The top 20 popular Communication Apps for Android in Japan (with a recent update)

Check out the top Communication Apps which had a recent update in Google Play. We went through all Communication Apps for Android on Google Play in May 2025 and picked the best ones for you to download onto your Android phone. This Android app list is sorted by the popularity in Japan. Last updated on 2025-05-12.

電話帳ナビ-迷惑電話と迷惑メッセージを自動判別で強力ブロック

電話帳ナビはスマホに登録がない番号でも電話帳ナビから取得した情報を表示するアプリです（無料）キャリア提供の迷惑電話対策アプリ(有料)と比較しても圧倒的な情報量で高精度な判定を行い、迷惑電話だけでなく企業や公共機関の情報も表示します。フィッシング詐欺を未然に防ぐSMSフィルタリング機能も無料でご利用できます。電話帳ナビのSMSフィルタリング機能は情報漏洩を防ぐ効果が高いため多くの行政機関や法人で…

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1,000,000+ downloads

RiBrison inc.
1,000,000+ downloads
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電話帳ナビ-迷惑電話と迷惑メッセージを自動判別で強力ブロック

電話帳ナビはスマホに登録がない番号でも電話帳ナビから取得した情報を表示するアプリです（無料）キャリア提供の迷惑電話対策アプリ(有料)と比較しても圧倒的な情報量で高精度な判定を行い、迷惑電話だけでなく企業や公共機関の情報も表示します。フィ…

KakaoTalk : Messenger

With more than 150 Million users worldwide, KakaoTalk is a messenger app connecting people and the world. It works across mobile, desktop and wearable devices. Enjoy KakaoTalk anytime, anywhere in re…

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100,000,000+ downloads

Kakao Corp.
100,000,000+ downloads
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KakaoTalk : Messenger

With more than 150 Million users worldwide, KakaoTalk is a messenger app connecting people and the world. It works acro…

Whoscall - Caller ID & Block

To have a safe and trustworthy telecommunication environment, Whoscall is your one and only option! With having more than 100 million downloads globally, Whoscall is a highly-regarded phone app with…

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50,000,000+ downloads

Gogolook
50,000,000+ downloads
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Whoscall - Caller ID & Block

To have a safe and trustworthy telecommunication environment, Whoscall is your one and only option! With having more t…

FolderSync enables simple sync to cloud based storage to and from local folders on the device SD cards. It support a wide range of different cloud providers and file protocols, and support for more p…

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1,000,000+ downloads

Tacit Dynamics
1,000,000+ downloads
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FolderSync enables simple sync to cloud based storage to and from local folders on the device SD cards. It support a wi…

▶︎ Looking for a feed that’s all about you? The [ Home ] tab has everything essential: From breaking news, stock updates, and weather to AI-powered briefings that help you quickly catch trendin…

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10,000,000+ downloads

Kakao Corp.
10,000,000+ downloads
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▶︎ Looking for a feed that’s all about you? The [ Home ] tab has everything essential: From breaking news, stock …

Google Chrome is a fast, easy to use, and secure web browser. Designed for Android, Chrome brings you personalized news articles, quick links to your favorite sites, downloads, and Google Search and …

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10,000,000,000+ downloads

Google LLC
10,000,000,000+ downloads
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Google Chrome is a fast, easy to use, and secure web browser. Designed for Android, Chrome brings you personalized news…

Opera: Private Web Browser

Your ultimate, no-BS browser – faster, safer, and packed with tools the others wish they had. Free VPN, ad-blocking, tracker-blocking, and total customization, all in one package. Say goodbye t…

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100,000,000+ downloads

Opera
100,000,000+ downloads
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Opera: Private Web Browser

Your ultimate, no-BS browser – faster, safer, and packed with tools the others wish they had. Free VPN, ad-blocki…

Firefox Beta for Testers

Firefox Browser for Android is automatically private and incredibly fast. Thousands of online trackers are following you every day, collecting information about where you go online and slowing down y…

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10,000,000+ downloads

Mozilla
10,000,000+ downloads
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Firefox Beta for Testers

Firefox Browser for Android is automatically private and incredibly fast. Thousands of online trackers are following yo…

Opera browser beta with AI

Help us test our new app! We just made a new Opera browser for Android, and we'd love to have you try it and tell us what you think. New! Meet Aria - your new browser AI Experience the future of web…

