BookLive!

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Catalog

The store lists more than 2.03 million books, including free manga and light novels.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Customer support

Support is closed Saturdays and designated company holidays, and replies may take several days depending on the inquiry.faq.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Free access

Some free titles can be read immediately without registering.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Genres

Its catalog includes manga, light novels, business books, magazines, and photo books.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Maker

BookLive Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.booklive.co.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Offline limit

Downloaded-app offline reading requires opening the app online once every 30 days, and some titles require a connection.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Payments

Listed payment methods include credit cards, mobile-carrier billing, e-money, mobile and ID payments, deferred payment, points, prepaid cards, and Sanseido in-store payment.faq.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Pricing model

Users pay for selected titles; monthly fees and point purchases are not required.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Promotions

The service offers a daily coupon lottery and daily visit points; visit points can be used at one point per yen.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

Reader app

The app supports downloaded reading, categorized bookshelves, and locked bookshelves.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

What it is

BookLive! is an e-book store operated by BookLive Co., Ltd.booklive.jp · read 14 Nov 2026

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