# Map & Talk — Easy travel Japan or China App

> Translate and speak travel destinations and phrases in Japanese or Chinese. (iPhone/iPad app by TFORT, INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-and-talk/id1201008187 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TFORT, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/956384076)
- Category: Travel, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2017-02-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-and-talk/id1201008187/reviews.md

## What is Map & Talk?

***IMPORTANT***
This version is the final version of Map & Talk.
This app will be ended around the end of 2026.
Thank you very much for using the app for long years.
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“Map & Talk” helps you when you use taxi and tell your destination in Japan, Taiwan or China.

You know the place name, but it's difficult to tell it in local language....  Now, it's easy with the app.

You only select a place from map or Bookmark, then the app makes translated sentence and speaks it in Japanese or Chinese. You can ask people “Please go to Tokyo station” or “Could you tell me the direction to Fushimi Shrine” etc. in local language. You don’t need to learn Japanese or Chinese.

"Speak" and "Bookmark" functions are available even if you are offline. You can use these key functions at no wifi places. 

“Map & Talk” is a free app and easy to use:
+ Select a place on the map
Find a place nearby you or searching with keywords. Only tapping a place on the map to select. Now it's ready to say.  

+ Make sentence automatically
App generates and shows sentences in Japanese or Chinese according to your objective such as “tell your destination”, “ask the direction”, “ask about time” or “ask about fare”.

+ Speak it in local language
Once you got the sentence, tap “speak” icon. App speaks it in Japanese or Chinese.

+ Easy and Quick access from Bookmark
You can also access places from Bookmark. It has about 300 popular sightseeing spots in Japan (Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Nara and Hokkaido), Taiwan(Taipei and Kaohsiung) and China (Beijing, Shanghai, HongKong and Macao).

+ Make your own preference Bookmark
You can add any places to Bookmark. Save places on the map such as the hotel where you're staying, sightseeing spots and restaurants where you will visit today. You can ask the guide for those places to local people without searching wifi spot in town.

+ Useful phrases
App has useful phrases when you are in taxi, you want to ask something in town or you enjoy shopping. Choose a phrase, speak it in Japanese or Chinese. 

+ Available even offline
Bookmark and Phrases functions are working even you are offline. You can talk sentences from them anytime, anywhere.

Free version has limitation such as 10 times speech and disable to add your preference Bookmark.
Once upgrade, you can unlock these limitations and remove ads.

“Map & Talk” app will help your travel.
Now, you can get navigation from locals. It makes your travel Japan or China more memorable.

## Key features

- Translate destinations via map selection
- Generate and speak translated sentences
- Offline access to speech and bookmarks
- Pre-loaded popular sightseeing spots
- Customizable bookmark feature
- Useful travel phrases

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Map & Talk UPGRADE | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/map-and-talk/id1201008187/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Japan trip

*2024-09-18*

Downloaded to use in Japan, never could get app to work to be useful for the trip. Disappointed. Probably will try again next year with another out of country trip.

## Frequently asked questions about Map & Talk

### What languages does Map & Talk support?

Map & Talk supports Japanese and Chinese for speaking translated sentences. The app is designed to help users communicate their destinations and needs in these languages while traveling.

### Can I use Map & Talk offline?

Yes, the 'Speak' and 'Bookmark' functions are available offline. This means you can access translated sentences and your saved places even without a Wi-Fi connection, making it reliable for travel.

### How does the free version of Map & Talk differ from the paid version?

The free version has limitations, including 10 speech uses and the inability to add custom bookmarks. Upgrading unlocks these features and removes advertisements.

### Does Map & Talk have ads?

Yes, the free version of Map & Talk contains advertisements. Users can remove these ads by upgrading to the paid version.

### What is the age rating for Map & Talk?

Map & Talk has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for a wide range of users, including children, for travel assistance.

### How often is Map & Talk updated?

The app was last updated on June 21, 2024, with version 3.3.1. This suggests regular updates to improve functionality and address any issues.

### What devices is Map & Talk available on?

Map & Talk is available on iPhones and iPads, making it accessible to a large segment of mobile users.

### How accurate are the translations in Map & Talk?

The app automatically generates translated sentences for common travel scenarios like asking for directions or stating a destination. While designed for ease of use, users should be aware that automated translations may not always capture nuances.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.0 — 2026-08-19

+ support latest Google Maps related libraries
+ fix some bugs

### 3.3.1 — 2024-06-21

fix some bugs

### 3.3.0 — 2024-03-20

+ fix issue to speak voice on iOS17
+ update user interface

### 3.2.3 — 2023-06-07

fix some bugs

### 3.2.2 — 2022-03-13

+ enhance user interface
+ fix some bugs

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