# Yoriai — Experience Japan with locals

> Experience Japan with locals (iPhone/iPad app by DAVID ADIKWU.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yoriai/id6803062569 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DAVID ADIKWU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6800348535)
- Category: Social Networking, Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 103 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-24
- Data updated: 2026-11-06

## What is Yoriai?

Experience Japan more deeply and authentically.

Yoriai is a community app that connects travellers visiting Japan with local residents.
Don’t just visit tourist attractions, meet local people, immerse yourself in the local culture and daily life, and enjoy experiences you can only have here.

What you can do with Yoriai

• Connect with locals
Meet people living in Japan and interact with them through shared hobbies and interests.
• Discover unique experiences
Take part in activities and events organised by locals and experience a side of Japan you won’t find in guidebooks.
• Experience everyday life in Japan
Discover the charms of Japanese food culture, traditions, sport, music and hobbies—things only locals truly know about.
• Make new friends
Connect with locals and travellers from around the world you meet on your travels, and enrich your travel memories even further.
• Enjoy a Japan trip that’s uniquely yours
Instead of following a set tourist itinerary, you can enjoy a journey shaped by your own interests and the people you meet.

Whether you’re travelling alone or with friends, Yoriai helps you feel closer to Japan.

## Is Yoriai safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess Yoriai.

## Is Yoriai legit?

Yoriai has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Yoriai is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2026-10-29

• Language choice appears first when you open the app for the first time
• Clearer identity verification on Home, so you know when verification is still needed
• Terms and Privacy are available in your selected language
• Smoother onboarding, with location no longer blocking setup
• Booking improvements for places that use custom reservation forms
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

### 1.0.1 — 2026-09-11

What’s New

* Sign in and sign up with Google
* Apple and Google sign-up users can now choose whether to join as a Visitor or Local Host
* Improved account restoration and recovery
* Enhanced profile verification, including restrictions on editing verified personal information
* Improved Date of Birth entry and editing experience
* Gender-aware temporary profile images
* Improved account deletion and app navigation flow
* Removed unnecessary test controls from the Events form

Improvements

* UI and visual improvements across multiple screens
* Improved forms and profile management experience
* Enhanced overall app navigation and usability
* Improved stability and reliability
* Performance optimizations for a smoother experience

Bug Fixes

* Fixed various issues affecting account restoration
* Fixed bugs across profile, authentication, events, and account flows
* Resolved minor UI and interaction issues
* Improved overall app stability and responsiveness

### 1.0 — 2026-08-24

No release notes.

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