Tokyo: Manga, Anime Drawing Workshop with a Pro Manga Artist
Experience Japanese manga culture in a 2-hour hands-on class in Nakano, Tokyo. Learn character drawing, inking, and screentones from pro manga artists — and take home your own manga artwork!
What makes this tour unique
Learn from professional Japanese manga artists in Tokyo’s manga district, Nakano
Try authentic manga tools: G-pen, ink, screentone, manga paper
Create your own original character illustration
Understand the difference between Japanese & Western styles
Take home your finished manga artwork
What's included
Professional manga instructor
English-speaking assistant
All manga drawing tools (pens, ink, screentones, paper)
Artwork souvenir to take home
Not Included
Meals
Transportation to/from the venue
Description
Step into the world of Japanese manga at Manga School Nakano, led by professional manga artists with decades of experience in Japan’s comic industry.
In this 2-hour, small-group class, you’ll learn the fundamental techniques of manga illustration, from sketching and inking to applying screentones and highlights.
Your instructor will guide you step by step — explaining the differences between Japanese and Western character design, how facial proportions express personality, and how to create your own manga hero.
Whether you’re a total beginner or already love drawing, you’ll enjoy the creative process of transforming your ideas into manga form.
All tools are provided, including G-pens, ink, screentones, and manga paper.
At the end, you’ll take home your finished artwork — a one-of-a-kind souvenir drawn by you!
Important Information
Know before you go
No food allowed; drinks permitted
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting ink on
Workshop conducted in a classroom environment
Booking must be made at least 2 days in advance
