How many transit apps are there in Japan?

There are 2 transit apps available in Japan as of 2026.

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Transit Apps in Japan

Q: What is the best transit app in Japan?

Suica / Welcome Suica is the top transit app in Japan. Japan's essential IC card for trains, subways, buses, and purchases at convenience stores and vending machines.

Public transportation apps — curated for travelers visiting Japan.

2 apps2 essential

Suica / Welcome Suica

Essential

Japan's essential IC card for trains, subways, buses, and purchases at convenience stores and vending machines.

Pro tip: Add Suica to Apple Pay or Google Pay for tap-and-go on virtually every transit system in Japan.

Japan Travel by Navitime

Essential

The most comprehensive transit navigation app for Japan, showing train and bus routes with departure times, fares, and platform numbers.

Pro tip: Use the offline mode after downloading maps . Navitime works even in subway stations with no signal.

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Last updated: March 2026