Project Overview: Mochi Mochi Language Learning App
This project focused on developing Mochi Mochi, a mobile-first language learning application designed to help users effectively learn English, Japanese, and Kanji through habit-based study and gamified experiences. The app emphasizes engagement, retention, and daily learning consistency.
By combining spaced repetition techniques with interactive exercises and personalized reminders, Mochi Mochi enables learners to build sustainable study habits and improve language proficiency over time.
Client Background & Business
Challenges in EdTech
Mochi Mochi is an EdTech startup focused on delivering accessible and engaging language education through mobile platforms. The target users include self-learners seeking flexible, effective ways to study languages on a daily basis.
- Client: Mochi Mochi EdTech Startup
- Industry: Education Technology & Language Learning
The client faced several key challenges:
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Increasing learner engagement and long-term retention.
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Supporting multiple languages and learning skills in one app.
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Encouraging consistent daily study habits.
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Delivering personalized learning experiences at scale.
Our Solution: Gamified and Habit-Based Language Learning
JVB developed a gamified iOS language learning application that blends spaced repetition, interactive exercises, and daily reminders to reinforce learning behavior. The solution was designed to keep users motivated while supporting multiple learning modes.
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Mobile-first iOS application development.
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Spaced repetition learning logic.
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Gamified exercises and quizzes.
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Personalized daily alerts and reminders.
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Continuous feature iteration and maintenance.
The platform was built to evolve continuously, allowing new features and content to be released regularly under a lab-based development model.
Key Features
of the Mochi Mochi App
Practice across listening, speaking, reading, and writing
“Golden time” reminders for optimized review sessions
Game-based learning and interactive quizzes
Daily progress tracking
Motivational notifications to reinforce study habits
Personalized learning flow
These features were designed with user experience and scalability in mind — allowing the client’s sales team to handle thousands of transactions daily with minimal manual oversight.
Our Role and Contributions
in this Learning App Project
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Developing and maintaining the iOS application
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Designing learning logic and spaced repetition flows
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Implementing daily alerts and notification system
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Building game-based learning features
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Supporting ongoing updates under a lab-based contract
JVB partnered with the Mochi Mochi team to design, develop, and continuously enhance the mobile application.
Impact & Results
The Mochi Mochi app delivered strong adoption and engagement outcomes:
Before
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Low learning consistency:
Users struggled to maintain regular study habits. -
Limited engagement:
Traditional learning methods lacked motivation and interaction. -
Fragmented learning experience:
Learning multiple skills required separate tools or approaches. -
Weak retention:
Learners often dropped off after short usage periods.
After
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Improved learning habits:
Daily reminders encourage consistent study routines. -
Higher engagement:
Gamification increases motivation and enjoyment. -
Unified skill practice:
All language skills are practiced within one app. -
Stronger retention:
Personalized learning flows support long-term usage.
The app achieved widespread adoption and positive feedback across the region.
Technologies We Used
The app leverages core iOS technologies to deliver responsive interactions, audio-based learning, and real-time user notifications.
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iOS
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Swift
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