Launch of "Eigoba Junior," an Online Individual Tutoring Service Specialized in Eiken Preparation, Aiming to Help Elementary School Students Pass Eiken Grade 3 from Scratch
Tri-Rich Co., Ltd. has launched "Eigoba Junior," an online tutoring service designed to help elementary school students pass Eiken Grade 3. The program provides personalized study plans, progress management, and expert coaching to ensure consistent learning for beginners.
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Tri-Rich Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo; Representative Director: Yuya Mitomi), which operates the online individual tutoring service "Eigoba" specializing in Eiken (Test in Practical English Proficiency) preparation, launched "Eigoba Junior," an Eiken preparation service for elementary school students, today, March 31, 2026.
Eigoba Junior is designed as an online Eiken preparation service that provides comprehensive support—from study plan design to progress management and instruction—even for elementary school students who are new to English learning. It is structured to help students step up gradually from Eiken Grade 5, with the goal of passing Grade 3 while still in elementary school.
The program employs a learning design that allows even elementary school students to steadily advance their Eiken preparation by balancing "consistency" and "quality of learning."
■ The Growing Trend of Elementary School Students Taking Eiken
According to the "Integrated Report 2025" (*) published by the Eiken Foundation of Japan, the number of elementary school students taking the Eiken test in fiscal year 2024 reached 375,991, an increase of approximately 1.5 times compared to fiscal year 2014.
*Source: Eiken Foundation of Japan, "Integrated Report 2025"
This trend is driven by factors such as:
- The introduction of English as a formal subject in elementary schools
- The use of English qualifications in junior high and high school entrance exams
- Growing interest in early English education
As a result, there is a widening movement of students challenging English qualification exams from the elementary school level, and the need for acquiring English proficiency from an early age is increasing.
■ Challenges in Eiken Preparation for Elementary School Students
On the other hand, challenges in Eiken preparation for elementary school students include:
- Not knowing how to proceed with studies
- Difficulty in managing learning at home
- A tendency to focus solely on problem-solving exercises
Eiken requires a balanced development of the four skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking, which demands planned study and consistency. However, for elementary school students, managing this on their own is difficult, and relying solely on the home environment places a heavy burden on families.
Furthermore, many parents express concerns such as:
"I want to teach my child English, but I don't know how."
"I don't know what to do to help my child pass Eiken."
■ Eiken Preparation Service for Elementary School Students: "Eigoba Junior"
In response to this background, Eigoba has launched "Eigoba Junior" as an Eiken preparation service for elementary school students.
As an online individual tutoring service specializing in Eiken, Eigoba has primarily provided instruction to junior high students, high school students, university students, and working adults. In this capacity, it has achieved a 90% pass rate for Eiken Pre-1st Grade (based on Eigoba student results from October 2023 to October 2024).
Additionally, during our previous instruction, we have seen an increase in consultations from parents asking:
"I want to start Eiken preparation from elementary school."
"I want to know how to learn English in a way that is sustainable for elementary school students."
Leveraging these voices and our accumulated instructional know-how, we are providing a service that allows elementary school students to study without strain and aim for Eiken Grade 3 certification before graduating elementary school.
■ Features of Eigoba Junior
Eigoba Junior is an Eiken-specialized service that provides consistent support from study plan design to progress management and individual tutoring.
1. Individualized Study Plans Back-Calculated from Eiken Success
We create a personalized study plan for each student, working backward from the goal of passing the Eiken test. With a daily study schedule, it becomes clear "what needs to be done today," allowing students to proceed without hesitation. The content is designed according to each student's level of understanding.
2. Video Content for Fun Learning
We incorporate easy-to-understand video content and quiz-style learning to ensure students can enjoy learning English. By understanding through videos and reinforcing knowledge with textbooks, students gradually develop the English proficiency required to pass Eiken.
3. Individual Tutoring by Eiken Expert Coaches
Instruction is provided by coaches who are well-versed in Eiken and have extensive experience teaching elementary school students. During twice-weekly meetings, coaches check the student's level of understanding through activities like reading aloud and mini-tests. By addressing stumbling blocks on the spot, we deepen understanding and steadily build the skills necessary to pass Eiken.
