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- Japanese
- English
Try the unique experience of learning to draw manga with a professional manga artist. A chance to learn how your favorite mangas are drawn!
Developed in their modern form during the 19th century, manga has a long history in Japanese art culture. Manga is said to originate from emakimono dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries. During the Edo period, another book of drawings, Toba Ehon, embedded the concept of manga. And in this way, many artists have influenced the development of comics over centuries.
In this lesson, you'll enjoy learning the classic techniques for drawing all the details of a character (eyes, expression, body, movements) or a place! And you'll be using the classic tools used by Japanese manga artists! At first sight difficult, by learning these techniques, you'll see that it's less difficult than you might think!
The small-group manga drawing lesson in an old house will be an irreplaceable sightseeing experience in Japan.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
4-37-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 5 minutes walk from Hongo-sanchome Station on the Marunouchi Line and Oedo Line ・On Google Maps, there are multiple buildings at the same address. Please make sure to enter through the red gate of Yakushidō. You cannot access the location from Kikuzaka Ave.
What to expect
2. Once at the House, the Sensei will briefly explain the schedule of the lesson, the materials, what you will draw and the objectives.
4. Now it’s time to choose your tools! All professional manga tools (G-pen, ink, manga manuscript paper, screen tones, etc.) are provided, so you don't need to bring anything!
5. You are now ready! Roll up your sleeves and start the drawing lesson!
6. The teacher will guide you through all the steps and teach you some of the techniques used by most Japanese manga artists.
8. Both beginners and experienced artists are welcome.
9. The 120-minute experience is available with English interpretation, so no worries about the language barrier.
10. Your finished work will be a wonderful souvenir of your trip to Japan.
11. The workshop is close to Akihabara, Ikebukuro and Asakusa. Once the lesson is over, you can plan to do some sightseeing in the afternoon.
12. IMPORTANT: If you would like to take part, please book at least two weeks in advance. Once the two-week deadline has passed, the lesson is usually fully booked and we cannot guarantee you a place.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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