Listen to NHK News Articles
Catch up on NHK NEWS WEB articles hands-free. CastReader extracts article text and reads it aloud with natural AI voices.
Why Listen to NHK News with CastReader?
Stay informed without watching TV
Smart Extraction
News Text Only
NHK NEWS WEB pages include related articles, featured links, and social buttons. CastReader extracts only the news article text.
Multitask
Morning News While Getting Ready
No time to sit in front of the TV? Open NHK news and click CastReader. Listen while brushing teeth or making breakfast.
Natural Voices
Accurate News Narration
NHK articles are written in clear, accurate Japanese. CastReader's AI delivers natural narration matching that style.
100% Free
Free News Audio
NHK NEWS WEB is free. CastReader is free. Switch from reading to listening at zero cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
About listening to NHK News
How do I listen to NHK News?
Install CastReader from the Chrome Web Store, open any NHK NEWS WEB article, and click the CastReader icon.
Does it work with other news sites?
Yes. CastReader works on any webpage including Yahoo! News Japan, Asahi, and Yomiuri.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free with no limits and no signup required.
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