Anime Manga Pioneer School AMPS ‣ Japan Study Abroad Network

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School Introduction

The amps International ANIME School is authorized by METI to offer college student visas under the Cool Japan Policy. AMPS (Anime Manga Pioneer School) aims to popularize Japanese anime and manga globally and develop future leaders in the industry. The school seek passionate individuals who are interested in these art forms, with classes primarily conducted in Japanese.

Note that this school’s courses are all offered in Japanese only.

Total Number of Students:	Animation: 40 for April - 27 for October Manga: 32 for April 15 for October
School Staff Support Languages:	Japanese
Enrolment Terms:	April / October
Minimum Course Duration:	2 years

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Main Features

Personalized Instruction: AMPS emphasizes close student-faculty relationships through small class sizes, ensuring students have easy access to guidance and support from their instructors.

Employment Assistance: The Animation Department collaborates with over 200 nearby studios and production companies, offering employment guidance. In the Manga Department, instructors facilitate connections with publishers, aiding students in making their debut as manga artists.

Integrated Production Studio: AMPS features an on-site production studio where both graduates and instructors are registered, providing practical training and ongoing support throughout and after graduation.

Affordable Tuition: Compared to traditional vocational schools, AMPS offers specialized courses at competitive tuition rates, making education in the field more accessible.

School Location

Nakano is a dynamic neighborhood with plenty of dining options and a bustling shopping scene, including Nakano Broadway, known for its anime and manga merchandise. It also offers quick access to Shinjuku, just a 5-minute train ride away.

Nearest station:

12 minutes from Nakano station

Available Courses

Animation major
Stop Motion Major
Manga Course

Animation major

Course Description

In the Animation Major, students receive comprehensive training in Japanese animation production, covering character design, animation techniques, and more.

They can pursue careers as animators, character designers, and directors while honing their artistic skills. The curriculum, crafted by veteran animator Kimiharu Obata, boasts a track record of producing over 3,000 animators, and the on-site animation studio offers an invaluable glimpse into the professional world of animation.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration	Application Start Date	Application Deadline
April	2 years	April of prev. year April of prev. year	Late March Mid December
October	2 years	Early January Early January	Late September Mid June

Intake

Duration

Application Start Date

Application Deadline

April

2 years

April of prev. year

Late March

Mid December

October

2 years

Early January

Late September

Mid June

Animation Major (5 days a week/2 years)

Monday to Friday 09:00-13:10

Course Features & Electives

Personalized Instruction

AMPS emphasizes close student-faculty relationships through small class sizes, ensuring students have easy access to guidance and support from their instructors.
Employment Assistance

The Animation Department collaborates with over 200 nearby studios and production companies, offering employment guidance. In the Manga Department, instructors facilitate connections with publishers, aiding students in making their debut as manga artists.
Integrated Production Studio

AMPS features an on-site production studio where both graduates and instructors are registered, providing practical training and ongoing support throughout and after graduation.
Affordable Tuition

Compared to traditional vocational schools, AMPS offers specialized courses at competitive tuition rates, making education in the field more accessible.
Post-graduation support

A dedicated animation studio, which also welcomes AMPS graduates, is conveniently located within the school premises, offering training opportunities and valuable post-graduation support.

Tuition Fees

	Tuition fees
First year	¥700,000
Second year	¥700,000

	Other fees
Entrance	¥200,000 (1st year)
Equipment and other costs	¥300,000 (1st year & 2nd year)

Stop Motion Major

Course Description

In the Stop Motion Major, students master the art of stop-motion animation, incorporating traditional techniques and 3D printing innovations. They craft movable figures and backgrounds, gaining insights into Japanese culture through an animation lens, preparing for diverse roles in the animation industry as modeling artists, prototype designers, finishers, art directors, and 3D animators.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration	Application Start Date	Application Deadline
April	2 years	April of prev. year April of prev. year	Late March Mid December
October	2 years	Early January Early January	Late September Mid June

Intake

Duration

Application Start Date

Application Deadline

April

2 years

April of prev. year

Late March

Mid December

October

2 years

Early January

Late September

Mid June

Stop Motion Major (5 days a week/2 years)

Monday to Friday 09:00-13:10

Course Features & Electives

Personalized Instruction

AMPS emphasizes close student-faculty relationships through small class sizes, ensuring students have easy access to guidance and support from their instructors.
Employment Assistance

The Animation Department collaborates with over 200 nearby studios and production companies, offering employment guidance. In the Manga Department, instructors facilitate connections with publishers, aiding students in making their debut as manga artists.
Integrated Production Studio

AMPS features an on-site production studio where both graduates and instructors are registered, providing practical training and ongoing support throughout and after graduation.
Affordable Tuition

Compared to traditional vocational schools, AMPS offers specialized courses at competitive tuition rates, making education in the field more accessible.
Versatile curriculum

Students have the opportunity to acquire a broad spectrum of techniques, from traditional to cutting-edge, and can pursue diverse career paths across various industries.

Tuition Fees

	Tuition fees
First year	¥700,000
Second year	¥700,000

	Other fees
Entrance	¥200,000 (1st year)
Equipment and other costs	¥300,000 (1st year & 2nd year)

Manga Course

Course Description

In the Manga Course, students explore manga theory through engaging discussions, group activities, and practical exercises, enriching their skills in both analog and digital illustration.

The curriculum covers character design and background techniques, preparing students for roles as manga artists, illustrators, scenario writers, and manga editors.

Enrolment Periods & Duration

Intake	Duration	Application Start Date	Application Deadline
April	2 years	April of prev. year April of prev. year	Late March Mid December
October	2 years	Early January Early January	Late September Mid June

Intake

Duration

Application Start Date

Application Deadline

April

2 years

April of prev. year

Late March

Mid December

October

2 years

Early January

Late September

Mid June

Manga Major (5 days a week/2 years)

Monday to Friday 09:00-13:10

Course Features & Electives

Personalized Instruction

AMPS emphasizes close student-faculty relationships through small class sizes, ensuring students have easy access to guidance and support from their instructors.
Employment Assistance

The Animation Department collaborates with over 200 nearby studios and production companies, offering employment guidance. In the Manga Department, instructors facilitate connections with publishers, aiding students in making their debut as manga artists.
Integrated Production Studio

AMPS features an on-site production studio where both graduates and instructors are registered, providing practical training and ongoing support throughout and after graduation.
Affordable Tuition

Compared to traditional vocational schools, AMPS offers specialized courses at competitive tuition rates, making education in the field more accessible.
Illustration course

Develop versatile illustration skills, emphasizing manga production and extending to light novel illustrations and character design.
Hands-On Experience

Get involved in real-world manga advertising projects through our in-house production company while pursuing your studies.

Tuition Fees

	Tuition fees
First year	¥700,000
Second year	¥700,000

	Other fees
Entrance	¥200,000 (1st year)
Equipment and other costs	¥300,000 (1st year & 2nd year)

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