APPLE WATCH
Your trail dashboard on your wrist
Check maps, elevation and heart rate as you walk. Reach for your iPhone less often.
IPHONE & APPLE WATCH / HIKING GPS
As you hike
See your heart rate
Maps, location, elevation and heart rate.
Your Apple Watch becomes your trail dashboard.
For iPhone / Apple Watch · Core features free
Available in Japanese, English, Spanish, Chinese and Korean
FEATURED INSmart Watch LifeRandonnéeNovember 2026 · No.145
01 / WHY YAMAGO
Time in the mountains
No competition needed
Make hiking a time to listen to your body, not compare yourself with others.
The paths you walk, changes in elevation and your heart rate. Keep each hike as a record for yourself.
NO FEED. NO RANKING. JUST YOUR HIKE.
02 / HIGHLIGHTS
What you need on the trail
One thing at a time
Not more information. Just an easier way to check what matters while you walk.
OFFLINE MAP
Find your location offline
Save topographic maps in advance. View the map and your location without a network connection.
ROUTE ALERT
An alert when you leave the route
Detects when you stray from the route and alerts you on the spot.
RECORD RECOVERY
Keep your record going
Resume from saved progress if the app closes unexpectedly.
HEALTH DATA
Stay in touch with your body
Check heart rate and, on supported devices, blood oxygen and other data.
PRIVATE BY DESIGN
Your records belong to you
No public rankings. Records stay on your own device and in your iCloud.
POST HIKE
Look back on your hike
Review distance, elevation gain and elapsed time as part of your own hiking record.
03 / HOW IT WORKSYAMAGO / APP SCREENS
01 / 04
03 / HOW IT WORKS
From preparation
To looking back
From opening the app to saving your hike, follow the journey step by step.
01 / 04 Gear, maps and route preparation
Prepare before you set out
Check the map and keep your route at hand. Get the information you will need ready before you leave.
02 / 04 Route checks and off-route alerts
Stay on course
Check the map and your location, with alerts if you leave the route. Designed to help you focus on walking.
03 / 04 Distance, elevation and elapsed time
Record your time on the trail
Record distance, elevation gain, activity time and more. Review the details after your hike.
04 / 04 Your device and your iCloud
Keep your records with you
Keep records on your own device and in iCloud, without having to compare or share them publicly.
04 / PHILOSOPHY
Your records
Belong to you
01
No need to compare
No timeline, following or public rankings.
02
Maps and location on the trail
Save topographic maps in advance to check your location even without a network connection.
03
On your device and in your iCloud
Designed so you can manage your own location data and hiking records.
05 / FIELD TESTED
As we hike
We keep improving
We test GPS accuracy, recording reliability and battery use on real hikes. Every walk helps us refine the app.
FIELD TESTING / REAL HIKES06 / APPLE WATCH
From maps to heart rateAll on your wrist
Switch between six pages of essential information. Check what you need on your wrist as you walk.
07 / FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which languages are supported?
The app supports five languages: Japanese, English, Spanish, Chinese and Korean.
Can I use yamago without an Apple Watch?
Yes. You can view hiking maps and record your hikes using just your iPhone. Pair an Apple Watch to check essential information on your wrist while walking.
Can I use topographic maps without a signal?
Save the relevant topographic maps before you leave to view maps and your location without a network connection. Offline maps require a plan that includes this feature.
Where are my hiking records stored?
Records are saved on your own device and in your personal iCloud. They are not automatically posted to rankings or a public timeline.
Can I get started for free?
Downloading the app and using its core features is free. Some features require the PRO plan, available as an in-app purchase. Check the App Store for current pricing and trial terms.
Will I lose my record if the app closes unexpectedly?
The app is designed to resume from saved hiking records after an unexpected closure. However, some portions may not be recorded, depending on location services and the state of your device.
Does the app guarantee my safety or health?
No. yamago is a tool to support recording and decision-making during a hike. It does not provide medical diagnoses or guarantee safety. Please make your own decisions about weather, equipment and your physical condition.
YAMAGO / WALK WITH THE MOUNTAINS
On your next hike
At your own pace
For iPhone and Apple Watch. Core features are free.
Available in Japanese, English, Spanish, Chinese and Korean