Fotopedia Explores the Beauty and Culture of Japan with New App for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – November 15, 2011 – Fotopedia, the publisher of popular iOS apps and the Fotopedia Magazine, today announced its newest app for the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch, Fotopedia Japan, is now available on the App Store.
With the Fotopedia Japan App, uses can explore the beauty and culture of Japan and discover what makes the country and its people so fascinating. The app explores the country’s traditions, soothing nature, unique art, architecture, fashion, festivals and exhilarating pop culture, as well as teaches them about Cosplay, Odetama, Pachinko, Ikebana, Waraji, Torii, Kitigarbha, Ema or Omikuji.
“Our mission is to help people discover, explore and share the beauty of the world,” said Jean-Marie Hullot, CEO of Fotopedia. “Japan has a very unique culture that is so rich in contrasts. It is unexpected and unforgettable with a touch of graciousness. I am very pleased to be able to share many of the country’s treasures in this new app.”
The Fotopedia Japan App offers a large collection of spectacular photos contributed by Norbert Woehnl as well as members of the Fotopedia community. The app also features interactive maps, social media sharing, beautiful slideshows, wallpapers and a “Trip Builder” to help users create the Japan trip of their dreams.
About “Fotopedia Japan”
The app is ideal for explorers, travelers and dreamers, photography enthusiasts, families, educators and anyone who needs a vacation.
Features of the app include:
Pricing & Availability
The Fotopedia Japan App is available for free from the App Store on iPad, iPhone and iPod touch here. The Fotopedia Japan App is sponsored by Japan’s Narita Airport.
About Fotopedia
With more than 5 million downloads to date, Fotopedia is the publisher of a suite of iOS apps, including Fotopedia Heritage and the new Fotopedia Magazine. Recently launched, Fotopedia Magazine is a new way to discover, explore and share the beauty of the world through stunning slide shows organized as visual stories, designed for the mobile lifestyle. The company was founded by Jean-Marie Hullot, who was previously CTO at NeXT and CTO of Apple’s Applications Division. Fotopedia is privately held and funded by Ignition Partners, Banexi Ventures Partners and angel investors including Ron Conway, Jeff Clavier, Reid Hoffman, Joi Ito and Saul Klein. The company has offices in San Francisco and Paris.
Media Contacts:
Lisa Gonzales
SutherlandGold for Fotopedia
(415) 848-7169
lisa@sutherlandgold.com
