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MapFan API

Increment Ps Japanese maps & geocoding API — POIs, reverse geocode and route search tuned for JP addresses.

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JP Est. 1994 Active Maps / Geolocation / Routing

Our Verdict

Essential for JP-only mapping where address parsing matters; skip for anything international.

Pros

  • Best-in-class Japanese address normalization
  • POI database tuned to Japanese buildings
  • Reverse geocoding handles complex JP addresses
  • Reliable routing for JP-specific road rules

Cons

  • Value concentrated in Japan only
  • Docs and support predominantly Japanese
  • Less developer-friendly than Google or Mapbox
  • Pricing tied to enterprise contracts
Best for: Japanese logistics, real-estate, and delivery apps Not for: Global apps with only incidental Japan coverage

When to Use MapFan API

Good fit if you need

  • Geocoding and address lookup tuned for Japanese postal formats
  • POI search for Japanese locations with precise address data
  • Route search API with Japanese road network accuracy
  • Address normalization for Japanese enterprise applications
  • Japanese map tiles and spatial queries for domestic apps

Lock-in Assessment

Medium 3/5
Lock-in Score
3/5

MapFan API Pricing

Pricing Model
usage
Free Tier
No
Entry Price
Enterprise Available
No
Transparency Score

Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing

1,000
1001K10K100K1M
10,000
1K10K100K1M10M

Estimated Monthly Cost

$25

Estimated Annual Cost

$300

Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.

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