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A pioneer in English learning content

Since our founding in 2001, we have planned, developed and delivered English learning content. Today, we focus on building and operating AI English conversation services.

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2001

Founded in the USA.
A pioneer of mobile English learning

20+years

On the official sites of au,
docomo and SoftBank

1MPV / month

English Master WORLD,
enjoyed by 270,000 people

9%

SpeakL subscription purchase rate
(23% conversion rate)

Mission

Our mission

As a pioneer in mobile learning, we research learning algorithms and provide services that significantly reduce the cost and time spent learning English through technology.

By combining content planning and development, AI technology, and know-how from joint ventures with major companies, we deliver services that stay close to every learner.

Learning Design Business

Primary business
  • 01
    AI English Conversation “SpeakL”Planning, development and operation of an AI English conversation service
  • 02
    AI English Conversation correspondence coursePlanning and development of an AI English conversation service
  • 03
    SPEAK LABPlanning and development of an AI English conversation service
  • 04
    English MasterPlanning, development and operation of English learning tools
  • 05
    English Master WORLDPlanning, development and operation of English learning media

Our Services

What we offer

From our in-house AI English conversation app to joint ventures with major companies, we bring over 20 years of experience in English learning content to a wide range of channels.

AI English Conversation SpeakL
PR TIMES STORY (JAPANESE) The story behind SpeakL

An AI English conversation service 21 years in the making — the story of our CEO’s long effort to make “US$7 for 60 minutes” a reality.
In-houseAI English conversation

AI English Conversation “SpeakL”

Practice English conversation 24/7 with more than 80 AI tutors from 29 countries and 145 occupations. Grammar correction, pronunciation training and detailed feedback help you master natural expressions, with over 1,000 topics from everyday conversation to business. Because it’s AI, there’s zero embarrassment — build your speaking skills with ease!

We are looking for co-operation partners

Having achieved a highly competitive subscription purchase rate (9%) and conversion rate (23%), and validated both quality and monetization, we are seeking companies to co-operate the app with us and grow the business.

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Download SpeakL on the App Store Get SpeakL on Google Play
U-CAN TALK screen
U-CAN

AI English Conversation Course by U-CAN

A correspondence course offered jointly by U-CAN, Inc. and AltavistaRise. Combining textbooks with “U-CAN TALK”, a web service for learning with AI tutors, it lets you study anytime, anywhere. Short lessons keep beginners motivated and help them build practical English for daily life and travel.

Course page (Japanese)
SPEAK LAB for Sugotoku screen
Sugotoku Contents

AI English Conversation “SPEAK LAB for Sugotoku”

An English conversation service with AI characters, offering free talk, role-play, pronunciation practice and basic lessons. Learners choose a character that suits their goals, from beginner to advanced level.

Co-developed with Nihon Enterprise Co., Ltd.
“Sugotoku Contents” is a registered trademark of NTT DOCOMO, INC.

Service page (Japanese)
English Master for Sugotoku screen
Sugotoku Contents

English learning service “English Master for Sugotoku”

Covers a wide range of genres: vocabulary, idioms, travel phrases, mini quizzes, expressions from famous quotes, columns about life abroad, stickers, grammar, business English and more.

“Sugotoku Contents” is a registered trademark of NTT DOCOMO, INC.

Service page (Japanese)
English Master WORLD
Owned media

English learning media “English Master WORLD”

A news media with 1,000,000 page views per month, enjoyed by 270,000 people. Readers encounter new English expressions every day through quizzes and columns.

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Strengths

Why AltavistaRise

01

A pioneer in mobile English learning

A track record and trust built over 20+ years since 2001 on the official sites of Japan’s three major carriers: au, docomo and SoftBank.

02

Strong partnerships with major companies

Business with industry leaders including U-CAN, the Eiken Foundation of Japan, NTT DOCOMO, KDDI, KADOKAWA, Google and Apple.

03

Leading in generative AI × English learning

We develop the AI English conversation app SpeakL in-house and are an official partner of Microsoft’s generative AI business support program.

04

A proven monetization model

SpeakL has achieved a high subscription purchase rate (9%) and conversion rate (23%), establishing a solid revenue model.

05

Multi-channel reach

Flexible deployment across diverse platforms such as Sugotoku, SmartNews, TRILL and U-CAN correspondence courses.

