ピッコマ-人気漫画や話題のコミックが毎日読めるマンガアプリ: Comics app

Piccoma is a manga reading application by Kakao piccoma Corp. that offers a large catalog of comics, light novels, and exclusive titles with a wait-and-read free model. The app has been downloaded over 50 million times according to its promotional material, and it currently shows more than 10 million installs on its listing page. It is designed for readers who want to sample many series without committing to purchases, as it refreshes free reading opportunities on a daily cycle. The core idea is simple: you can read a chapter for free, and after roughly 23 hours, the next chapter of that title also becomes free, which lets you juggle several ongoing series at once without spending money. Beyond the free rotation, the service includes a large pool of exclusive and early-release works, plus a vertical, full-color format called SMARTOON that is optimized for phone screens. The app also runs regular campaigns, events, and coin-earning activities, so even paid content can sometimes be accessed through participation rather than direct purchase. The version 8.7.0 update, released on October 30, 2026, brings a renewed ANIME home section, more keyword buttons on the search screen, and minor fixes. This refresh suggests the developer is paying attention to discovery and navigation, making it easier to find adapted works and trending titles. Overall, the app positions itself as a legitimate, licensed alternative to pirate sites, with a strong emphasis on free access, volume discounts, and pre-order bonuses for readers who prefer to own the latest chapters. It covers a broad spectrum of genres, from shonen and shojo to seinen, josei, BL, TL, horror, mystery, and sports, so it tries to appeal to a wide audience rather than a narrow niche. The interface is built around daily engagement, encouraging users to open the app frequently to claim tickets, check events, and see what new chapters have unlocked.

Key features

• Wait-and-read free model: after 23 hours, the next chapter of any title you are reading becomes free, and this applies to multiple series at once, not just one per day.
• Over 60,000 titles are available in the free rotation, spanning manga, light novels, and magazines.
• More than 5,200 exclusive and early-release titles that can only be read on this app, many of which also participate in the wait-and-read free system.
• SMARTOON format: full-color, vertically scrolling comic content designed for comfortable reading on smartphones.
• Daily ¥0+ tickets: launch the app each day to receive tickets that let you read 13 or more eligible chapters for free without waiting.
• Bakuyomi ¥0: every Monday, 100 binge-reading tickets are distributed, allowing you to read up to 30 free chapters per eligible title per week.
• Volume purchase bonuses: buying the latest volume on release day or pre-ordering it earns bonus coins, making whole-volume reading more affordable.
• Personalized home screen: the My Home feature lets you select preferred works to see tailored recommendations and special offers.
• Regular free campaigns and events, including bingo, quizzes, and attendance rewards that can earn you coins for paid content.
• A wide genre catalog covering romance, horror, mystery, fantasy, drama, action, sports, slice of life, BL, TL, gag manga, and more.

How to install

1. Tap the download button on this page to get the APK file for version 8.7.0.
2. When your browser or file manager asks for permission, allow it to install apps by enabling the Install unknown apps setting for that app.
3. Open the downloaded APK file from your notifications or Downloads folder.
4. Tap Install and wait for the process to finish; the file size is not specified, so ensure you have enough free storage.
5. Open the app after installation. Android 9 (API level 9) or higher is required, and the app is free to download with ads and in-app purchases available.

Latest changes · 8.7.0

Version 8.7.0 of Piccoma refreshes the ANIME home screen and adds more keyword buttons on the search screen, along with minor fixes. The app continues to offer a wide lineup of manga and novels, plus campaigns with free bonuses and discounts, as well as SMARTOON, a full-color, vertical-scrolling format optimized for smartphones.

Piccoma is for manga enthusiasts who enjoy reading many series at once and are willing to wait a day for free chapters, as well as for fans of exclusive early-release content and readers who like vertical, full-color comic formats. It also suits bargain hunters who want to use events, tickets, and pre-order bonuses to minimize spending on paid chapters.

To maximize free reading, set a daily routine: open the app each morning to claim your ¥0+ ticket, start reading several series, and then return after 23 hours to unlock the next chapters. Using the My Home feature to mark your favorites can also help you spot special offers and campaign titles more quickly.

Piccoma is a well-rounded manga app that stands out for its extensive free reading system and its large library of exclusive and early-release content. The wait-and-read model is a fair trade-off for readers who follow multiple series, and the weekly binge tickets add real value. While ads, in-app purchases, and the mature rating may not appeal to everyone, the app delivers a legitimate and feature-rich experience that is hard to match for cost-conscious manga fans. Version 8.7.0 improves discovery with a renewed ANIME home and better search buttons, showing ongoing refinement. If you are comfortable with the wait-based system and occasional ads, Piccoma is a solid choice for everyday manga reading.