About OTOKAI
Instructors
For Music Educators and Music Therapists Interested in OTOKAI
OTOKAI is a dementia prevention program built around weekly AI-assisted music composition lessons.
OTOKAI is an innovative cognitive wellness program that uses music to support dementia prevention. In weekly small-group classes, participants use a dedicated app to create their own musical works. Anyone can enjoy a simple music composition experience, and completed works are shared and discussed with fellow participants. Instructors draw upon their musical expertise to provide commentary and feedback on participants’ works.
Through this composition experience, participants stimulate their brains and support the maintenance of cognitive function. The program also promotes social interaction, helping participants discover new interests and build meaningful connections with others.
OTOKAI lessons are conducted once a week using a dedicated app in groups of approximately ten participants. The small-group format allows instructors to provide individualized attention and support. Online participation is also available, enabling people from across Japan to take part.
Typical Lesson Flow
* Because ongoing participation is required, cognitive assessments are not included in one-time events.
* Images shown are AI-generated illustrations.
Please refer to the PDF guide for app installation and account registration instructions. View the PDF guide →
The Effectiveness of OTOKAI Has Been Scientifically Validated
A joint study with the Advanced Institute of Industrial Technology in Tokyo demonstrated improvements in frontal lobe function among participants who continued the OTOKAI program. Participants can join with confidence.
The program has been selected for Tokyo’s Strategic Innovation Promotion Program, and a second study is currently underway.
A dementia prevention professional who applies expertise in music education and music therapy to support an aging society.
OTOKAI instructors facilitate lessons, encourage participation, provide musical commentary and interpretation, and help bring out participants’ creativity while fostering interaction. They communicate musical concepts in an accessible way and support the creative experience regardless of participants’ musical background or level of interest in music. It is a socially meaningful role that helps bring joy, engagement, and well-being to participants’ daily lives.
Responsibilities of an OTOKAI Instructor
Feedback
and Self-Expression
Among Participants
Who Is a Good Fit to Become an OTOKAI Instructor?
Individuals interested in social issues such as senior support and dementia prevention
Individuals who want to connect music education or music therapy with social impact
Individuals interested in incorporating innovative educational approaches such as AI