set Card as Avatar: Use any collected card as your profile picture with a new preview before confirming. Special Thanks: Added a section in Settings to credit Public Cardigan for their valuable news data contributions. Improved Map Experience: Cleaner full-screen map view for better navigation. Performance & Stability: Various bug fixes and improvements throughout the app. ## More apps by Gabriel Barandiaran Silveira - [ウーパールーパー (Wanikani companion)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wanikani-companion/id6757488964) All apps by Gabriel Barandiaran Silveira: https://appshunter.io/developer/1867230690 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-24.*