■ Benefits of Eigoba Junior
1. Smooth Start Even for Beginners: Even elementary school students new to English can start learning smoothly without getting stuck.
2. No More Parental Stress Over Study Management: Because daily study content is clear, parents do not have to worry about managing studies, and students can proceed without confusion.
3. Eliminating "I Don't Know If I Understand": By checking understanding through meetings, students can proceed with their studies while resolving anxieties.
4. Developing Self-Directed Learning: We transform learning from something the child is "forced to do" into something they "want to engage in themselves."
5. Parents Can See Growth: By sharing progress and understanding levels, parents can also witness the growth of their elementary school children.
*Eiken is a registered trademark of the Eiken Foundation of Japan.
This content has not been approved, recommended, or otherwise reviewed by the Eiken Foundation of Japan.
■ Developed by "Mito-Mama," an SNS Influencer with 40,000 Followers and a Published Author with KADOKAWA
Eigoba Junior was developed by "Mito-Mama," the operations manager of the Eiken-specialized online tutoring service "Eigoba" and an influencer who shares English learning information on social media. Based on her experience in Eiken instruction and knowledge of English education, she has designed learning content that is easy for elementary school students to understand.
■ Mito-Mama Profile / Background
- Graduate of Sophia University, Faculty of Liberal Arts
- Eiken Grade 1 / TOEIC 990 (Perfect Score)
- Elementary School English Instructor Qualification
- Completed TESOL Advanced Course
- Former English Conversation School Counselor
- Former Children's English Instructor
- Online English Conversation School Material Developer
■ Published Books (KADOKAWA)
- "The Book to Master Eiken Pre-2nd Grade English Composition and Interviews from Scratch in 7 Days"
- "The Book to Master Eiken 2nd Grade English Composition and Interviews from Scratch in 7 Days"
[Service Overview]
Service Name: Eigoba Junior
Target: Elementary school students
Supported Grades: Eiken Grade 5 to Grade 3
Content: Online individual tutoring service specialized in Eiken
URL: https://eigoba.com/junior/
[Company Overview]
Trade Name: Tri-Rich Co., Ltd.
Representative: Yuya Mitomi, Representative Director
Address: Grace Mizue 2F, 2-5-3 Mizue, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 132-0011
Established: August 2016
Business Content: English education, teaching material development
URL: https://eigoba.com/
Eigoba Junior is designed as an online Eiken preparation service that provides comprehensive support—from study plan design to progress management and instruction—even for elementary school students who are new to English learning. It is structured to help students step up gradually from Eiken Grade 5, with the goal of passing Grade 3 while still in elementary school.
The program employs a learning design that allows even elementary school students to steadily advance their Eiken preparation by balancing "consistency" and "quality of learning."
■ The Growing Trend of Elementary School Students Taking Eiken
According to the "Integrated Report 2025" (*) published by the Eiken Foundation of Japan, the number of elementary school students taking the Eiken test in fiscal year 2024 reached 375,991, an increase of approximately 1.5 times compared to fiscal year 2014.
*Source: Eiken Foundation of Japan, "Integrated Report 2025"
This trend is driven by factors such as:
- The introduction of English as a formal subject in elementary schools
- The use of English qualifications in junior high and high school entrance exams
- Growing interest in early English education
As a result, there is a widening movement of students challenging English qualification exams from the elementary school level, and the need for acquiring English proficiency from an early age is increasing.
■ Challenges in Eiken Preparation for Elementary School Students
On the other hand, challenges in Eiken preparation for elementary school students include:
- Not knowing how to proceed with studies
- Difficulty in managing learning at home
- A tendency to focus solely on problem-solving exercises
Eiken requires a balanced development of the four skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking, which demands planned study and consistency. However, for elementary school students, managing this on their own is difficult, and relying solely on the home environment places a heavy burden on families.
Furthermore, many parents express concerns such as:
"I want to teach my child English, but I don't know how."
"I don't know what to do to help my child pass Eiken."
