# RailAround - Japan Railway Map — Trains, Routes & Attractions

> Interactive Japan railway exploration, simulation, and knowledge testing app. (iPhone/iPad app by Youlonglong (Chengdu) Software Technology Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railaround-japan-railway-map/id6743043034 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Youlonglong (Chengdu) Software Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1715586064)
- Category: Travel, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 200 MB
- Languages: Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), American English
- Released: 2025-03-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railaround-japan-railway-map/id6743043034/reviews.md

## What is RailAround?

RailAround is a Japan railway travel app for exploring the national rail network, timetable-based train movement, and sights near stations—all on one map.
Train positions are estimated from timetable data. Look up lines, stations, and railway companies, and discover 6,600+ places: castles, shrines, onsen, museums, cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, and more. Record your journeys, collect completion badges, and challenge your knowledge with the Railfan Test.
This is more than a route map. It is a Japan railway world for watching, playing with time, searching, recording, collecting, and challenging yourself.

[Please note]
Train positions are not live GPS and not official operation information. Delays, cancellations, temporary changes, and platform changes may not be shown. Enjoy RailAround as an app for viewing, learning about, and recording railway travel.

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[Timetable-based train display]
See Shinkansen, JR, private railways, subways, and local lines move across the map.
Watch how Japan’s rail network changes from the morning rush to late night.

[Train simulation]
Set the time freely and play back at up to 100× speed (Pro).
Look at urban through-running and quiet local lines from a new angle.

[Japan-wide railway network]
• Shinkansen
• JR lines
• Major private railways
• Urban subways
• Local railways
• Streetcars, monorails, cable cars, and more
Explore freely on the map—from Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto to Hokkaido, Kyushu, and regional lines.

[Sightseeing map]
Railway lines, stations, and places across Japan appear together on the map.
• Nature, museums, temples, shrines, parks, coasts, historic sites, onsen, castles, landmarks, gardens, viewpoints, theme parks, and more
• Filter by type, or show only cherry-blossom / autumn-leaf spots
• Check sights near stations and lines to find your next rail-trip stop
• Open the nearest station, official site, and Wiki to plan where to go next

[Ride recording]
Log the routes you ride and play them back on the map.
See not only where you went, but how you moved.

[Completion badges and stats]
Complete a line to earn its badge.
Grow your own Japan railway record with stats by company, line type, and distance.

[Railfan Test]
How much of a railfan are you?
Take on prefectures, railway companies, lines, and stations—with the map in front of you.
Hints, scores, and diamond rewards are included. Missed or hinted questions can be reviewed in “Needs more iron.”

[Made for]
• People who like Japan’s railways, maps, and simulation
• Anyone interested in Shinkansen, JR, private railways, subways, and local lines
• Travelers looking for sights you can reach from a station
• People who want cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, onsen, castles, and shrines with their rail trips
• Riders working through noritsubushi and line completion
• Anyone who wants to test station and line names

Explore Japan’s railways and destinations more freely, and in more depth, with RailAround.
Which lines will you ride, which stations will you get off at, how many places will you find, and how many badges will you collect?

Privacy Policy: https://www.railaround.com/privacy
Terms of Use: https://www.railaround.com/terms

## Key features

- Timetable-based train movement visualization
- Train simulation with adjustable speed
- Explore Japan's railway network (Shinkansen, JR, subways)
- Railfan knowledge testing game
- Record and replay rail journeys
- Completion badges and travel statistics

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RailAround Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| RailAround Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Pro | $49.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/railaround-japan-railway-map/id6743043034/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 提案と使いやすさ

*2026-07-28*

鉄道の位置観れるのは嬉しいけどローカル線も見れるようにしてほしい。
五能線みたいですねぇ

**Developer response:** ご利用と貴重なご意見をありがとうございます。
実は、五能線をはじめとするローカル線もすでに対応しております。
列車アニメーション画面の上部にある「路線選択」を開き、「正式路線」タブで「五能」と検索して追加していただけます。
また、ホーム画面の検索からも「正式路線」タブで五能線を探せます。
初期表示が新幹線中心のため、見つけにくく申し訳ございません。ご指摘を参考に、より分かりやすく改善してまいります。引き続きよろしくお願いいたします。

### 5/5 — 标题

*2026-07-15*

可以方便地看到线路上的每一站，也有问卷来提升铁道迷的铁路素养

### 3/5 — 改善して欲しい点

*2026-04-13*

乗車記録を記入する際に、駅で追加からやろうとしてもエラーになります。
アプリ立ち上げ直しや明らかに狭い区間の検索などしても全てエラーになるので改善していただきたいです。
そうでないと新川崎が記入できません、、

