KADOKAWA's web novel site "Kakuyomu" has surpassed 250,000 registered members and offers a dedicated official viewer app. Users can access a wide range of novels for free, including works published by KADOKAWA. The app is designed for easy reading, with features such as swipe navigation by genre, follow function for favorite novels, customizable viewer settings, offline reading capability, and support for furigana. Users can also easily navigate back to previously viewed novels, post reviews, and interact with authors through comments.
The Kakuyomu app is recommended for those who enjoy reading novels, stories, and essays, especially during long commutes or when facing data restrictions that limit video streaming. The platform offers a diverse selection of original works spanning genres like fantasy, horror, romance, mystery, and more. Additionally, users can access official works from KADOKAWA labels such as MF Bunko J, Kadokawa Books, and Dengeki Bunko, as well as fan fiction based on popular light novels and games with proper licensing.
In addition to original and official works, Kakuyomu features fan fiction based on popular light novels and games like "Overlord," "KonoSuba," "Haruhi Suzumiya," and "Log Horizon," among others. The platform continues to add new content regularly, catering to a diverse audience of readers interested in exploring various genres and engaging with both established and emerging authors. Users can also stay updated on Kakuyomu's offerings and community through their official Twitter account.