音楽絵本・銀河鉄道の夜 Downloads & Revenue音楽絵本・銀河鉄道の夜 · App Store
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Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
Developertakeshi sainen
CategoryEducation
Price480 JPY
Released
Rating★ 5.0 (7)
Version3.2
Age rating4+
First seen by us
11 Oct 2026
11 Oct 2026Full timeline · 3 events
- 🆕音楽絵本・銀河鉄道の夜 first spotted by AppInsider#153 in Top Paid · All Apps · Japan
- 📦音楽絵本・銀河鉄道の夜 version 3.2bug fix
- 🆕音楽絵本・銀河鉄道の夜 released on the App Store
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Rating
5.0 ★
7 ratings
Measured
音楽絵本・銀河鉄道の夜 on the App Store
App details
App ID
427775171
Publisher
takeshi sainen
On the store since
Apr 2011
15 years on the store
Minimum OS
iOS 26.0+
Devices
iPad
Content rating
4+
Languages
1
JA
Size
155 MB
Also listed in
Books
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
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Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Rating
5.0 ★
7 ratings
Measured
Ratings
7
Measured
About 音楽絵本・銀河鉄道の夜
Where Music and Stories Converge. Experience the timeless masterpiece, "Night on the Galactic Railway," reimagined as an immersive Music Picture Book designed for children and adults alike.
A "Music Picture Book" is an immersive "Sound Book" where illustrations and music become one. Featuring 15 original Toytronica tracks, this app offers a "cinematic reading experience" through beautiful graphics and a curated soundtrack, moving beyond the boundaries of a traditional book.
Pro-tip: For the most immersive experience, we recommend turning off the lights and using headphones.
— Synopsis —
On the night Giovanni learns about the wonders of the galaxy in school, a mysterious steam locomotive appears atop a hill. Giovanni boards the train and begins a celestial journey along the banks of the Milky Way, headed for the Southern Cross at the edge of the universe. Alongside his classmate Campanella, a bird-catcher, a mysterious youth, and other travelers, Giovanni confronts the profound question of what true happiness really means in this unforgettable overnight voyage through the stars.
— Features —
Epic Scale: 248 pages (Approximately 40 minutes of reading time).
Elegant UI: Beautifully sliding text and easy-to-read typography.
Cinematic Experience: Designed to be savored slowly (best enjoyed without skipping).
Artistic Worldview: A unique aesthetic inspired by the nostalgic landscapes of Belgium.
— Accolades & Recognition —
Apple Japan: Featured as a "Digital Japanese Literature Textbook" on the official Education page.
App Store (Japan): Ranked #1 in the iPad Education Category (April 2011).
App Store: Featured in "Apps for Kids" and "What's Hot" (May 2011).
Yahoo! Internet Creative Awards: Finalist (2012).
App Awards for Women: Grand Prix Winner (2013).
Featured in Books: How to Play with Children to Make Them Smarter (Daiwa Shobo, 2017) and Monthly Hoshi Navi (AstroArts, 2019).
— Creative Team —
Original Story: Kenji Miyazawa
One of Japan’s most beloved authors of children's literature and poetry.
Music: Moskitoo
A sound artist who has released albums under the NYC-based label 12k. Her compositions utilize glockenspiels, organs, and toy instruments to create a nostalgic, whimsical soundscape.
Art & Modern Translation: Takeshi Sainen
Programming: Tom
— Additional Information —
English Version: Please note that the text in this version of the app is in Japanese. An English-language edition is available exclusively for iPad. To find the English version, please search for "Night on the Galactic Railway" in the App Store.
Global Access: This picture book is available for purchase worldwide.
— What is a "Music Picture Book"? —
The "Music Picture Book" series was born in 2011 with the release of this iPad edition of Night on the Galactic Railway. It was immediately recognized by educators and media outlets as a pioneer for "textbooks of the future."
The series has since expanded to include The Little Mermaid and The Happy Prince,
A "Music Picture Book" is an immersive "Sound Book" where illustrations and music become one. Featuring 15 original Toytronica tracks, this app offers a "cinematic reading experience" through beautiful graphics and a curated soundtrack, moving beyond the boundaries of a traditional book.
Pro-tip: For the most immersive experience, we recommend turning off the lights and using headphones.
— Synopsis —
On the night Giovanni learns about the wonders of the galaxy in school, a mysterious steam locomotive appears atop a hill. Giovanni boards the train and begins a celestial journey along the banks of the Milky Way, headed for the Southern Cross at the edge of the universe. Alongside his classmate Campanella, a bird-catcher, a mysterious youth, and other travelers, Giovanni confronts the profound question of what true happiness really means in this unforgettable overnight voyage through the stars.
— Features —
Epic Scale: 248 pages (Approximately 40 minutes of reading time).
Elegant UI: Beautifully sliding text and easy-to-read typography.
Cinematic Experience: Designed to be savored slowly (best enjoyed without skipping).
Artistic Worldview: A unique aesthetic inspired by the nostalgic landscapes of Belgium.
— Accolades & Recognition —
Apple Japan: Featured as a "Digital Japanese Literature Textbook" on the official Education page.
App Store (Japan): Ranked #1 in the iPad Education Category (April 2011).
App Store: Featured in "Apps for Kids" and "What's Hot" (May 2011).
Yahoo! Internet Creative Awards: Finalist (2012).
App Awards for Women: Grand Prix Winner (2013).
Featured in Books: How to Play with Children to Make Them Smarter (Daiwa Shobo, 2017) and Monthly Hoshi Navi (AstroArts, 2019).
— Creative Team —
Original Story: Kenji Miyazawa
One of Japan’s most beloved authors of children's literature and poetry.
Music: Moskitoo
A sound artist who has released albums under the NYC-based label 12k. Her compositions utilize glockenspiels, organs, and toy instruments to create a nostalgic, whimsical soundscape.
Art & Modern Translation: Takeshi Sainen
Programming: Tom
— Additional Information —
English Version: Please note that the text in this version of the app is in Japanese. An English-language edition is available exclusively for iPad. To find the English version, please search for "Night on the Galactic Railway" in the App Store.
Global Access: This picture book is available for purchase worldwide.
— What is a "Music Picture Book"? —
The "Music Picture Book" series was born in 2011 with the release of this iPad edition of Night on the Galactic Railway. It was immediately recognized by educators and media outlets as a pioneer for "textbooks of the future."
The series has since expanded to include The Little Mermaid and The Happy Prince,
Latest updates
3.2
bug fix
