---
schema_type: "SoftwareApplication"
entity_type: "Mobile Application"
app_name: "MNKニュース 〜名字・名前・家系図／家紋・神社お寺情報〜"
developer_entity: "Recstu Inc."
bundle_id: "net.mnk_news.mnkNews"
app_store_id: "1553410190"
category: "News & Magazines"
primary_platform: "ios"
primary_monetization: "Free"
offline_capable: false
market_region: "US"
platforms: "iOS & Android"
app_last_updated: "2025-08-21"
report_date: "2026-05-19"
last_verified: "2026-05-19T18:01:10.398Z"
report_version: "5.0"
total_reviews: 29
overall_rating: 4.1
confidence: "low"
confidence_score: 0.05
data_age_days: 44
momentum_velocity: "maintenance"
intelligence_version: 2
tags: ["news & magazines", "free", "mobile app", "app review", "app analysis", "individuals", "interested", "japanese"]
canonical_url: "https://marlvel.ai/apps/net-mnk_news-mnknews"
license: "CC-BY-NC 4.0"
content_version: "v2"
---

# MNKニュース 〜名字・名前・家系図／家紋・神社お寺情報〜 App Audit

## TL;DR {#tldr}

- **Category**: News & Magazines · Free
- **Signal**: Rating 4.1

> **TL;DR:** MNKニュース 〜名字・名前・家系図／家紋・神社お寺情報〜 is a news & magazines app by Recstu Inc., rated 4.1/5 by 29 users, available on iOS & Android.
>
> **Marlvel.ai App Intelligence** — Independent analysis. US Market. No publisher influence.

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> **Key Insight:** MNKニュース 〜名字・名前・家系図／家紋・神社お寺情報〜 is a news & magazines app by Recstu Inc..
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## Quick Facts

| Fact | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Rating** | 4.1/5 (29 reviews) |
| **Category** | News & Magazines |
| **Developer** | Recstu Inc. |
| **Pricing** | Free |
| **Platforms** | iOS & Android |
| **Confidence** | Low (0.05/1.0) |
| **Data Age** | 44d |

## Metadata & Market Performance
- **Publisher:** Recstu Inc.
- **Category:** News & Magazines
- **Target Audience:** Individuals interested in Japanese genealogy, cultural heritage, and local history.
- **Platforms:** iOS & Android
- **Version Audited:** 5.0
- **Audit Date:** 2026-05-19
- **Signal Count:** 0 reviews analyzed
- **Confidence:** Low (0.05/1.0)
- **App Store ID (iOS):** 1553410190
- **Bundle ID:** net.mnk_news.mnkNews
- **Google Play ID:** net.mnk_news.mnkNews
- **Data Window:** Analysis based on signals collected up to 2026-05-19
- **Short Description:** App Store Overall No. 1 Last name-derived net official app. This is a news channel specializing in "Japan's largest surname, name, family tree, family crest, shrine, temple".

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## Executive Snapshot
MNKニュース is a specialized news aggregator focused on Japanese surnames, family history, family crests, and religious sites. It provides original, expert-authored content in partnership with Japan's largest specialized research sites.
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## App DNA (Features & Intent)
- **[Standard] Expert-Authored Content:** Features original articles written by professional local historians and researchers specializing in surnames and family crests.
  * *User Intent:* Users want to quickly find relevant content or features.
- **[Standard] Favorite Registration:** Allows users to bookmark specific articles for later reading or future reference.
- **[Standard] Access Ranking:** Provides a curated list of popular and trending articles to help users identify topical content.
  * *User Intent:* Users are driven by competitive achievement and recognition.
- **[Standard] Unlimited Access:** Offers unrestricted reading of the entire news library at no cost.
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## Monetization Strategy
- **Model:** Free

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## App Momentum (Maintenance) {#momentum}

Last updated 271d ago. 5 versions tracked.

> **Cadence:** 5 total versions · 0 majors in last 6 months · 271 days since last update

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## The "So What?" (Strategic Takeaway) {#so-what}

MNKニュース 〜名字・名前・家系図／家紋・神社お寺情報〜 is an established news & magazines app that is completely free.
With a 4.1/5 rating from 29 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

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> **Bottom Line:** The app serves as a niche content platform delivering verified, expert-led research on Japanese cultural and ancestral topics.
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**Best for:** Individuals interested in Japanese genealogy, cultural heritage, and local history.

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## Key Metrics Summary

| Metric | Value |
| :--- | :--- |
| Overall Rating | 4.1/5 |
| Total Reviews | 29 |
| Confidence | Low |
| Pricing Model | Free |
| Platforms | iOS & Android |
| Key Features | 4 analyzed |
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## Competitor Comparison

| App | Rating | Sentiment | Developer |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **MNKニュース 〜名字・名前・家系図／家紋・神社お寺情報〜** (this app) | 4.1/5 | N/A | Recstu Inc. |
| [ABC13 Houston](https://marlvel.ai/apps/abc13-houston) | 4.5/5 | Mixed | Disney |
| [Svenska Tidningar](https://marlvel.ai/apps/svenska-tidningar) | 4.5/5 | N/A | AppCode ApS |
| [ABC7 Chicago](https://marlvel.ai/apps/abc7-chicago) | 4.3/5 | Mixed | Disney |
| [The Republican](https://marlvel.ai/apps/the-republican) | 4.5/5 | N/A | MassLive |
| [Aachener Zeitung E-Paper](https://marlvel.ai/apps/de-zvadigital-epaper-viewer-gui) | 2.8/5 | N/A | Mediahuis Aachen GmbH |

## Company Profile
- **Developer:** Recstu Inc.
- **Website:** [https://www.recstu.co.jp](https://www.recstu.co.jp)

## Data Sources & Links
- **App Store:** [View on Apple Store](https://apps.apple.com/jp/app/mnk%E3%83%8B%E3%83%A5%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B9/id1553410190?uo=4)
- **Google Play:** [View on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.mnk_news.mnkNews)
- **Dev Site:** [Official Website](https://www.recstu.co.jp)
- **Sources:** App store metadata.

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## Methodology {#methodology}

This report was generated by Marlvel.ai's 5-stage AI intelligence pipeline:

1. **Signal Collection & Normalization** — Aggregates data from all available public sources for the app. Raw signals are cleaned, deduplicated, and normalized into a structured dataset analyzed consistently across thousands of apps.
2. **Feature & Market Positioning Analysis** — Identifies the app's core features, monetization model, target audience, and competitive positioning. Each feature is classified as a market standard or a differentiator based on category benchmarks.
3. **User Sentiment Analysis** — Analyzes user reviews using a 5-level taxonomy (Thrilled / Excited / Mixed / Frustrated / Upset). Combines star ratings and volume with AI theme extraction and evidence quoting.
4. **Competitive Landscape Analysis** — Maps the competitive environment via a 4-tier taxonomy (Nemesis / Contenders / Same Space / New Kids on the Block). Prioritizes same sub-genre over broad category.
5. **Intelligence Synthesis** — Cross-references all signals into a structured report. Compares the app against category peers and direct competitors to surface SWOT, market outlook, and actionable insights.

- **Confidence Score:** 0.05/1.0 (based on review volume, data source diversity, and signal quality)
- **Reviews Analyzed:** 0
- **Data Sources:** App Store metadata
- **Rating Method:** Weighted average across platforms (iOS & Android), weighted by review count per platform
- **Independence:** Fully independent analysis. No publisher sponsorship or editorial influence.
- **Report Age:** 44 days since last refresh

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