Content planning & development AI technology Joint-venture know-how

Together, these form our competitive advantage.

Company profile

Company overview

Company name
AltavistaRise Co., Ltd.
Representative
Hideharu Ozawa, CEO & Representative Director
Established
May 2, 2006Business transferred from Altavista Co., Ltd., established in the USA in 2001
Capital
10 million yen
Address
Tote Komazawa Koen 3F, 1-1 Komazawa Koen,
Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 154-0013, Japan
Business
Learning design businessPlanning, development and operation of AI English conversation services, English learning tools and English learning media
Bank
MUFG Bank, Ltd. (Omotesando Branch)
Working space at Tote Komazawa Koen

Working place — Park View

Microsoft

Official partner of the Microsoft generative AI business support programPartner ID: 6916936

Business history

Our journey

2001 — 2010

Founding & official carrier sites

  1. Established Altavista Co., Ltd. in the USA

  2. Launched a service matching English teachers with people who want to learn English conversation

  3. Started English conversation training at kindergartens, nursery schools and companies

  4. Released “English Master” on the au official site

  5. Released “English Master” on the Vodafone official site

  6. Released “English Master” on the NTT DOCOMO official site

  7. Established AltavistaRise and transferred the business to better serve business with Japanese companies

  8. Started a joint business with KADOKAWA and released “Goukaku Club”

2011 — 2019

Smartphones & platform expansion

  1. Released “English Master” and “Ura English Master” on NTT DOCOMO’s d menu official site

  2. Started providing apps on au Smart Pass through an alliance with KDDI

  3. Started providing content on Yahoo! Premium
    Business tie-up with the Eiken Foundation of Japan

  4. Started providing content on NTT DOCOMO’s “Sugotoku Contents”

  5. Started providing content on NTT DOCOMO’s “My Magazine”

  6. Moved to Shibuya Cast

  7. Released the English learning media “English Master WORLD”

2020 —

Building AI English conversation

  1. Started providing content on “SmartNews”

  2. Moved to Komazawa Park

  3. Started providing content on “TRILL”

  4. Started providing content on SoftBank’s “AppPass”

  5. Launched an English quiz API service

  6. Started providing content on NTT DOCOMO’s “d App & Review”

  7. Released the listening vocabulary app “Dori’s Listening English Words” (iOS / Android)

  8. Released “SpeakL”, a web app for practicing English conversation with AI

  9. Released the AI English conversation service “SPEAK LAB”, a joint business with NTT DOCOMO and Nihon Enterprise

  10. Released U-CAN’s correspondence course “AI English Conversation” as a joint business

Working with

Our business partners

NTT DOCOMO
au by KDDI
SoftBank
Apple
Google
U-CAN
Eiken Foundation of Japan
KADOKAWA
Nihon Enterprise
SmartNews
BIGLOBE
TRILL
U.S. Department of State

Main business partnersAlphabetical order

  • Apple Inc.
  • BIGLOBE Inc.
  • D2CR
  • dely
  • Dentsu
  • Eiken Foundation of Japan
  • Google
  • KADOKAWA
  • KDDI
  • Mediba
  • Nihon Enterprise
  • NTT DOCOMO
  • Office Enic
  • PlanES
  • SoftBank
  • U-CAN
  • U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia
  • Unimedia
  • Yahoo Japan

Joint business partners

SEIKO Gungun Drill Eiken Foundation of Japan KADOKAWA Chukei Publishing Nihon Enterprise

Access

Find us

MAIN OFFICE

Tote Komazawa Koen

  • Tote Komazawa Koen 3F
    1-1 Komazawa Koen, Setagaya-ku,
    Tokyo 154-0013, Japan
  • TEL +81-3-6339-4631
    FAX +81-3-6317-3973
  • Reception desk
    Monday – Friday, 10:00 – 18:00 (JST)
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Tree-lined path in Komazawa Park
Komazawa ParkOpen Air Meeting
Tote WORK & STUDIO logo
Main OfficeTote Komazawa Koen — since 2020
Office working space
Working placePark View
Mr.Farmer cafe in Komazawa Park
Mr.FarmerKomazawa Park

Get in touch

For inquiries about our services or joint business opportunities, please contact us by email or phone.

info@altavista01.com +81-3-6339-4631