Kimini Online English Launches Voice-Input Vocabulary Training Integrated with Bestselling DataBase Series

Glats Inc., a member of the Gakken Holdings group and provider of the online English conversation service 'Kimini Online English', has launched a new 'voice-input' vocabulary training service in collaboration with Kirihara Shoten Inc. This service utilizes the popular 'DataBase' series of English vocabulary books.

### About the Voice-Input Vocabulary Training This service moves beyond traditional 'look and listen' methods by requiring learners to actually speak using voice recognition technology. It is a new learning model that allows students to study essential vocabulary for high school tests and university entrance exams while simultaneously training their speaking skills. The service is available within the 'Skill-Specific Training' section for users of Kimini's Standard Plus and Weekday Plus plans.

The system features an 'Omakase Mode' (Automatic Mode) that automatically selects the next words to study based on the learner's progress and past accuracy. This provides 'personalized optimized learning' tailored to each individual's proficiency. By repeating vocabulary practice and speech output, learners can transform 'passive knowledge' into 'active communication tools.'

### Collaboration with the DataBase Series The integration includes three titles from Kirihara Shoten's bestselling 'DataBase' series, which has sold over 7.3 million copies in total: 1. DataBase 1700: Junior high to basic high school vocabulary. 2. DataBase 3300: Common Test (Kyotsu Test) level. 3. DataBase 4800: Common Test, private university, and secondary exam levels.

### Background of Development Following the 2020 revision of Japanese educational guidelines, English education has shifted toward a comprehensive development of the four skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing). However, securing opportunities for speaking practice remains a challenge. The goal of this development is to efficiently connect classroom knowledge with real-world application within limited study time.

### Developer Comments Tomoki Fukue, Director at Glats, emphasized the aim to naturally link vocabulary learning with speaking practice to build usable English proficiency. Ayako Matsuki, Head of English Editing at Kirihara Shoten, noted the significance of providing effective learning methods that traditional printed books alone could not offer.