Rakuten TV is not offered as a standard US service. To download from Rakuten TV for offline viewing, use rakuten.tv in supported European countries or the separate Japanese service at tv.rakuten.co.jp, then choose an official mobile or supported desktop workflow. The European service currently includes RENT, BUY, FREE ad-supported content, and Live TV. Official offline viewing is available only for eligible titles.
How to Download from Rakuten TV in 2026: Europe, Japan, Mobile & PC explains the official mobile route and desktop local-file options for supported content. Because the European and Japanese Rakuten TV services use different catalogs and workflows, this guide covers them separately.
How to Download Rakuten TV Videos in Europe?
This section applies to the European service at rakuten.tv. For the separate Japanese service and account workflow, use the Japan section below.
In Europe, Rakuten TV currently offers RENT, BUY, FREE ad-supported content, and Live TV. The Japanese service follows a separate catalog and product structure, so its current options are covered later in this guide. For eligible European rentals and purchases, the official Rakuten TV app on supported iOS and Android mobile devices provides offline viewing. Users who need a computer workflow can also compare a compatible Rakuten downloader.
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If you're living in the UK, you can watch Rakuten TV content through Virgin TV.
Download Rakuten TV Videos on Mobile Devices
Rakuten TV Europe does not use a single subscription plan for its full catalog. Official offline downloads are available for eligible rented or purchased titles on supported mobile devices. Before downloading, check that the title displays the download option in the app.
- Use a supported Android or iOS mobile device.
- Android TV does not support official Rakuten TV offline downloads.
- Downloads use internal device storage. Storage requirements vary by title, quality, and runtime.
- Get the App: Download the latest Rakuten TV app on your Android or iOS mobile device.
- Buy or Rent the Title: On Android, eligible titles can be rented or purchased through supported in-app purchasing. On iPhone or iPad, complete the transaction on the Rakuten TV website, then sign in to the app with the same account.
- Find the Download Icon: Open an eligible title and tap the download button on its detail page.
- Check Downloads: Open Library from the bottom menu to find your downloaded videos.
- Check the Viewing Window: A downloaded item may need to be downloaded again after 30 days. For rentals, you have 30 days from the transaction to start watching and 48 hours from the first playback to finish.
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Rakuten TV's official offline feature applies to eligible rented and purchased titles. FREE and Live TV content is primarily offered for streaming, while third-party local-file compatibility depends on the source, title, and current tool support.
Download Rakuten TV Videos on Computers
Rakuten TV does not provide a general official download button for Windows or macOS. If you need eligible content on a computer as a local file, compare the official mobile route with a supported desktop workflow before choosing a method.
| Factor | Official mobile download | Desktop local-file workflow |
|---|---|---|
| Eligible devices | Supported Android and iOS mobile devices | Windows and macOS computers |
| Content eligibility | Eligible rentals and purchases | Authorized, supported titles |
| Output and storage | App-managed internal storage | MP4 or MKV local files when supported |
| Viewing period | Downloaded items may require refresh after 30 days; rentals use a separate 30-day / 48-hour viewing window | Local-file availability depends on the source and current compatibility |
| Workflow features | Offline playback inside the app | Subtitle and batch options when supported |
The official app suits eligible rentals or purchases on supported phones. A desktop workflow is more relevant when authorized users need supported titles as local files or want available subtitle and batch options on Windows or macOS.
KeepStreams for MPD provides a desktop workflow for supported content you are authorized to access. If you are deciding whether to screen record Rakuten TV, remember that real-time recording generally takes about as long as the video itself. KeepStreams for MPD can save supported Rakuten TV content as MP4 or MKV files, with subtitle and batch options depending on the source and current compatibility.
Free Trial: Test up to 3 full-length MPD videos within 30 days before purchase.
KeepStreams supports a built-in browser workflow for compatible titles on rakuten.tv. Follow these steps:
- Download and install KeepStreams for MPD on your computer.
- Open KeepStreams and navigate to www.rakuten.tv.
- Play the video you want to download and wait for analysis. If you want to process a rented or purchased title, sign in to the Rakuten TV account that has access to it.
- Click the orange download button when it appears.
- Set the available video, audio, subtitle, and output options, then click "Download Now". The maximum available resolution depends on the source video and current compatibility.
- Open the Downloads section to check progress and completed video files.
This workflow can save supported Rakuten TV videos that you are authorized to access as local MP4 or MKV files for personal offline viewing.
How to Download Videos from Rakuten TV in Japan?
