Why is line so popular in Japan?
Why is line so popular in Japan? LINE | Japan's Go-to Messaging App - an Overview Initially, LINE was created as an emergency messenger for company employees during the Tohoku earthquake of 2011. It spread quickly in Japan, allowing you to keep in touch with friends and family more easily, especially during a disaster.
Do Japanese use WhatsApp?
Yes, it does! It's pretty widely used in Japan, although LINE is basically the main Japanese social network for chatting with friends & family!