■ Eiken Preparation Service for Elementary School Students: "Eigoba Junior"
In response to this background, Eigoba has launched "Eigoba Junior" as an Eiken preparation service for elementary school students.
As an online individual tutoring service specializing in Eiken, Eigoba has primarily provided instruction to junior high students, high school students, university students, and working adults. In this capacity, it has achieved a 90% pass rate for Eiken Pre-1st Grade (based on Eigoba student results from October 2023 to October 2024).
Additionally, during our previous instruction, we have seen an increase in consultations from parents asking:
"I want to start Eiken preparation from elementary school."
"I want to know how to learn English in a way that is sustainable for elementary school students."
Leveraging these voices and our accumulated instructional know-how, we are providing a service that allows elementary school students to study without strain and aim for Eiken Grade 3 certification before graduating elementary school.
■ Features of Eigoba Junior
Eigoba Junior is an Eiken-specialized service that provides consistent support from study plan design to progress management and individual tutoring.
1. Individualized Study Plans Back-Calculated from Eiken Success
We create a personalized study plan for each student, working backward from the goal of passing the Eiken test. With a daily study schedule, it becomes clear "what needs to be done today," allowing students to proceed without hesitation. The content is designed according to each student's level of understanding.
2. Video Content for Fun Learning
We incorporate easy-to-understand video content and quiz-style learning to ensure students can enjoy learning English. By understanding through videos and reinforcing knowledge with textbooks, students gradually develop the English proficiency required to pass Eiken.
3. Individual Tutoring by Eiken Expert Coaches
Instruction is provided by coaches who are well-versed in Eiken and have extensive experience teaching elementary school students. During twice-weekly meetings, coaches check the student's level of understanding through activities like reading aloud and mini-tests. By addressing stumbling blocks on the spot, we deepen understanding and steadily build the skills necessary to pass Eiken.
■ Benefits of Eigoba Junior
1. Smooth Start Even for Beginners: Even elementary school students new to English can start learning smoothly without getting stuck.
2. No More Parental Stress Over Study Management: Because daily study content is clear, parents do not have to worry about managing studies, and students can proceed without confusion.
3. Eliminating "I Don't Know If I Understand": By checking understanding through meetings, students can proceed with their studies while resolving anxieties.
4. Developing Self-Directed Learning: We transform learning from something the child is "forced to do" into something they "want to engage in themselves."
5. Parents Can See Growth: By sharing progress and understanding levels, parents can also witness the growth of their elementary school children.
*Eiken is a registered trademark of the Eiken Foundation of Japan.
This content has not been approved, recommended, or otherwise reviewed by the Eiken Foundation of Japan.
■ Developed by "Mito-Mama," an SNS Influencer with 40,000 Followers and a Published Author with KADOKAWA
Eigoba Junior was developed by "Mito-Mama," the operations manager of the Eiken-specialized online tutoring service "Eigoba" and an influencer who shares English learning information on social media. Based on her experience in Eiken instruction and knowledge of English education, she has designed learning content that is easy for elementary school students to understand.
■ Mito-Mama Profile / Background
- Graduate of Sophia University, Faculty of Liberal Arts
- Eiken Grade 1 / TOEIC 990 (Perfect Score)
- Elementary School English Instructor Qualification
- Completed TESOL Advanced Course
- Former English Conversation School Counselor
- Former Children's English Instructor
- Online English Conversation School Material Developer
■ Published Books (KADOKAWA)
- "The Book to Master Eiken Pre-2nd Grade English Composition and Interviews from Scratch in 7 Days"
- "The Book to Master Eiken 2nd Grade English Composition and Interviews from Scratch in 7 Days"
[Service Overview]
Service Name: Eigoba Junior
Target: Elementary school students
Supported Grades: Eiken Grade 5 to Grade 3
Content: Online individual tutoring service specialized in Eiken
URL: https://eigoba.com/junior/
[Company Overview]
Trade Name: Tri-Rich Co., Ltd.
Representative: Yuya Mitomi, Representative Director
Address: Grace Mizue 2F, 2-5-3 Mizue, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 132-0011
Established: August 2016
Business Content: English education, teaching material development
URL: https://eigoba.com/