Rakuten TV Japan changed its catalog structure in February 2026. Many rental titles and subscription packs were discontinued, while selected services and categories continue, including Takarazuka On Demand, Pacific League Special, certain BL/Bromance/LGBTQ+ content, and live streams. The Japanese service therefore should not be treated as the same product structure as rakuten.tv in Europe.
The Rakuten TV Japan app still supports offline playback for eligible titles on supported mobile devices, but not every title is downloadable. Check whether the download control appears for the specific content you want to watch.
Download from Rakuten TV on Mobile Devices
The Rakuten TV Japan app supports offline playback on iOS and Android for eligible titles. If a title supports downloading, its download button appears in the app. Follow these steps:
- Get the latest Rakuten TV app.
- Open the Rakuten TV app and sign in to your account.
- Search for the Rakuten TV video you want to download.
- If the title supports offline viewing, tap the download button shown for that content.
- Open the app's download area to check the saved title and its current availability.
Download from Rakuten TV on Computers
The Japanese and European Rakuten TV services use different regional sites and workflows. For tv.rakuten.co.jp, use KeepStreams for Rakuten TV with supported titles you are authorized to access. The supported output for this workflow is summarized below:
Follow the step-by-step guide to download Rakuten TV videos on your computer using KeepStreams:
- Download and install KeepStreams for Rakuten TV from the official KeepStreams website.
- Launch KeepStreams, open VIP Services, and select Rakuten TV.
- Log in with the account that has access to the title, play the video, and wait for analysis. If analysis does not start automatically, click the orange download button.
- Customize the available video, audio, subtitle, and output settings, then click "Download Now".
- Open Downloads to view real-time progress, download speed, and completed video files.
Use this workflow only for content you are authorized to access, keep saved files for personal offline viewing, and do not redistribute them.
For content you are authorized to access, KeepStreams for Rakuten TV can save supported Japanese-service titles as MP4 or MKV files for personal offline viewing on Windows or macOS. Available quality is up to 720p, with subtitles, audio-track selection, and batch handling supported where available.
FAQs
Q1. Why is the Rakuten TV download button missing?
On the European service, the official download button appears only for eligible rented or purchased titles on supported mobile devices. On Rakuten TV Japan, only eligible titles provide offline playback. If the button is missing, check the title, regional service, device support, account access, and available storage.
Q2. Can I watch Rakuten TV downloads on a flight?
Yes. Eligible official downloads can play offline while they remain valid. A downloaded item may need to be downloaded again after 30 days. For rentals, the separate rental window is 30 days from the transaction and 48 hours from the first playback, so check the countdown in Library before departure.
Q3. Can I download Rakuten TV on a Fire TV Stick?
Rakuten TV's official offline feature is documented for supported Android and iOS mobile devices rather than TV platforms. Fire TV can support Rakuten TV streaming where the service is available, but it is not an official offline-download device.
Q4. Why does Rakuten TV open the wrong regional service?
rakuten.tv serves supported European countries, while tv.rakuten.co.jp is a separate Japanese service with a different catalog, account workflow, and product structure. Confirm that the regional site matches the account and title you want to access.
Q5. Which Rakuten TV titles support offline viewing?
In Europe, official offline viewing is limited to eligible rented and purchased titles on supported mobile devices. Rakuten TV Japan also provides offline playback only for eligible titles. If a title supports downloading, the app displays a download control for that content.
Current Rakuten TV Download Status
As of September 2026, Rakuten TV Europe provides official mobile downloads for eligible rented and purchased titles on supported Android and iOS devices. The Japanese service also supports offline playback for eligible titles in its mobile app. TV platforms do not provide the same official offline-download workflow, and downloaded titles remain managed inside the app.
KeepStreams for Rakuten TV is available for Windows and macOS and supports compatible Japanese-service titles in up to 720p, with MP4 or MKV output and available AAC 2.0 audio, H.264 video, subtitles, and batch handling where supported. KeepStreams for MPD provides a separate desktop workflow for compatible European Rakuten TV sources.
If a supported Rakuten TV title stops analyzing after a service update, install the latest KeepStreams release and check the current update history or troubleshooting guidance before retrying.
Conclusion
The official Rakuten TV app is the simplest choice when an eligible title supports offline viewing on Android or iOS. In Europe, this mainly applies to eligible rentals and purchases. Rakuten TV Japan uses a separate catalog and currently offers offline playback only for supported titles in its remaining services.
For users who need supported titles as local files on a computer, KeepStreams provides separate Windows and macOS workflows for the European and Japanese Rakuten TV services. Choose KeepStreams for MPD for compatible rakuten.tv sources and KeepStreams for Rakuten TV for supported content on tv.rakuten.co.jp.
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