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10,000,000+ downloads

Opera
10,000,000+ downloads
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Opera browser beta with AI

Help us test our new app! We just made a new Opera browser for Android, and we'd love to have you try it and tell us wh…

Firefox Fast & Private Browser

Take control of your internet with the Firefox browser, wherever you go. Whether you’re looking for an incognito browser, want to use a private search engine, or just need a reliable and fast w…

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100,000,000+ downloads

Mozilla
100,000,000+ downloads
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Firefox Fast & Private Browser

Take control of your internet with the Firefox browser, wherever you go. Whether you’re looking for an incognito …

Skype is retiring in May 2025. Log in to Microsoft Teams Free with your Skype account, and your chats and contacts will be ready for you. Enjoy the features you love about Skype and more including fr…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Skype
1,000,000,000+ downloads
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Skype is retiring in May 2025. Log in to Microsoft Teams Free with your Skype account, and your chats and contacts will…

Meta Platforms, Inc.

Messenger is a free messaging app that helps you connect with anyone, anywhere. Stay in touch with your friends and family, explore your interests with people like you, build your community, and shar…

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5,000,000,000+ downloads

Meta Platforms, Inc.
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Messenger is a free messaging app that helps you connect with anyone, anywhere. Stay in touch with your friends and fam…

FolderSync enables simple sync to cloud based storage to and from local folders on the device SD cards. It support a wide range of different cloud providers and file protocols, and support for more p…

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100,000+ downloads

Tacit Dynamics
100,000+ downloads
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FolderSync enables simple sync to cloud based storage to and from local folders on the device SD cards. It support a wi…

Google Messages

Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages is revolutionizing how a billion users connect and is powered by Rich Communication Services (RCS), the industry standard for…

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5,000,000,000+ downloads

Google LLC
5,000,000,000+ downloads
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Google Messages

Google Messages is the official Google app for messaging. Google Messages is revolutionizing how a billion users connec…

OpenVPN for Android

Openvpn for Android is an open source client based on the open source OpenVPN project. It uses the VPNService API of Android 4.0+ and requires neither Jailbreak nor root on your telephone. FAQ Can…

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10,000,000+ downloads

Arne Schwabe
10,000,000+ downloads
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OpenVPN for Android

Openvpn for Android is an open source client based on the open source OpenVPN project. It uses the VPNService API of A…

Access Everything on the Open Internet with Psiphon Millions of people in over 200 countries around the planet are already connecting to the Internet using Psiphon, the most robust circumvention t…

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50,000,000+ downloads

Psiphon Inc.
50,000,000+ downloads
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Access Everything on the Open Internet with Psiphon Millions of people in over 200 countries around the planet are a…

Zello PTT Walkie Talkie

Turn your phone or tablet into a walkie talkie with this lightning fast free PTT (Push-To-Talk) radio app. Talk to your contacts privately or join public channels to engage in a hot debate. Zello f…

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100,000,000+ downloads

Zello Inc
100,000,000+ downloads
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Zello PTT Walkie Talkie

Turn your phone or tablet into a walkie talkie with this lightning fast free PTT (Push-To-Talk) radio app. Talk to your…

Rakuten Viber Messenger

Rakuten Viber Messenger is a secure, fun, and exciting messaging and calling app, connecting over a billion people worldwide! You can do it all with Rakuten Viber Messenger: group chats, disappearin…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Viber Media
1,000,000,000+ downloads
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Rakuten Viber Messenger

Rakuten Viber Messenger is a secure, fun, and exciting messaging and calling app, connecting over a billion people worl…

Snapchat is a fast and fun way to share the moment with your friends and family 👻 SNAP • Snapchat opens right to the Camera — just tap to take a photo, or press and hold for video. &bul…

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1,000,000,000+ downloads

Snap Inc
1,000,000,000+ downloads
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Snapchat is a fast and fun way to share the moment with your friends and family 👻 SNAP • Snapchat opens right t…

Kik — Messaging & Chat App

MediaLab AI - Kik

Find your people: Kik is your place to chat and message with all of your friends and to make new ones, no matter who you are or what device you're using. Chat one-on-one, join a group with like-minde…

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100,000,000+ downloads

MediaLab AI - Kik
100,000,000+ downloads
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Kik — Messaging & Chat App

Find your people: Kik is your place to chat and message with all of your friends and to make new ones, no matter who yo…