Kakuyomu (カクヨム)

Kakuyomu (カクヨム) is a popular online platform for reading raw Japanese light novels, including Boys' Love (BL) novels. The site was developed by the Japanese company, Kadokawa Corporation, and was released in 2014. It quickly gained popularity among readers of light novels due to its user-friendly interface, vast collection of novels, and easy-to-use mobile app. Kakuyomu offers a range of BL novels, including romance, drama, and comedy, which are written by amateur and professional authors.

As of 2021, Kakuyomu receives an average of 4 million visitors per month, making it one of the most popular sites for reading raw Japanese light novels in Japan. The platform has also expanded its offerings to include webcomics and other digital media. Kakuyomu is well-known for its high-quality content, user-friendly interface, and supportive community of writers and readers.

Founded: 2014
Founder: Kadokawa Corporation
Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan
Official website: https://kakuyomu.jp