Feel confident speaking Japanese.
One conversation at a time.
Speak without fear. Express yourself like you've always wanted.
こんにちは！今日は何を学びたいですか？
レストランで注文したい
いいですね！まず「すみません」から始めましょう
Sound familiar?
Too Gamified
Streaks, XP, leaderboards. You're busy, but not really learning. 500 days in, and you still freeze when someone talks to you.
Too Academic
Structured and effective, but you quit after two weeks. It doesn't adapt to your life or what you actually care about.
There's a better way
An app that actually knows how to teach you.
Why Kigaru
Learning that works
AI that builds around you, not the other way around.
A Tutor, Not An App
It steps in when you're stuck, remembers what trips you up, and builds on what you already know. Like a real teacher who's always available.
Real Progress
We measure what you can do, not what you've memorized. Can you order coffee? Ask for help? That's what counts.
Personalized to You
Lessons built around your interests and schedule. When life gets busy, the app adjusts with you.
How It Works
Four simple steps
From first phrase to real conversation.
Share your goals
A quick chat about what you want to do with Japanese. The AI builds a plan around your life.
Start speaking
Talk to your AI tutor like a real person. Hold to speak, let go to listen. It feels natural.
Practice what matters
Flashcards, quizzes, and exercises show up when you need them, based on what you find tricky.
See real progress
You'll know you're improving because you can actually do things. Order food, ask for directions, have a conversation.
こんにちは！今日は何を学びたいですか？
レストランで注文したい
いいですね！まず「すみません」から始めましょう
Behind the scenes
Three agents, one goal
A team of AI agents working together to help you speak confidently.
Syllabus Agent
Plans your path
Keeps your learning on track. When life gets busy, it adjusts so you never fall behind.
Session Agent
Runs your lessons
Guides each conversation from warmup to practice. Every session is shaped around you.
Mastery Agent
Tracks your skills
Knows what you can do and what needs work. Sends you the right practice at the right time.
Syllabus Agent
Plans your path
Keeps your learning on track. When life gets busy, it adjusts so you never fall behind.
Session Agent
Runs your lessons
Guides each conversation from warmup to practice. Every session is shaped around you.
Mastery Agent
Tracks your skills
Knows what you can do and what needs work. Sends you the right practice at the right time.
Founder's Note
"I created Kigaru Talks because I saw a pattern in my own students. They knew the grammar, the vocabulary. But when it came to actually speaking, they froze."
What they lacked wasn't knowledge. It was a safe, encouraging space to express themselves.
As someone who speaks four languages myself, I've learned that the foundation of language isn't just study, it's environment. When the space feels "kigaru" (light, warm, pressure-free), we become more willing to open up, to make mistakes, to connect.
That's the heart of Kigaru Talks. A place where it's okay to be unsure, where mistakes are part of the conversation, and where learning feels like connection.
— Aika
Cofounder & CEO, Kigaru Talks
Questions
Frequently Asked
Is this good for complete beginners?
Yes! Even if you know zero Japanese, you'll speak your first phrase in minutes. The AI meets you wherever you are.
How is this different from other language apps?
Most apps give everyone the same lessons. Kigaru builds yours from scratch based on your interests, pace, and goals. Three AI agents work together to personalise every session.
Do I need to schedule lessons?
Nope. Open the app whenever you want and start a conversation. It's always ready.
How much does it cost?
Free to get started. Premium plans with unlimited conversations are available as a subscription. Check the app for current pricing.
What languages are supported?
Japanese for English speakers right now. We're focused on getting one language right before expanding.
Is my data private?
Yes. Your conversations are only used to personalise your learning. We don't sell your data. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Ready to start speaking?
Download Kigaru Talks. It's free to try.