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Messaging & social in Japan

The chat & social apps locals actually use every day.

2 picksUpdated May 4, 2026

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    Line logo

    Line

    4.6Free

    Essential local communication and payments

    English
  • 2
    WhatsApp logo

    WhatsApp

    4.7Free

    Staying in touch with home

    English

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