Kodoani.com – According to a report from mobile data analytics company Data.aian online comic and novel platform Piccoma continues to hold the leading position in Japan with the highest consumer spending in 2024. Based on data from the entire application market Android and iOSincluding gaming applications, Piccoma has generated impressive revenue, estimated at approx 497 million US dollars in the past year.
Piccoma and top position
Piccoma, owned by Cocoaa large technology corporation from Korea, has affirmed its position as a leading online manga and novel reading platform in Japan. Not only is this the fourth year in a row that Piccoma has held the number one spot (2020-2024) if games are excluded, but it is also a testament to the platform's sustained popularity in the non-gaming app market. In 2024, consumer spending on Piccoma outpaced other competitors, demonstrating strong demand for digital comics and online novels in Japan.
Applications follow
Ranked right behind Piccoma is a famous mobile game Monster Strikegain revenue 482 million US dollarsholding second place. Coming in third place is another digital comic platform, LINE Mangawith an estimated expenditure of approx 418 million US dollars. LINE Manga is operated by LINE Digital Frontiera subsidiary of Naver WEBTOONand continues to be a strong competitor in the field.
Reliable data from Data.ai
While Data.ai estimates may not accurately reflect each app's actual revenue, they are considered a reliable indicator of consumer spending trends. Piccoma's continued leadership over the years shows the platform's continued appeal to Japanese users, especially as digital comic apps are increasingly becoming an indispensable part of the their leisure life.
Cooperation and development strategy
Recently, Piccoma continue to expand its influence through strategic partnerships. Last month, the publishing group Kadokawa announced plans to cooperate with Piccoma to launch a new electronic comic magazine called “Manga BAR”promises to bring a creative and unique space for comic lovers.
Besides, LINE Digital Frontier is also strengthening its strategy. On Thursday, the company announced a capital and business alliance with the digital publisher No. 9to promote electronic comic publishing projects and strengthen LINE Manga's position in the market.
The Future of Online Comics
The success of Piccoma and similar platforms not only reflects the shift from traditional to digital publishing but also shows the importance of providing rich, convenient and easy-to-use content. approach. With the continuous increase of app users globally, digital comic platforms such as Piccoma and LINE Manga are expected to continue to grow strongly, opening a new era for the publishing industry. comic.
