Culture Shock Japan
Your offline travel companion
Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Visiting Japan for the first time? Culture Shock Japan gives you everything you need to travel confidently without the fear of embarrassing yourself or missing out.
WHAT'S INSIDE
• 7 Essential Categories — Lodging, Food & Dining, Transportation, Sights & Culture, Etiquette, Pro Tips, and Health & Safety
• 40+ In-Depth Articles — From ryokan etiquette to train manners, know what to expect before you arrive
• Interactive Phrasebook — Essential Japanese phrases with pronunciation, organized by situation
• Emergency Card — Your personal info, emergency contacts, and key phrases ready when you need them
PREMIUM FEATURES
• Step-by-Step Guides — Walk through unique cultural experiences like onsen (hot springs) and izakaya (Japanese pubs) with confidence
• Flashcards — Learn essential Japanese phrases with spaced repetition
• Packing List — Interactive checklist customized for Japan travel
• Budget Calculator — Plan your spending with real price data
100% OFFLINE ACCESS
Download once, use anywhere — no internet required.
ONE-TIME PURCHASE
No subscriptions. Pay once, own it forever.
Perfect for first-time visitors who want to experience Japan authentically, not just the tourist highlights.
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Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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Information
- Seller
- Yamase LLC
- Size
- 40.8 MB
- Category
- Travel
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 15.1 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 15.1 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
13+
- 13+
- Infrequent
Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug Use or References
- In-App Purchases
Yes
- Premium Access $9.99
- Copyright
- © 2026 Yamase LLC