DramaMap Japan vs ComeToJapan
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DramaMap Japan
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DramaMap Japan turns every filming location from your favorite Japanese dramas, films and anime into one draggable, searchable map. Open the app and the nearest shoots are already there — pull up Solitary Gourmet, Unnatural, Hanzawa Naoki, or any anime pilgrimage classic by title, or tap any location to see every show that ever filmed there. Each spot is tagged with its precision (exact building / block / approximate), and lists every other title that ever shot there so you know in seconds whether it's worth the detour. The Journey tab keeps your saved places, want-to-visits, check-ins, notes and followed shows in one place, sliceable by title, city, or timeline. One-tap CSV export keeps your data portable. Map browsing, search, and Nearby mode are completely free. Pro unlocks unlimited saves, check-ins, notes, followed works and Apple Look Around / Google Street View previews so your pilgrimage list isn't capped at the first handful of spots. — Locations are sourced from openly catalogued data; protected sites display only an approximate position. — Location permission is optional — pre-trip planning and on-site navigation work either way. — Localized in English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. Terms of Use (Apple's standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
ComeToJapan
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Finding a trash can in Japan feels impossible — until now. Come to Japan is the only app with a crowdsourced map of convenience store trash spots, plus a gamified cultural guide to help you navigate Japanese life with confidence. TRASH SPOT MAP Japan has almost no public trash cans. Convenience stores (combini) are your best bet — but which ones accept trash, and where exactly? Our community map shows hundreds of verified spots across Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Sapporo, Fukuoka, Nagoya and Hiroshima. Add your own and help other travelers. JAPAN GUIDES Learn through real-life scenarios — not boring lists: • First Visit: trains, cash, vending machines, etiquette • Off the Beaten Path: beyond tourist areas • Considering Japan: thinking about moving there? • Moving In: the practical relocation guide • Work & Life: navigating Japanese workplace culture Each scenario puts you in a real situation, you choose what to do, learn why it matters — and pick up a Japanese phrase. 7 LANGUAGES English, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, French, Vietnamese. 100% FREE Trash map and all five Japan guides — completely free. No subscription. No in-app purchases. Ever.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ComeToJapan at none against DramaMap Japan's 3. On price, update cadence, ads 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. DramaMap Japan sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. ComeToJapan asks for nothing beyond the download.
DramaMap Japan ships an update every 4 days, ComeToJapan every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DramaMap Japan | ComeToJapan |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 54 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BIN WANG | Victoria Kashlina |
In-app purchases
DramaMap Japan
- Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
- Pro Monthly$5.991 Month
- Pro Lifetime$14.99
ComeToJapan
No in-app purchases
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