Japan Architecture Map
Guide of Japanese Architecture
FreeOffers In-App Purchases
5.10for iPhone, iPad and more
9.9
10 Ratings
Kentaro Tsukuba
Developer
164.8 MB
Size
Oct 28, 2023
Update Date
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Category
17+
Age Rating
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About Japan Architecture Map
This app is your best companion when taking a tour of contemporary Japanese architecture. The guide features over 12,000 sites and over 2,000 architects.
From the major works of architecture known by all to the most secret and secluded works by master builders, everything you want to know about contemporary Japanese architecture is here.
Whether you are an architecture fan, an architect, or a student of architecture, or specifically interested in Japanese architecture, this is the app for you. Also ideal if you are planning a trip to Japan and creating an itinerary of sights to see.
- Over 12,000 sites in the database. Focusing on contemporary art, with the work of everything from atelier-type units to larger design and architecture studios, all of Japan's most notable architecture is here.
- Each piece contains data on the designer, type of building, year built, address, and its recommended status. You can filter your search and navigate using a linked map application.
- Search sites by award status, such as pieces awarded by the Architectural Institute of Japan, pieces selected for DOCOMOMO, and pieces selected for Kumamoto Artpolis.
- You can save your favorite pieces, your visited status, and rate them. Use these tools when planning a trip or looking back on your travels.
- Contains over 2,000 architects. It contains the core members of each studio, their origin universities and studios, and web sites.
- We plan to add new pieces in future updates.
From the major works of architecture known by all to the most secret and secluded works by master builders, everything you want to know about contemporary Japanese architecture is here.
Whether you are an architecture fan, an architect, or a student of architecture, or specifically interested in Japanese architecture, this is the app for you. Also ideal if you are planning a trip to Japan and creating an itinerary of sights to see.
- Over 12,000 sites in the database. Focusing on contemporary art, with the work of everything from atelier-type units to larger design and architecture studios, all of Japan's most notable architecture is here.
- Each piece contains data on the designer, type of building, year built, address, and its recommended status. You can filter your search and navigate using a linked map application.
- Search sites by award status, such as pieces awarded by the Architectural Institute of Japan, pieces selected for DOCOMOMO, and pieces selected for Kumamoto Artpolis.
- You can save your favorite pieces, your visited status, and rate them. Use these tools when planning a trip or looking back on your travels.
- Contains over 2,000 architects. It contains the core members of each studio, their origin universities and studios, and web sites.
- We plan to add new pieces in future updates.
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What's New in the Latest Version 5.10
Last updated on Oct 28, 2023
Old Versions
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 200 architectures, Total 12763)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
-Fixing a bug when deleting architectural works from a list.
*Update Architecture database.(add 200 architectures, Total 12763)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
-Fixing a bug when deleting architectural works from a list.
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Version History
5.10
Oct 28, 2023
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 200 architectures, Total 12763)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
-Fixing a bug when deleting architectural works from a list.
*Update Architecture database.(add 200 architectures, Total 12763)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
-Fixing a bug when deleting architectural works from a list.
5.00
Jul 13, 2023
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 235 architectures, Total 12564)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 235 architectures, Total 12564)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.90
Apr 27, 2023
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 184 architectures, Total 12330)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 184 architectures, Total 12330)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.80
Jan 28, 2023
-Add List Function
It is now possible to create multiple lists and register Architecture for each List. Free users can only create 3 Lists. Paid users can be created indefinitely. An unlimited number of Architecture can be registered for one list.
The Favorites feature is replaced by the Lists feature.
Architecture that have already been registered as favorites are automatically registered in the List named "Favorites".
You can register to the List from the Architectures page.
Architectures registered in the Lists tab are displayed.
You can also delete the list and the Architecture registered in the List by swiping right from the List screen.
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 225 architectures, Total 12147)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
It is now possible to create multiple lists and register Architecture for each List. Free users can only create 3 Lists. Paid users can be created indefinitely. An unlimited number of Architecture can be registered for one list.
The Favorites feature is replaced by the Lists feature.
Architecture that have already been registered as favorites are automatically registered in the List named "Favorites".
You can register to the List from the Architectures page.
Architectures registered in the Lists tab are displayed.
