Kotomoことばのおとも

SPI CO.,LTD.

About this app

Is your Japanese being understood properly?

Kotomo is a pronunciation practice app for foreign learners of Japanese.

Through pronunciation evaluation, shadowing, repeat practice, AI instructor chat, and online reading, you can aim for natural and understandable Japanese while checking your own voice.

You can check the results of your recorded voice and your learning history, making it easy to continue practicing every day and reflect on your progress.

[Main Features]

■ Pronunciation Evaluation
Record your voice while looking at the example sentence and check the state of your pronunciation.
Use the score and feedback to identify areas for improvement and practice repeatedly.

■ Shadowing Practice
Listen to the example audio and practice speaking while imitating it.
Listen back to your own recording and practice while checking differences in intonation and rhythm.

■ Repeat Practice
Listen to the example sentence and practice speaking it aloud exactly as it is.
Practice listening and speaking repeatedly while checking whether what you said matches the example text.

■ Communication Assessment (AI Instructor Chat)
Practice effective communication by conversing in Japanese with "Kotomo Sensei."
Speak into the microphone, and the AI ​​instructor will respond in text and you can also hear it back, allowing you to experience practical interaction.

■ Online Reading Aloud
Practice reading aloud with other learners, connecting in real-time audio.
Create a room or join a publicly available room, and everyone can read aloud the displayed example text.
You can turn your microphone on/off and switch speakers, and the room host can manage participants.

【Recommended for those who:】
・Want to improve their pronunciation and intonation by checking them themselves
・Want to learn effective communication by comparing themselves to examples
・Want to continue practicing Japanese speaking a little bit every day in a fun way

Visualize your own voice and speak natural, understandable Japanese.
Start practicing speaking with Kotomo today.