Private Intensive
Manga Program
Private Intensive
Manga Program
Congratulations Gin
We’re proud to celebrate Gin, a participant in DEOW Japan’s Global Tokiwaso Project, who was selected as a finalist in Sunday Webry’s Newcomer Manga Contest—one of Japan’s most respected publishers!
Manga, originating in Japan, has become a global phenomenon, captivating audiences worldwide. With its popularity rising, many non-Japanese individuals are eager to learn the craft. Japan, as the birthplace of Manga, offers unparalleled opportunities for aspiring artists.
The Japanese comic industry is strong, with specialized organizations and educational institutions nurturing talent and fostering connections within the industry. To provide for the growing interest, DEOW Japan presents a Private Intensive Manga Program, available online and in person. This unique course, conducted in English, personalize instruction to each student’s level, goals, and preferences, maximizing their learning experience. Made by DEOW, the program adopts a practical, coaching-style approach, focusing on practice and skill development to empower students to create Manga independently.
We also offer an in person group manga program that you can check here.
One-of-a-kind Manga training program
Nowhere else will you be able to find a program such as this, designed specifically to meet the needs of non-Japanese students interested in Manga. Taught in English by professional Japanese Manga artists.
Customize your learning completely with a 1-on-1 program
As this program is 1-on-1, we can completely adapt the curriculum and experience based on your goals, level and preferences as you go, while providing you individualized feedback & support throughout the program. In this Private program, the classes can be flexibly arranged to fit your schedule, and we can also arrange tours of the city and meetings with manga industry professionals.
Covers all aspects of Manga
In this program, you can learn everything from the planning of your story to the technical skills of illustration. Our teachers train according to your level and style, so no experience is required.
Develop your practical skills and knowledge efficiently
All of our teachers and instructors are active in the industry and come with a wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise. They will coach you based on what is most important and what works in practice.
Program Director: Tanaka Hirohisa, Author & International Instructor
- Coordinator and Teacher of the Manga Animation Course at Sakura International Gakuin since 2009.
- Teacher at the Tokyo Game Designer Gakuin since 2003.
- Taught Manga courses and workshops abroad.
- Adviser of Kadokawa Contents Academy in Taiwan since 2018.
- Professor of Doga Gakuin University in China.
Course Description
Key Lesson Topics
- Vocabulary and features of Japanese Manga
- Overview of Manga Production: from planning to printing
- Length and styles of Japanese Manga
- Structure & flow of plot, and the key structure of stories
- The role and design of the main character
- Drawing for Manga: Perspective and Framing
- How to plan your storyboard
- Techniques for showcasing character, emotions, plot and mood through illustrations
- The Manga Industry in Japan
- The Role of the Manga Editor
- The Role of the Manga Assistant
- Popular and recommended Manga & Anime in Japan
- How to become a professional Manga Artist
Practical Training Areas
- Generating the key ideas of your story and character
- How to use Japanese Manga pens and standard equipment
- Techniques for drawing lines, tones, shading and texture
- How to build your repertoire of drawable items
- How to draw characters: proportions, perspectives, features, styles
- Drawing people and their features from multiple perspectives: body, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, eye brows, hair
- Developing your keen eye: common mistakes when drawing people and perspectives
- Polishing up and finishing your Manga
- Determining the quantity and size of your frames, necessary frame content, and layout of your pages.
City Tour & Cultural Exchange
Tokyo, formerly known as Edo, has been a major Japanese city since the Tokugawa Shogunate era. Key attractions include Asakusa, Ueno, Shinjuku, Odaiba, Ginza, and Shibuya. Prominent business districts like Shibuya, Shinjuku, and Ikebukuro are central hubs for fashion, entertainment, and recreation, featuring major department stores, shopping malls, restaurants, and entertainment centers. The tour will visit traditional Asakusa, iconic Shibuya Crossing, fashionable Harajuku, and the otaku hub Akihabara, with flexibility to customize based on group interests.
Asakusa offers a glimpse into old Tokyo, centered around the historic Sensoji Temple and the Nakamise shopping district. Highlights include Hanayashiki, Japan’s oldest amusement park, and Sumida Park, known for its views of Tokyo Skytree, firework displays, and cherry blossom events. The iconic Asakusa Kannon Temple, the oldest and most popular temple in Tokyo, is accessed through the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) and surrounded by traditional food and craft stalls. Asakusa has a festive atmosphere daily, with opportunities to enjoy traditional food, rickshaw rides, and dress in traditional attire for photoshoots.
