Draw Your Own Manga Page with a Professional Artist Near Ghibli Museum

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Step into the creative world of manga in one of Tokyo’s most artistic neighborhoods—Kichijoji. This immersive, hands-on workshop is taught by a professional Japanese manga artist and gives you the unique opportunity to create your very own 1-page manga from scratch. Located just minutes from the Ghibli Museum, this experience is ideal for anyone fascinated by Japanese comics, art, or storytelling.

Highlights

Receive one-on-one guidance from a professional manga artist
Learn how to sketch, ink, tone, and complete a full manga page
Understand key manga drawing techniques used in professional production
Use authentic tools including dip pens, manga screen tones, and ink
Suitable for all skill levels, including complete beginners—no prior experience required
All drawing materials are provided on-site, so you can just show up and enjoy
Workshop located in Kichijoji, one of Tokyo’s most charming, creative neighborhoods
Take home your completed manga page as a unique souvenir from Japan

What You’ll Experience

This 3-hour manga drawing workshop is carefully structured to offer an engaging and educational experience for manga enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

The class begins with a basic introduction to manga storytelling and panel layout. You’ll then move on to practice using dip pens, mastering line control and brushwork as used by professional artists. Your instructor will help you refine your character designs, facial expressions, and action lines.

Once your rough sketch is in place, you’ll ink your drawings, apply black fills, and finish with screen tones—those signature shaded textures seen in nearly every Japanese manga. These skills will give your manga page an authentic, polished appearance.

While the workshop is conducted in Japanese, it includes English-language visual instructions on slides, allowing international participants to follow each step easily.

This workshop is especially suited for:

Manga and anime fans looking for an authentic creative experience
Aspiring artists interested in learning Japanese illustration techniques
Travelers seeking a culturally rich, hands-on activity
Families with older children or teens who love drawing or Japanese culture

Workshop Structure

Introduction to manga composition and layout (panel planning)
Sketching your original manga concept on A4-size paper
Practicing linework and tool usage with dip pens
Inking and black shading techniques
Learning and applying effect lines
Applying screen tones for realistic manga shading
Finishing touches and feedback from your instructor

At the end of the session, you will leave with a completed manga page you created yourself—professionally guided, and full of character.

Pricing

From ¥13,000 per person
Advance booking required. Limited group size ensures personalized instruction.

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Includes

3-hour hands-on manga drawing class
Instruction from a professional manga artist
All drawing materials and tools (dip pens, manga paper, ink, screen tones)
Step-by-step printed and visual guidance (in Japanese with English slides)
Your completed manga page to take home as a souvenir

Location and Meeting Point

Address:
601 H-Square Kichijoji, 2-4-6 Kichijoji Honcho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-0004, Japan
Located next to Kichijoji Excel Hotel Tokyu and the New Balance store

Station:
8-minute walk from Kichijoji Station North Exit

Meeting Instructions:
Upon arrival at the building, press 601 on the intercom and hit the call button. Your instructor will be waiting inside.

Reviews

“I attended this workshop solo and had a fantastic experience. Despite being an introvert, I felt very welcomed. The artists were professional and supportive throughout. The chance to work with real manga tools and techniques was unforgettable.”

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