[iOS] Compatible with iPhone and iPad running iOS 11 or later
[Android] Compatible with Android 7.0 and above

* Operation has been confirmed on the following devices. We plan to add more devices in the future.

Can I use any pencil?

No, not all pencils will fit.
Please choose a hexagonal pencil (shaft diameter: 7-8 mm face to face) that is commonly sold in Japan.

Do I need to have my smartphone next to the Motivation Pen at all times to use it?

No, you don't need a smartphone to use it. Bright Power can be accumulated just by using the motivation pen itself.

If I turn off the motivation pen, will all Bright Power I've accumulated up until then disappear?

No, it will continue to accumulate in the memory of the motivation pen until you next pour Bright Power into your smartphone.

What is the relationship between the color of the motivation lamp and the number of apples?

The relationship is as follows:
・White, light green, green: 0 pieces
・Yellow, Sakurai: 1 piece
・Orange, red: 2 pieces
・Pink, purple: 3 pieces
・Blue: 4 pieces
・Light blue: 5 pieces

How long does the battery last?

It is designed to last for about 5 days (assuming 40 minutes of use per day).
This will vary depending on the amount of writing and frequency of communication, so please consider this as a guideline only.

What is the target age range?

The target audience is mainly second to fourth grade elementary school students (lower to middle grades).

Can it be attached to mechanical pencils, touch pens, etc. other than pencils?

No you can't.

Is the app free?

Yes. It is free to use, but some content is available for in-app purchase.
*Please note that communication fees, connection fees, packet communication fees, etc. will be borne by the customer.

How many Yawaruki Pens can be registered to one smartphone?

Up to five motivation pens can be registered to one smartphone.
Furthermore, there can only be one administrator (parent) account per smartphone.

Is it possible to combine the measurement data from two or more motivation pens into one?

No, the measurement data cannot be combined.

Can I register one Bright Buddy to multiple smartphones?

No you can't.

Will waving a pen mischievously build up your study energy?

No, the pen is equipped with a mechanism that does not detect large vibrations that do not occur during normal writing. (Patent pending)

How many days will Bright Power stored in the motivation pen last?

"About 7 days." Data older than 7 days may not be sent to the app. Please communicate frequently.

It seems like the measurement of Bright Power and motivation time is not accurate.

Depending on your writing habits or posture, measurements may not be possible or may result in errors. The battery may be low. Please charge the device.

Can I check the remaining battery level of the Yawaruki Pen?

When the battery is low, the LED near the power switch will flash yellow. In this case, please charge the battery.

How long does it take to charge?

The answer is "about 2 hours."

Do I need a smartphone with a SIM card to use it?

If you are in an environment where you can connect to the Internet via Wi-Fi or other means, you can use a smartphone without a SIM card.

How do I pair (connect via Bluetooth)?

• 1. Turn on the power of the Motivation Pen (main unit).
• ②Please make sure your smartphone's Bluetooth is turned on.
• ③ Register user information in the app
  ■ When you register for the first time
  Start the app and register your user information under "Register a Motivation Pen Owner"
  ■ When adding a user
  Register the user information to be added from "Settings → Edit Registration Information → Add User"
• ④ Search for the motivation pen, and when you find it, tap "OK"
• ⑤ Tap "Pairing" and wait a few seconds until the "Done" prompt appears.
• ⑥After pairing is complete, the power of the Yaruki Pen will automatically turn off. (The LED on the Yaruki Pen will turn off.)
• [Notes]
  - Depending on the environment, Bluetooth communication may be difficult. Certain external electrical equipment such as power lines, railway overhead lines, and power plants may cause interference. Please try again in a different location.
  ・When the battery is low, communication will not be possible. Please charge the battery.

What is the communication distance between a smartphone and the Motivation Pen?

The communication distance is within approximately 3m.
*May vary slightly depending on smartphone model and communication environment.

Will there be any problems if I don't use the Motivation Pen for a while?

If you will not be using the battery for a long period of time, please turn off the initial switch to avoid over-discharge.
This cuts off the circuit from the battery, preventing over-discharge.

Can I use it overseas?

No, it cannot be used overseas. It has been developed in accordance with Japanese laws and regulations only.

If my Motivation Pen breaks, can it be repaired?

It depends on the situation, so please contact Kokuyo's customer service center.

What should I do when disposing of it?

When disposing of this product, please follow the disposal instructions of your local government.

Can I bring it onto an airplane?

Please turn the power off when boarding.
It is prohibited by aviation law to board an aircraft with the sensor still in operation.

Can I replace the rechargeable battery?

No you can't.

Is the Motivation Pen waterproof?

No, it is not waterproof.

If I buy a new Yawaruki Pen, can I transfer the data?

Yes, data can be transferred to the app.
[Note] Data stored in the motivation pen cannot be carried over. Please transfer the data stored in the previous motivation pen to the app and then pair the new motivation pen.

Can I use the app without an internet connection?