Akihabara For any fan of anime, manga, cosplay, idol culture, gaming and electronics, Akihabara is the hub of them all, located in the northeast corner of Tokyo’s most densely populated core outlined roughly by the popular circuit route train line known as the JR Yamanote Line operated by Japan Rail. The district contains everything from small one-off shops to large and popular electronic and department stores such as Yodabashi Camera and Bic Camera, the Tokyo Animation Center as well as a radio hall with its 10 floors of toys, trading cards, and collectibles. The area is the living hub of Japanese subculture, powered every moment by the passion of the geeks within.
While you’re with us, the adventure goes way beyond the classroom! Join our social gatherings with fellow manga fans, Casa Tokiwa residents, and local Japanese friends. It’s the perfect chance to make international connections, practice your Japanese in a natural way, and have tons of fun. Together we prepare food, try local delicacies, exchange languages, and you might even pick up a new recipe to recreate back home!
Sample Program Schedule
In principle, classes can be arranged on any day of the week between 10am to 8pm. Classes are typically 2-3 hours each.
The standard duration of a program is typically 2 weeks (30 in-class hours).
However, the number of classes and length of the program that we recommend is based on
your goals:
-1 week or less is good for a light experience of Manga
-2 weeks is a standard length that can be adapted to both hobbyists and serious learners
-3 weeks or more is ideal for those who aspire to be professional and wish to develop their skills more deeply
We can arrange accommodations for you based on your preferences. Some types include a private room in a shared space, a private apartment, etc. Please ask us for further details.
| Week 1 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Aug 2 | Monday Aug 3 | Tueday Aug 4 | Wednesday Aug 5 | Thursday Aug 6 | Friday Aug 7 | Saturday Aug 8 | |
| AM | Check in to Accommodations | Introduction to Manga Course | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Free Time |
| PM | 3pm - 6pm or self check-in | Self - Study in manga studio | City Tour Shibuya | Self - Study in manga studio | City Tour Asakusa | Self - Study in manga studio | |
| Week 2 | |||||||
| Sunday Aug 9 | Monday Aug 10 | Tuesday Aug 11 | Wednesday Aug 12 | Thursday Aug 13 | Thursday Aug 14 | Saturday Aug 15 | |
| AM | Free Time | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Manga Lesson & Coaching | Finalize Work | Check out From Accommodations By 10AM |
| PM | Self-Study in Manga Studio | City Tour Akihabara | Self-Study in Manga Studio | Meeting with The Editor | Presentation & Advice | ||
Tuition
¥440,938 (Tax Included)
Tuition
¥440,938
(Tax Included)
Online Private
Intensive Manga Program
Course Description
Key Lesson Topics
- Vocabulary and features of Japanese Manga
- Overview of Manga Production: from planning to printing
- Length and styles of Japanese Manga
- Structure & flow of plot, and the key structure of stories
- The role and design of the main character
- How to draw characters: proportions, perspectives, features, styles
- Drawing for Manga: Perspective and Framing
- How to plan your storyboard
- Techniques for showcasing character, emotions, plot and mood through illustrations
- The Manga Industry in Japan
- The Role of the Manga Editor
- The Role of the Manga Assistant
- Popular and recommended Manga & Anime in Japan
- How to become a professional Manga Artist
Practical Training Areas
- Generating the key ideas of your story and character
- How to use Japanese Manga pens and standard equipment
- Techniques for drawing lines, tones, shading and texture
- How to build your repertoire of drawable items
- Drawing people and their features from multiple perspectives: body, eyes, ears, nose, mouth, eye brows, hair
- Developing your keen eye: common mistakes when drawing people and perspectives
- Polishing up and finishing your Manga
- Determining the quantity and size of your frames, necessary frame content, and layout of your pages.
Sample Program Schedule
Regular classes are held from Monday to Friday, either In the morning or in the afternoon.
Standard duration is 2 weeks (30 class hours)
Private programs can also be arranged for 1 week. Please ask us for further details.
Private programs can also be arranged more than 2 weeks. Please ask us for further details.
Course Features & Electives
Begin making your own manga
This program trains you on the essentials of Manga from developing your main character, planning your story, and honing your practical skills of illustration so that you can begin creating your very own Manga.
On-going Support when you need it
True learning happens by doing, and there is only so much you can do in a short-term program. For this reason, our passionate manga artists offer you continued support & feedback on your work online after the program. Being able to get on-going feedback and helping you when you get stuck is a special support system we have for our students like no where else.
Private Class
Learn 1-on-1. This is the ideal workshop-style learning environment where you are free to ask questions and receive support every time you need it.