Courses & tuition
Tell us what you want to draw and where you want to go. We will help you find a suitable way to learn.
Five courses, chosen by age and goal
Every course is taught one to one. Start from the group closest to your age and to what you want to draw.
Children (age 5 to junior high)
Build the joy of drawing and the fundamentals, starting from favourite characters and original ideas.
Teens and art applicants
Work on drawing, portfolio pieces, and entrance-exam tasks based on the school you are aiming for and the work you have now.
Adults
For learning at your own pace, from drawing for pleasure to developing a finished piece.
Beyond the monthly courses
A pathway toward high-school graduation, and a one-off manga experience for visitors from overseas.
Work toward high-school graduation while studying the art you love.
Complete the academic requirements of a correspondence high school while receiving day-to-day study support and individual manga and illustration guidance at Horie Art Academy.Learn moreMANGA EXPERIENCE
Manga drawing experience
A guided Japanese manga and character-drawing experience in Osaka for international visitors, families, schools, and tour groups.Learn more
Enrollment fee and monthly tuition
Choose how many lessons you take each month. Standard lessons are 120 minutes, 90 minutes for the kindergarten years, and 180 minutes for the art entrance examination course.
Enrollment fee¥22,000
| Course | 2 lessons / month | 4 lessons / month | 8 lessons / month | 12 lessons / month | 16 lessons / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Children’s manga & illustration | ¥11,880 | ¥15,180 | ¥28,820 | ¥40,930 | — |
| Children’s art | ¥11,880 | ¥15,180 | ¥28,820 | ¥40,930 | — |
| Adult manga & illustration | ¥12,760 | ¥18,150 | ¥34,430 | ¥48,950 | — |
| Art entrance examination preparation | — | ¥27,220 | ¥51,700 | ¥72,680 | ¥95,710 |
| Basic drawing | ¥12,760 | ¥18,150 | ¥34,430 | ¥48,950 | — |
Lessons are booked from the times currently offered. Please check current availability when you book a trial.
See the class scheduleSupport once you join
Up to ¥10,000 per month
Eligible families can use Osaka City’s after-school activity and tuition subsidy coupon toward qualifying course tuition.
This program is for guardians raising an Osaka City resident from elementary grade 5 through junior-high grade 3. Registration and an eligibility review are required, and Osaka City determines approval.
Check eligibility and how to apply on the official siteStudent purchase benefits
After joining, you can buy the art supplies and digital equipment you need at preferential prices.
- 10–20% off regular prices at two major partner art-supply stores in Osaka
- Wacom pen tablets and pen displays at student preferential prices
Discount rates vary by product. Partner stores, eligible products, and Wacom pricing can change, so please check with the school before buying.
If you are not sure which course fits
Tell us what you want to draw, where you are now, and how often you can attend. We will suggest a course and a schedule during your trial lesson.
Use the inquiry form