Use WP Downloader to save a Japanese Kakuyomu story as a PDF. Paste the work link into the box above, select PDF, and download the entire story in one file. WP Downloader is free to use online, with nothing to install.
How to download a Kakuyomu story as a PDF
- Open the story on Kakuyomu and copy its URL. It should look like
https://kakuyomu.jp/works/12341234123412341234. - Paste the URL into the download box above.
- Select PDF as the output format.
- Choose whether to include the story’s images.
- Sign in with Discord when prompted. The sign-in is free and required for PDF downloads.
- Follow the instructions to create and download the PDF.
You can also start from the main Kakuyomu downloader. WP Downloader will detect that the link is from Kakuyomu.
What the PDF contains
The PDF contains the complete Kakuyomu story, with its Japanese text as published on the site.
Kakuyomu downloads cover whole stories. Individual chapters and reading lists are not supported. If you prefer an ebook format for reading apps and ereaders, use the free Kakuyomu to EPUB converter.
You can choose whether to include the story’s images. WP Downloader does not create MOBI, AZW3, or TXT files, and it cannot add new chapters to a file you have already downloaded. Submit the Kakuyomu link again whenever you want a newer copy.
Signing in
You do not need a Kakuyomu account. Paste the work URL into WP Downloader and continue.
Discord sign-in is required for PDF downloads. It is separate from Kakuyomu and is not required when downloading an EPUB.
WP Downloader only downloads content that is already available to you. It does not bypass paywalls, locked chapters, age restrictions, or other access controls.
FAQ
What kind of Kakuyomu link should I paste?
Use the main work URL, such as https://kakuyomu.jp/works/12341234123412341234. WP Downloader downloads the complete story, so you do not need to submit each chapter separately.
Do I need a Kakuyomu account?
No. Kakuyomu downloads do not require a Kakuyomu sign-in. You only need a free Discord sign-in when creating a PDF.
Can I download just one chapter?
No. WP Downloader only downloads complete Kakuyomu stories. It does not support individual chapters or lists from this site.
Why is my old PDF missing newer chapters?
WP Downloader cannot update an existing file. Paste the story link into the Kakuyomu to PDF downloader again to create a new copy. You can also visit Help or browse the full list of supported sites.