Bouyomi-chan MCP Server
Click on "Deploy Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@Bouyomi-chan MCP Server read this text aloud with a female voice at normal speed"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Boyomi-chan MCP Server (Node.js version)
This is a server that uses the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to provide text-to-speech functionality using Bokuyomi-chan (a slow voice) to AI assistants. It is implemented in Node.js/TypeScript.
overview
This server is an MCP server that allows AI assistants such as Claude to use Boyomi-chan.
Related MCP server: MCP Simple AivisSpeech
function
Text to speech
Select voice type (female, male, etc.)
Volume adjustment
Adjustable speech speed
Pitch Adjustment
Prerequisites
Node.js 16 or higher
npm 7 or higher
Boyomi-chan must be installed.
The HTTP link for Boyomi-chan is running on port 50080.
How to install
Clone this repository:
git clone https://github.com/uraoz/bouyomichan-mcp-nodejs.git
cd bouyomichan-mcp-nodejsInstall the dependencies:
npm installWhich compiles:
npm run buildHow to use
Starting the Server
npm startIntegration with Claude for Desktop
To work with Claude for Desktop you need to edit the configuration file:
Open the Claude for Desktop configuration file:
MacOS:
~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.jsonWindows:
%APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json
Add the following content (replace the paths with the actual file paths):
{
"mcpServers": {
"bouyomi": {
"command": "node",
"args": [
"/絶対パス/bouyomichan-mcp-nodejs/build/index.js"
]
}
}
}Restart Claude for Desktop.
Usage Example
Claude for Desktop will read text aloud to you by:
Read out "Hello, World"
A male voice reads out "This is a test."
Speed up and read "I'm in a hurry"
Parameter Description
Parameters | explanation | Default value | Scope |
text | Read text | Required | Any text |
voice | Audio Type | 0 (1 female) | 0: Female 1, 1: Male 1, 2: Female 2, ... |
volume | volume | -1 (default) | -1: default, 0-100: volume level |
speed | speed | -1 (default) | -1: default, 50-200: speed level |
tone | Pitch | -1 (default) | -1: default, 50-200: pitch level |
license
MIT
Available Tools
1 toolread_textC
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Inputs: no named parameters.
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TDQS
Scored across 1 tool
With only one tool, there is no possibility of ambiguity or overlap between tools. The tool 'read_text' has a singular, clear purpose that cannot be confused with any other tool in this set.
A single tool inherently exhibits perfect naming consistency, as there are no other tools to compare it against. The name 'read_text' follows a clear verb_noun pattern, which is consistent with itself.
A single tool for a text-to-speech server is too minimal for practical use. While it covers the core functionality, typical MCP servers benefit from additional tools (e.g., for configuration, status checks, or voice control), making this count feel thin and limiting for agent interactions.
The tool 'read_text' provides the essential action for a text-to-speech server, but there are notable gaps. Missing operations might include stopping speech, adjusting speed or volume, checking status, or managing voice settings, which could hinder agent workflows in more complex scenarios.
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