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Built for travelers who walk all day in Japan

Where can I sit down?

Find the nearest bench in Japan. Instantly.

You've been on your feet since morning. Bench Navi shows the closest public benches on a map — and tells you which ones have a roof or a backrest. In your language.

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The Problem
Tired feet, nowhere to sit.
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You've walked 20,000 steps today.
Where can you finally rest?

Sightseeing in Japan means a lot of walking, and public benches can be surprisingly hard to spot when you need one. Wandering around looking for a place to sit just makes tired feet worse.

How It Works
3 steps. No Japanese required.
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Open the app

Your location is detected instantly. The nearest benches appear on the map.

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Tap a bench

See if it has a roof or a backrest, and get walking directions via Apple Maps.

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Filter what you need

Only want covered benches, or ones with a backrest? Filter and find them fast.

Features
Built for visitors. Useful for everyone.
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Map-first design

Open the app and immediately see benches near you on a map. No setup required.

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Covered or open

Know in advance which benches have a roof to shelter you from rain and harsh sun.

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Backrest info

See which benches have a backrest, so you can lean back and rest properly.

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Walking navigation

One tap launches Apple Maps directions to the bench. Stop wandering, start resting.

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4 languages

English, 日本語, 繁體中文, 한국어. Switch anytime in Settings.

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Completely free

No subscription. No ads. Free forever. Because resting your feet shouldn't cost money.

Languages
For visitors from across Asia and beyond
🇺🇸 English
🇯🇵 日本語
🇹🇼 繁體中文
🇰🇷 한국어
FAQ
Resting in Japan, explained
Why is it hard to find a place to sit in Japan?
Public benches are limited in many busy areas of Japan, and tourists often walk far between sights. When your feet need a break, it can be hard to spot the nearest place to sit. Bench Navi maps the public benches that exist near you.
How do I find a bench near me in Japan?
Open Bench Navi and your location is detected instantly. The nearest public benches appear on a map. Tap any bench to see whether it has a roof or a backrest and get walking directions via Apple Maps.
What does a "covered" bench mean?
A covered bench has a roof or shelter that protects you from rain and strong sun. Bench Navi labels which benches are covered, and which ones have a backrest for more comfortable resting.
Where can I rest as a tourist in Japan?
Common rest spots include parks, train stations, shopping malls, temple and shrine grounds, and along shopping streets. Bench Navi shows the closest benches on a map so you can sit down sooner.
Is Bench Navi Japan free?
Yes. Bench Navi Japan is completely free with no subscription and no ads.
What languages does Bench Navi support?
Bench Navi works in four languages: English, Japanese (日本語), Traditional Chinese (繁體中文), and Korean (한국어). You can switch anytime in Settings.
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We'll send one email when Bench Navi Japan hits the App Store. That's it.

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