Virtual Hokkaido vs AsCAL_EN
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Virtual Hokkaido
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"[Metaverse Mode] It is a mode where you can enjoy a simulated tour experience in a virtual space full of natural beauty of Hokkaido while communicating with others such as friends, family, and app users. Anyone with smart devices such as smartphones and tablets can easily experience the metabus. [AR Mode] It is a mode where you can experience the nature and culture of Hokkaido alone. You can have an effective experience to plan a trip to Hokkaido, such as pre-studying the tourist attractions you are curious about or listing the places you want to visit in a comfortable space in your room or on the way out. [How to use] It is very easy to use. Select the project you want to experience and scan the plane such as the floor. Virtual map or metaverse space will appear in the scanned area, so tap the pin you are curious about and experience the attractive contents of Hokkaido."
AsCAL_EN
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AsCAL® is a smart luggage storage service designed around the idea of “traveling free from your bags.” No more searching for coin lockers. With the app, you can easily find and reserve luggage storage spots near stations, tourist attractions, and local shops. Store suitcases, backpacks, shopping bags, strollers, and more. Whether before check-in, after check-out, or while exploring a city, enjoy your trip with greater freedom and comfort. 【What You Can Do with AsCAL®】 • Search nearby luggage storage locations • Check availability and reserve in advance • Smooth check-in using your reservation screen • Review and manage reservations • Check store details and opening hours • Cashless payment support 【Perfect For】 • Sightseeing without carrying luggage • Time before hotel check-in or after check-out • Concerts, events, and live shows • Shopping and city walks • Traveling without heavy bags AsCAL® is more than just luggage storage. We aim to create a service that helps people walk through cities more freely. Beyond your luggage begins a freer journey. AsCAL®
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: AsCAL_EN at every 3 days against Virtual Hokkaido's fortnightly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Virtual Hokkaido ships an update fortnightly, AsCAL_EN every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Virtual Hokkaido | AsCAL_EN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 442 MB | 89 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TIMELOOPER INC | RELAXING PLANNING, K.K. |
In-app purchases
Virtual Hokkaido
No in-app purchases
AsCAL_EN
No in-app purchases









