# Kotomoことばのおとも

> AI analyzes and evaluates your pronunciation. Develop natural-sounding Japanese conversation skills through reading aloud, repeating, shadowing, and AI-powered conversation.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.spi.android.vm](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.spi.android.vm)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.spi.android.vm`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SPI CO.,LTD.
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 8
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-31
- **First published:** 2026-07-29
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 98 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spi.android.vm)
- **Website:** [https://www.kotomo.app/](https://www.kotomo.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.kotomo.app/privacy/](https://www.kotomo.app/privacy/)

## Description

Is your Japanese being understood properly?<br><br>Kotomo is a pronunciation practice app for foreign learners of Japanese.<br><br>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>[Main Features]<br><br>■ Pronunciation Evaluation<br>Record your voice while looking at the example sentence and check the state of your pronunciation.<br>Use the score and feedback to identify areas for improvement and practice repeatedly.<br><br>■ Shadowing Practice<br>Listen to the example audio and practice speaking while imitating it.<br>Listen back to your own recording and practice while checking differences in intonation and rhythm.<br><br>■ Repeat Practice<br>Listen to the example sentence and practice speaking it aloud exactly as it is.<br>Practice listening and speaking repeatedly while checking whether what you said matches the example text.<br><br>■ Communication Assessment (AI Instructor Chat)<br>Practice effective communication by conversing in Japanese with &quot;Kotomo Sensei.&quot;<br>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.<br><br>■ Online Reading Aloud<br>Practice reading aloud with other learners, connecting in real-time audio.<br>Create a room or join a publicly available room, and everyone can read aloud the displayed example text.<br>You can turn your microphone on/off and switch speakers, and the room host can manage participants.<br><br>【Recommended for those who:】<br>・Want to improve their pronunciation and intonation by checking them themselves<br>・Want to learn effective communication by comparing themselves to examples<br>・Want to continue practicing Japanese speaking a little bit every day in a fun way<br><br>Visualize your own voice and speak natural, understandable Japanese.<br>Start practicing speaking with Kotomo today.

## Rankings

- #2,852,878 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.spi.android.vm.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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