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  • From Kawaii to Engagement: Exploring Japanese App Store Screenshots

    From Kawaii to Engagement: Exploring Japanese App Store Screenshots

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    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.

  • Top Japanese Marketplace Apps: ASO Patterns & Insights

    Top Japanese Marketplace Apps: ASO Patterns & Insights

    Explore the top marketplace apps in the Japanese App Store, uncover ASO trends, and learn how to enhance app visibility with strategic keywords and creative asset patterns. Discover essential insights for boosting your app’s ranking and engagement.

  • Exploring Top Schedule Management Apps on the Japanese App Store

    Exploring Top Schedule Management Apps on the Japanese App Store

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    Introduction To gain trend insights on the Japanese App Store, my team records keywords that appear on the Discover section of Search tab in App Store each day. This section can be a really good source of keyword insights, especially on a language that is foreign to you. In this article, I’m taking the insights…

  • Understanding Japanese Fonts: Which Font Should I Use for My Creatives in the Japanese Market?

    Understanding Japanese Fonts: Which Font Should I Use for My Creatives in the Japanese Market?

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    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…

  • Case Study: Slopes

    Case Study: Slopes

    Client’s KPI Strategy Services We Offered What Client Say “Our partnership with aix was essential in making the proper steps and establishing our presence and awareness in Japan. Not only from an ASO perspective, but we appreciate their strategic business advice and go-to-market guidance. It saved us from quite a few mishaps and successfully jump-started…

  • ASO Audit: Airbnb

    ASO Audit: Airbnb

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    Introduction The Airbnb app has secured its position as the 24th-ranked Travel category app in the Japanese App Store. While this is a commendable achievement, a closer look at its App Store Optimization (ASO) metrics reveals room for improvement. The ASO Score stands at 203 out of 300, with Visibility scoring 40 out of 100.…

  • Puzzle Games in Japan: Screenshot Trends

    Puzzle Games in Japan: Screenshot Trends

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    Introduction In a previous discussion, we delved into the icon trends prevalent among puzzle games in Japan. However, the visual representation of a game goes beyond just its icon. In this article, we will focus on the trends observed in the screenshots of puzzle games available on the Japanese App Store. These snapshots are vital…

  • App Store Screenshots: TikTok Japan VS Korea

    App Store Screenshots: TikTok Japan VS Korea

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    Introduction Japan and Korea, neighboring countries with a perceived likeness, are often recognized for their shared traits. Despite their geographical proximity and cultural overlaps, both nations maintain distinct characteristics and preferences. Therefore, calls for a different marketing approach, especially in their creative preferences. In this article, we picked the globally popular entertainment app, TikTok on…

  • Japan vs. Korea – App Store Product Page Comparison – ASO (Part 1)

    Japan vs. Korea – App Store Product Page Comparison – ASO (Part 1)

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    Introduction While it is true both Japan and Korea are exotic to most western countries, Japan and Korea have various differences from each other. These two countries are geologically close, yet not close enough to make them one identical country. Rather, they have two distinct cultures of their own, so it is safe for any…