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Frequently Asked Questions

We have compiled a list of questions frequently asked by our customers. We hope you can find a quick solution to your questions here before contacting us.

About Curious World

Q. Is there a registration fee or student fee?

No, there is no cost involved in student registration.

Q. What do I need to get started?

You need a computer with an internet connection and a headset (or a microphone and speakers). We also recommend preparing a webcam. ※ Being able to see each other helps create a sense of reassurance.

Q. What can I do on CURIOUS WORLD?

You can take one-on-one lessons using the calling system (Bellbird).We provide rich and fulfilling online lessons.

Q. Can I take lessons from overseas?

Yes, you can. As long as you have the required environment, you can take lessons from anywhere in the world.

About Lessons

Q. What kind of Teachers are available?

We have a wide range of Teachers. You can find more details on the Teacher List page.

Q. How do I cancel a lesson?

You can cancel by going to:
My Page → Lesson History/Reservation Confirmation → Select the Lesson you want to cancel and click on Details. (To cancel the lesson, you need to fill out the reason.)
Cancellations made at least 2 hours before the lesson start time will not be charged. Please note that cancellations made within 2 hours of the start time will be subject to a fee.

Q. When will my points be refunded after a cancellation?

Refunds are processed immediately. However, if you cancel less than 2 hours before the class time, it will be treated as an "Emergency Cancellation," and the points for the class will still be consumed.
Please note that it may take approximately 2 days after the scheduled lesson for the updated point balance to appear on your My Page.

Q. How many lessons can I take in a single day?

There is no limit to the number of lessons you can take per day. As long as you have available points, you can book as many lessons as you like.

Q. What are the available hours for lessons?

Lessons are available from 7:00 -24:00JST (Japan/ Korea GMT+9)
6:00〜23:00 Philippines, China, Mongolia, Taiwan GMT+8
5:00〜22:00 Vietnam GMT+7
2:00〜19:00 Middle East countries GMT+4 / 1:00〜18:00 GMT+3

Q. What should I check before the lesson?

There are two things you need to check.

  • Test the connection of your headset and webcam

If the cause of audio or camera issues is on the student side, points cannot be refunded even if the lesson cannot be conducted.
Also, if you do not approve the contact request, teacher will not be able to make a call, so please be sure to approve it.

Q. Can I contact the Teacher before the lesson?

Yes, you can. Go to "Lesson History," select the relevant lesson page, and send a message via the message field. Messages from the Teacher will also appear there. You will receive an automated email notification when a Teacher sends you a message.

Q. I want to confirm if my reservation was successful.

When a reservation is completed, a "Reservation Confirmation Email" will be sent to your registered email address. Please check it. We also notify you via email regarding cancellation completions and messages from Teachers.

Q. I couldn't participate in the lesson due to unstable call system or internet connection on my end.

Please report this as a "Trouble" in the Completion Report. Please check your internet connection and perform a call system test. If the issue persists, you can cancel reservations before they start (Note: cancellations made within 2 hours of the start time will result in a 100% point deduction).

Q. Can I send feedback regarding the lesson?

Yes, you can. Click "Lesson History" in the side menu and post your feedback from the "Feedback" section of the relevant lesson page. Your comments will be sent to the Teacher and the administration. Please note that submitted feedback may be featured on our website.

Q. What is the "Favorite" function?

This feature allows you to efficiently book lessons with your preferred Teachers. If you find a Teacher you like, click the "Favorite" button. They will be added to your Favorites list. This function is available on the "Teacher List" and "Teacher Details" pages.

Q. It's lesson time, but the Teacher hasn't joined the call system.

We apologize for the inconvenience.
The Teacher may be experiencing connection issues due to weather or other technical problems. In cases of sudden power outages, it may be difficult for the Teacher to notify you immediately.
If the Teacher does not appear after 5 minutes, please end the call system session and select "Not Conducted (Teacher did not show up)" in the Lesson Completion Report.
Points or coupons for that lesson will not be consumed. Please book another session at your convenience.

About Fees and Points

Q. What payment methods are available?

We accept payments via credit card.

Q. I am on a monthly plan, but I used up my points before the expiration date.

You can purchase additional points as needed while maintaining your monthly studentship. When you purchase new points, the expiration date for your balance will be extended to 27 days from the date of purchase.

Q. Where can I check the expiration date of my points?

After logging in, you can check this on the 【Point Transaction Details】 page.

Q. When are points officially deducted?

Points are officially processed 24 hours after the lesson ends.
During this period, they may still appear in your total balance but cannot be used for new bookings. Thank you for your understanding.

Questions About the Calling System

Q. What calling system do you use?

Q. I cannot enter the calling system

About student Registration and Other Inquiries

Q. Does it cost money to register as a student?

No, student registration is free.

Q. I registered as a student, but I cannot book a lesson.

Please complete your profile information here. You will be able to book lessons once your basic profile is registered.

Q. How is my registration information handled?

Your registration information is strictly managed and protected by our company.

Q. I registered as a student, but I haven't received a confirmation email.

Emails from Curious World may sometimes be classified as "Spam" or "Junk" by free email services (such as Yahoo Mail or Gmail). Please check your spam folder as well.

Q. I registered using a mobile phone email address, but I am not receiving emails.

Mobile carriers often have strong spam filters that may block our emails. If you experience issues or character encoding problems, please try updating your email app or use a free email service like Gmail.

*You may be able to fix character display issues by changing the text encoding to [UTF-8].

Q. The email I received is garbled (mojibake).

Some older email clients may not fully support our message format, which can cause garbled text. If this happens, please update your email app or use another free email address (such as Gmail).

*Even without updating your app, changing the character encoding to [UTF-8] may resolve the issue.

  • For Outlook, please check here.
  • For Thunderbird, please check here.
  • For Becky!, please check here.

Q. Can I change or delete my registered information?

Yes, you can. You can freely change your information at any time via Edit Profile after logging in. To delete your information (account cancellation), please contact us via the Inquiry Form.

Q. Can multiple people use a single student account?

No, shared use is not permitted. Please ensure each individual registers for their own student account.

Q. Can I suspend or cancel my studentship?

We do not have a temporary suspension system. If you wish to stop using the service, please complete the cancellation process for your current plan via the credit card payment section on your My Page. You can re-register at any time.

Q. I want to change my password.

After logging in, you can change it via the Change Password page.

Q. I forgot my password.

Please reset your password using the "Password Reset" link on the login screen.

Q. What are the recommended system requirements?

The recommended environment is as follows:

  • [Web Browser]
    ・Windows: Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge (latest versions)
    ・Mac: Apple Safari, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome (latest versions)
  • [Hardware]
    ・Memory (RAM): 2GB or more

Q. Are there any other recommended settings besides the browser?

[Network] Wired connection is recommended. [call system] Please use the latest version.

Q. When should I complete the studentship cancellation process?

You can cancel (terminate) your course once the payment for the month you wish to end has been processed. Rest assured that points already granted for that month will remain available until their original expiration date.