**Developer response:** ご指摘ありがとうございます。
3.0.5で発生していた不具合でした。ご不便をおかけしてすみません。

最新の3.0.6で修正済みですので、アップデート後にお試しいただけると嬉しいです。
ご報告いただき、とても助かりました。ありがとうございます！

### 3/5 — 改善の余地

*2026-03-25*

地図を回転すると挙動が変になるので直すか回転禁止にしてほしい

**Developer response:** ご利用ありがとうございます。

地図回転時の挙動について、ご不便をおかけして申し訳ありません。

その後のバージョンで少し調整しているので、よければ最新バージョンでも試してみていただけると嬉しいです。

もしまだ同じ現象が出るようでしたら、よければまた教えていただけると嬉しいです。

### 4/5 — 悪くないけど今後に期待

*2026-03-21*

記録が残せるのは便利
路線名がこっちの想像と違ったりする点(路線タップしたら記録画面が出たりすると便利かも)やディズニーリゾートラインが特定の箇所(シーからリゾート間)記録できない点の改善には期待

**Developer response:** ご利用と貴重なご意見をありがとうございます。

「路線をタップしたら記録画面が出る」というアイデア、とても良いですね。自分ではあまり意識できていなかった部分で、なるほどと思いました。今後はより直感的に使えるよう、このあたりも含めて少しずつ改善していきたいと思っています。

また、ディズニーリゾートラインの特定区間が記録できない件については、以前のバージョンでは環状線の扱いに問題がありましたが、現在の最新バージョン（3.0.5）では修正しています。よろしければ再度試していただけると嬉しいです。

このたびは具体的なご意見をありがとうございました。

### 2/5 — あまり意味がない動き

*2026-01-25*

時刻表通りに列車の動きを表示しても参考になりません。リアルタイムができないのなら余計な動きは不必要です

**Developer response:** この度はご利用いただき、また率直なご意見をお寄せいただき、誠にありがとうございます。 ご指摘の通り、RailAround における列車の動きは、公開されている時刻表データを基にした運行シミュレーション表示であり、実際の遅延や運行状況を反映するものではございません。そのため、実用的な運行情報としてご期待されていた場合には、物足りなく感じられた点もあったかと存じます。 本アプリは、日本全国の鉄道ネットワークをデジタル化し、列車が時刻表通りに走行する様子を、鉄道ジオラマを眺めるような感覚で俯瞰して楽しんでいただくことを主な目的としております。あわせて、ご自身の乗車記録を登録し、走行履歴をマップ上で可視化したり、路線完乗によるバッジを集めたりといった、記録・鑑賞用途を想定しております。 いただいたご意見は真摯に受け止め、今後の説明や表現をより分かりやすくするための参考とさせていただきます。貴重なご指摘、誠にありがとうございました。

### 5/5 — 车比真实时刻表更快移动

*2025-05-20*

这是因为软件内时刻表只精确到分钟吗

## Frequently asked questions about RailAround

### Does RailAround have ads?

No, RailAround is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted exploration experience.

### What subscription plans are available for RailAround?

RailAround offers a Pro subscription with monthly ($2.99) and yearly ($19.99) options, unlocking additional features for dedicated users.

### Is RailAround suitable for young children?

RailAround is rated for ages 4+ and provides a safe and educational experience for exploring Japan's railways.

### How often is RailAround updated?

The app was last updated on June 4, 2026, indicating active development and potential for regular updates to enhance features and data.

### What devices support RailAround?

RailAround is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### Are train positions in RailAround live GPS data?

No, train positions are estimated from timetable data and are not live GPS locations. They may not reflect real-time delays or changes.

### What kind of railway lines can I explore with RailAround?

You can explore major railway systems including Shinkansen, JR lines, private railways, urban subways, and local lines across Japan.

### How does the Railfan Test work in RailAround?

The Railfan Test presents map-based questions about prefectures, companies, lines, and stations, offering hints and tracking your progress to help you improve your knowledge.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.6 — 2026-08-17

Clearer presentation and copy. Train overview, ride logs, completion badges, the Railfan Test, and sights near stations are easier to find.
* Train positions are estimated from timetables. They are not official operation information.

### 3.2.5 — 2026-08-09

Added a 7-day free trial to the RailAround Pro annual plan.

### 3.2.4 — 2026-08-08

Added the new Attraction Map. You can now explore castles, shrines, onsen, museums, nature spots, cherry blossom spots, autumn foliage spots, and more together with railway lines and stations.

Added attraction type filters, cherry blossom and autumn foliage filters, and nearby attractions around stations.

Improved train simulation, trip replay, Railfan Quiz, and overall stability for a smoother railway exploration experience.

### 3.2.1 — 2026-08-02

Added the new Attraction Map. You can now explore castles, shrines, onsen, museums, nature spots, cherry blossom spots, autumn foliage spots, and more together with railway lines and stations.

Added attraction type filters, cherry blossom and autumn foliage filters, and nearby attractions around stations.

Improved train simulation, trip replay, Railfan Quiz, and overall stability for a smoother railway exploration experience.

### 3.2.0 — 2026-07-26

Added the new Attraction Map. You can now explore castles, shrines, onsen, museums, nature spots, cherry blossom spots, autumn foliage spots, and more together with railway lines and stations.

Added attraction type filters, cherry blossom and autumn foliage filters, and nearby attractions around stations.

Improved train simulation, trip replay, Railfan Quiz, and overall stability for a smoother railway exploration experience.

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