
Discover the latest trends in game advertising from Japan’s top platforms, LINE and Yahoo. Explore innovative strategies and elements resonating with Japanese audiences, and learn how to leverage them for success in the dynamic gaming market.

Explore effective anime marketing strategies in Japan to connect deeply with audiences. Learn to leverage anime for impactful advertising.

Discover the unique characteristics of Japanese app store screenshots for games. From a preference for cute characters and bright pastel colors to a distinct emphasis on female protagonists, explore how Japan’s design choices differ from counterparts in the US and Korea.

Introduction The allure of cherry blossoms, or Sakura, has transcended centuries, from as far back as the 1500s, when they were first used to entice consumers and boost the economy. Today, this timeless appeal has found a new platform: mobile applications in Japan. In a fascinating blend of tradition and technology, app developers are incorporating…

Tokyo, Japan – March 28, 2024 In an effort to make Japanese marketing insights more accessible to English-speaking audiences, aix Inc., a Tokyo-based growth marketing agency, conducted a webinar targeting marketing professionals and designers all over the world who have interest in Japanese creatives. Titled “Creatives in Japan: Does Japan Really Like Sakura?”, the webinar…

Introduction Typography is not just a matter of selecting pretty fonts; it’s a powerful tool that can significantly influence the perception and engagement of your audience. Especially in a market as nuanced as Japan, understanding the subtle differences between font types and their applications can make or break your app’s branding. In this article, we’ll…

Introduction The PayPal app currently holds the 20th rank in the Finance category on the App Store in Japan. An initial assessment using the an ASO tool reveals an ASO score of 176/300, with a visibility score of 38/100. This indicates a considerable opportunity for improvement in enhancing the app’s visibility and overall ranking. In…

Introduction In today’s increasingly health-conscious world, the healthcare/fitness app market is diverse, with many apps appealing to users interested in health management and fitness. In this article, we subdivide the free Top 20 Health/Fitness apps on the Japanese App Store into the categories of diet, fitness, self-management, and women’s apps, focusing on keywords and creative…

Intro One of the major marketing themes in 2023 Japan was Y2K, the trends and cultures that were popular in the early 2000s. Our previous article, “Beyond the Millennium: Exploring the Y2K Revival in Japanese Marketing” discussed some major examples of such. This article then discusses what will be trending in 2024, aix calls it…