You can also delete the list and the Architecture registered in the List by swiping right from the List screen.
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 225 architectures, Total 12147)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.70
Oct 26, 2022
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 184 architectures, Total 11923)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 184 architectures, Total 11923)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.60
Aug 23, 2022
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 155 architectures, Total 11740)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 155 architectures, Total 11740)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.50
Jun 14, 2022
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 197 architectures, Total 11585)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 197 architectures, Total 11585)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.40
Mar 25, 2022
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 111 architectures, Total 11399)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 111 architectures, Total 11399)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.30
Feb 9, 2022
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 169 architectures, Total 11290)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 169 architectures, Total 11290)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.20
Dec 21, 2021
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 199 architectures, Total 11122)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 199 architectures, Total 11122)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.10
Oct 22, 2021
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 130 architectures, Total 10924)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 130 architectures, Total 10924)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
4.00
Sep 18, 2021
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 256 architectures, Total 10795)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 256 architectures, Total 10795)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.90
Aug 22, 2021
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 141 architectures, Total 10541)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 141 architectures, Total 10541)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.80
Jun 5, 2021
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 184 architectures, Total 10400)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 184 architectures, Total 10400)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.70
Jan 26, 2021
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 196 architectures, Total 10218)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 196 architectures, Total 10218)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.60
Oct 20, 2020
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 199 architectures, Total 10020)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 199 architectures, Total 10020)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.50
Jul 28, 2020
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 173 architectures, Total 9822)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 173 architectures, Total 9822)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.40
May 6, 2020
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 275 architectures, Total 9650)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 275 architectures, Total 9650)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.30
Feb 14, 2020
-New Function
*You can change to Satellite map mode
(Tap the button in the upper right of the screen)
*Enhanced search function
If you tap the map button at the top right of the Architect page, only the architecture designed by that architect will be displayed on the map.
For example, if you want to show only the architecture designed by Tadao Ando on the map, simply search for "Tadao Ando" from the "Architects" tab and then tap the map button.
If you tap the map button at the top right of the Architecture Work list, only the buildings in the displayed list will be displayed on the map.
Tap the X button on the right side of the navigation bar to return to the original.
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 312 architectures, Total 9375)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*You can change to Satellite map mode
(Tap the button in the upper right of the screen)
*Enhanced search function
If you tap the map button at the top right of the Architect page, only the architecture designed by that architect will be displayed on the map.
For example, if you want to show only the architecture designed by Tadao Ando on the map, simply search for "Tadao Ando" from the "Architects" tab and then tap the map button.
If you tap the map button at the top right of the Architecture Work list, only the buildings in the displayed list will be displayed on the map.
Tap the X button on the right side of the navigation bar to return to the original.
-Update Database
*Update Architecture database.(add 312 architectures, Total 9375)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.20
Dec 15, 2019
*Fix iOS9 compatibility
*Update Architecture database.(add 151 architectures, Total 9063)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 151 architectures, Total 9063)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.10
Oct 24, 2019
*iOS13 Support
*Update Architecture database.(add 239 architectures, Total 8912)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
*Update Architecture database.(add 239 architectures, Total 8912)
*Update 'Keywords' section.
3.00
Aug 19, 2019
*Update Architecture database.(add 162 architectures, Total 8675)
*Update 'Keywords' section. add 'BCS Prize'
*Update 'Keywords' section. add 'BCS Prize'
2.90
Jun 20, 2019
*Update Architecture database.(add 87 architectures, Total 8514)
*Remove Street View from the Building Details Page
*Remove Street View from the Building Details Page
2.80
Apr 16, 2019
Update Architecture database.(add 127 architectures, Total 8428)
2.70
Feb 6, 2019
Update Architecture database.(add 359 architectures, Total 8302)
Japan Architecture Map FAQ
Click here to learn how to download Japan Architecture Map in restricted country or region.
Check the following list to see the minimum requirements of Japan Architecture Map.
iPhone
Requires iOS 10.3 or later.
iPad
Requires iPadOS 10.3 or later.
iPod touch
Requires iOS 10.3 or later.
Japan Architecture Map supports English, Japanese
Japan Architecture Map contains in-app purchases. Please check the pricing plan as below:
有料版へのアップグレード
$7.99