To use the app, you must be connected to the Internet. This will update your measurement data and back up your records.
*Please note that communication, connection fees, packet communication fees, etc. will be borne by the customer.

Is there a limit to how many apples I can get in a day?

The maximum number of apples you can get from one watering is 5, but there is no limit to the number of apples you can get in a day.

Can I change to a different Bright Garden Garden while I'm working on it?

No, once you have selected Bright Garden, you cannot change to another garden until you have cleared it.

When will the weekly motivation report be delivered?

The rankings are distributed every Monday at around midnight. The rankings are compiled from Monday 00:00 to Sunday 23:59 of the previous week.

I deleted the app and my registration information within the app. Can I recover the data?

No, your existing data cannot be restored.

How do I transfer my data if I change my smartphone?

[Note] To transfer, you will need the "Owner ID" and "Nickname" issued when you set up the app.

■ Model before change

• ① Tap "Settings" → "Data Transfer"
• ② Tap "Back up data to server"
• ③ Tap "Copy ID" (The owner ID will be copied to the clipboard)
• ④ Launch the email app and paste the "Owner ID" copied in ③ into the body of the email.
• ⑤Please include your child's "nickname" in the body of the email.
• ⑥ Send to the email address used on the new smartphone

■ Model after change

• ⑦Download the app to your new smartphone
• 8. "Settings" → "Data transfer" → "Download and transfer data"
• ⑨ Copy the "Owner ID" and "Nickname" from the email sent in ⑥
• 10. Tap "Download and transfer data."

After transferring your data, please uninstall the Bright Buddy app from your "previous" device.
* If you delete a user on the "before" model, the user will also be deleted on the "after" model.
Please note that we cannot guarantee data transfer.
We shall not be held responsible for any problems that may occur, such as data loss.

How can I delete my registered "user information"?

You can delete it by going to "Settings" → "Edit Registration Information" → "Information of the Motivation Pen Owner (Child)".
However, you must register at least one user. Please note that once you delete a user, you cannot restore the deletion.

How can I completely delete my user information?

You can delete it by going to "Settings" → "Edit Registration Information" → "Initialize Registration Information". Please note that this operation will completely delete all user data from the server and cannot be restored.

Is it possible to recover deleted data after performing "initialization of registration information"?

No, data that has been permanently deleted cannot be recovered. Please be aware that this operation will permanently delete the data on the server, so once deleted, it cannot be restored.

Can one owner ID (parent) be shared across multiple smartphones?

No. It cannot be shared. Please make sure to use it on one device only. If you use the same ID on multiple devices, your data may be deleted and become unusable.

Can I transfer multiple registered users (children) to another smartphone?

No. You cannot move just one user out of multiple users (cannot be divided). When moving users, such as when changing smartphone models, all users will be moved together.

I can't muster Bright Power.

The following possibilities are considered:

• ①Please make sure that the power of the motivation pen is on. (The motivation lamp is flashing slowly.)
• ② Make sure that "Bluetooth" is turned on on your smartphone.
• ③Please make sure that your smartphone is connected to the Internet.
• ④If the above doesn't fix the problem, try quitting the app and restarting it.

The communication between my smartphone and the motivation pen has been lost.

The following possibilities are considered:

• ① After you pour Bright Power into your smartphone (after transferring data), the motivation pen will automatically turn off.
  If you wish to continue using the pen, please turn it on again.
• ② If there is no operation for 10 minutes, the communication will be forcibly disconnected.
  Turn the power of the Yawaruki Pen back on and press the "Get Data" button on the app to resume communication.
• ③The communication distance between the smartphone and the motivation pen is about 3m. Please use it within the communication range.

The power won't turn on.

The following possibilities are considered:

• ① Turn the switch back on for the first time.
  With the pencil tip of the Yawaruki Pen facing left, first flip the switch to the left and then flip it to the right.
  Bright Power LED will flash twice.
  After that, check whether you can charge it using the included green USB cable.
  After charging is complete, check that the power is turned on.
• If recovery does not occur with ①
  ②With the charging cable connected to the charging source and the motivation pen, click the power switch several times to check if charging begins.
  If charging begins in this state, please wait until charging is complete and then check that the power can be turned on.
• If recovery does not occur with ②
  ③ Initialize the pen
  (When you initialize the device, Bright Power stored in the motivation pen will be lost.)
  Initialization Procedure
  First, turn the switch to the left. (This is the same procedure as in ①.)
  Next, while still holding the power switch up, turn the initial switch to the "right" position, then release the power switch. When you do this, Bright Power LED will flash white → light red → flash white, then turn off.
  After doing this, please check if you can charge it using the included green USB cable. After charging is complete, please check if the power is turned on.

My USB cover has come off, is there any way to put it back on?

Yes. You can reattach it by using a sharp object such as tweezers to push in the part that came off. Note that the USB cover part may come off if you pull it too hard, but this will not affect its operation.

If the above methods do not work

Please contact the KOKUYO Customer Service Center.
https://www.kokuyo.co.jp/support/contact/