# dLibrary Japan — Dramas, movies, variety, anime > Japanese video streaming service for dramas, movies, anime, and variety shows. (iPhone/iPad app by NHK Cosmomedia America, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dlibrary-japan/id1239399819 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [NHK Cosmomedia America, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/713297893) - Category: Entertainment - Price: Free - Rating: 2.13/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 51 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 60 MB - Languages: English, Japanese - Released: 2017-09-06 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dlibrary-japan/id1239399819/reviews.md ## What is dLibrary Japan? dLibrary Japan provides popular and recent Japanese video programs to viewers in the US & Canada with proper content rights. With unlimited access, everyone in the family can enjoy quality Japanese content including the latest Japanese dramas, hit movies, popular variety shows, children’s programs, anime, and more. Select drama and movie titles include English subtitles. ## Key features - Japanese dramas - Hit movies - Popular variety shows - Children's programs - Anime - English subtitles ## Recent user reviews (10 of 51) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dlibrary-japan/id1239399819/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Cross platform app problem *2023-08-09* iTV - iPad - iPhone: Over one-week and continue to receive system error message, had worked fine for over one-year. This is after ensuring iTV - iPad - iPhone OS are latest version. Deleted dLibrary re download app, and restarted wifi router multiple times. Cannot even enter cross platform app(s) to logout and troubleshoot. Sent trouble message to maker and followed recommended remediation with no resolution. Hoping we will be reimbursed for paid services we cannot access. Error message — URLSessionTask failed with error: Could not connect to the server. ### 2/5 — Need more features *2023-04-27* This app has improved, but I wish it had more features like other platforms like Netflix. At least it should have the Download option for the price of the subscription they are charging. ### 1/5 — Unacceptable *2023-01-03, version 2.5.7* One star until they fix basic compatibility issue that has made content inaccessible. Will update rating when problem has been addressed. **Developer response:** Thank you for reporting the issue. From Jan 1 to Jan 2, the service experienced problems with video playback on Apple devices. We apologize for the inconvenience caused during the holidays. If you require further assistance, please get in touch with us through our Inquiry Form; https://dlibjapan.net/inquiry ### 1/5 — The worst app ever *2023-01-02, version 2.5.7* I paid it for watching video and can’t do so. So why do I pay for??? **Developer response:** Thank you for reporting the issue. From Jan 1 to Jan 2, the service experienced problems with video playback on Apple devices. We apologize for the inconvenience caused during the holidays. If you require further assistance, please get in touch with us through our Inquiry Form; https://dlibjapan.net/inquiry ### 1/5 — Even you pay the monthly fee, still can’t watch it *2023-01-02, version 2.5.7* This is terrible app. I want to get my money back!!! **Developer response:** Thank you for reporting the issue. From Jan 1 to Jan 2, the service experienced problems with video playback on Apple devices. We apologize for the inconvenience caused during the holidays. If you require further assistance, please get in touch with us through our Inquiry Form; https://dlibjapan.net/inquiry ### 1/5 — Not loading *2023-01-02, version 2.5.7* Can’t watch the shows! The app will open, but the shows have not been loading 12/31/22 and 1/1/23. ### 1/5 — Low quality *2022-09-05, version 2.5.7* Low quality customer service and poor performance app ### 2/5 — Good content. Bad app performance *2022-08-14, version 2.5.6* The content is excellent, but unfortunately although the there is a slight improvement in performance, the app is still extremely buggy. If you pause or stop what you are watching, it will not resume again. You will have to turn off the app, wait for 10 seconds or so, and restart it. Then it may or may not resume where you left off. It’s a moody app. ### 1/5 — app is down *2022-08-03, version 2.5.6* Not working (august 2, 2022). ダウンしてるみたい。it doesn’t even get past the loading screen. ### 1/5 — Has many problems *2022-07-25, version 2.5.6* I’m not sure if this was just myself, but I’ve had many problems trying to use this overall steaming site. First, I could not log in EVEN if I clicked on the verification button. The only way I was able to log in was to click on it despite already doing so. Then, whenever I tried to look at my account information, I would get some sort server error. The only way I was able to even get any access to my account info was downloading this app. What’s weird about the app however is that it asks me to pay every single time I try to use it despite already putting my credit card info and setting up Apple Pay to pay the subscription fee. The only way I was able to even cancel my subscription was through the app. This service is beyond messed up and I would highly recommend to stay away from it. ## Frequently asked questions about dLibrary Japan ### What kind of content does dLibrary Japan offer? dLibrary Japan offers a wide range of Japanese video programs. This includes popular and recent Japanese dramas, hit movies, popular variety shows, children's programs, and anime. Select drama and movie titles also come with English subtitles. ### Who can access dLibrary Japan? The service is available to viewers in the US and Canada. It provides proper content rights for all its offerings, ensuring a legitimate viewing experience. ### Is dLibrary Japan free to use? Based on the provided information, the app is free to use. There is no mention of subscription fees or in-app purchases. ### What are the benefits of using dLibrary Japan? dLibrary Japan offers unlimited access to a diverse library of Japanese entertainment. This allows everyone in the family to enjoy quality content, including the latest releases and popular series, with the convenience of English subtitles on select titles. ## Version history (last 4 releases) ### 2.6.0 — 2023-09-25 Performance improvements with added features. With this update, you’ll get a faster, smoother experience to enhance your viewing enjoyment. ### 2.5.9 — 2023-06-14 Performance improvements with added features. With this update, you’ll get a faster, smoother experience to enhance your viewing enjoyment. ### 2.5.8 — 2023-03-21 Performance improvements with added features. With this update, you’ll get a faster, smoother experience to enhance your viewing enjoyment. ### 2.5.7 — 2022-08-30 UI and performance improvements with added features. With this update, you’ll get a faster, smoother experience to enhance your viewing enjoyment. 新しいUIの導入、パフォーマンスの向上。 ## Apps similar to dLibrary Japan | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Japan Live](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-live/id1631354133) | 1.0 (4) | Free | Entertainment | | [AsianCrush - Movies & TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/asiancrush-movies-and-tv/id1123526337) | 4.6 (23,459) | Free | Entertainment | | [Doki TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doki-tv/id1614990058) | 4.7 (35) | Free | Entertainment | | [Midnight Pulp](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/midnight-pulp/id1258727736) | 4.6 (1,759) | Free | Entertainment | | [Hankook TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hankook-tv/id1465077965) | 3.6 (22) | Free | Entertainment | | [OPENREC.tv](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/openrectv/id912776162) | 4.1 (42) | Free | Entertainment | ## More apps by NHK Cosmomedia America, Inc. - [Jme TV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jme-tv/id6467057139) All apps by NHK Cosmomedia America, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/713297893 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*