Illustration, manga, and art classes in Horie, Osaka

Turn what you love into the power to draw.

An illustration and manga school in Horie, Osaka. From elementary students to adults, guidance begins with what each person wants to create.

PROGRESS GUIDE

A concrete sense of time to your goal.

Wondering how long it may take to draw what you have in mind? These are the learning-time estimates published by the school.

Actual timing varies with each learner’s starting point, goals, and lesson frequency. These figures do not guarantee a level or completion date. At a trial lesson, we can look at your current work and discuss a suitable way to learn.

  1. Draw a dynamic character pose

    Starting as a beginner
    10months
    With prior drawing training
    6months
  2. Draw a one-page manga

    Starting as a beginner
    12months
    With prior drawing training
    8months
  3. Work toward a professional level

    Starting as a beginner
    40months
    With prior drawing training
    24months
OUR APPROACH

Personal guidance that helps what you want to draw take shape.

Rather than giving everyone the same assignment sequence, we work from favorite characters, original work, fundamentals, or art-exam goals.

01Individual guidance for each goal02500+ students from age 5 through their 70s, traveling from across the region03Flexible reservation-based attendance
An instructor giving focused feedback on a student’s artwork in the classroom
HIGH SCHOOL PATHWAYWork 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.Explore the diploma pathway

Five reasons students choose Horie

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  1. 01Individual guidance for each goal
  2. 02500+ students from age 5 through their 70s, traveling from across the region
  3. 03Flexible reservation-based attendance
  4. 04Skilled, active instructors
  5. 05Monthly tuition with a choice of frequency
LEARNING SPACE

A place to focus on creating.

See the classroom and lessons through real photography and two school videos. A trial is the best way to experience the atmosphere in person.

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Instructors and students working on their art together in the bright classroom
INSTRUCTORS

Instructors you can safely show your work to

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Shirin Ito, principal of Horie Art School
PRINCIPAL

伊藤しーりん

Born in Shanghai, Shirin moved to Japan at age 10 and first submitted manga to Shueisha at 14. After recognition in publisher newcomer awards, she worked across manga, illustration, and design. She also teaches at Digital Hollywood Osaka and can consult in Chinese.

RESULTS

Awards & debuts

Student work has led to publisher manga and illustration awards, public poster recognition, exhibitions, and international exchange.

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Verified results

A selection of the school’s published awards, exhibitions, and exchange activities.

BEFORE YOUR TRIAL

Questions before you try? Let’s take them one by one.

These are common concerns before a trial, and how Horie Art School responds through its teaching and reservation-based format.

  1. I want to draw characters I admire, but I do not know where to start.

    Start by looking closely at a reference. An instructor explains shape and proportion kindly, one step at a time.

  2. I cannot teach my child how to draw.

    Parents do not need to teach at home. Individual guidance begins with what the student wants to make.

  3. I want to become an illustrator.

    Guidance connects fundamentals and portfolio-making with both digital and traditional media, based on the learner’s current level.

  4. My schedule is already full.

    The reservation-based format lets students choose attendance dates around school, work, and other activities.

  5. I am a complete beginner.

    Beginners are welcome. Lessons make drawing enjoyable while building skills at a comfortable pace.

  6. Self-study has stopped helping me improve.

    Bring the work you are stuck on. An instructor identifies the next practical step and explains it one to one.

  7. I need a place outside school where my child can regain confidence.

    The bright, welcoming classroom and individual pace give students room to focus, enjoy creating, and build confidence without group pressure.

TRIAL LESSON

Your path to a trial lesson

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  1. 01Send an inquiry
  2. 02Staff reviews it
  3. 03Receive candidate dates
  4. 04Attend at the agreed time
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Q.Are beginners welcome?

Yes. Guidance begins with your interests, goals, and current stage.

Q.What can I draw?

Characters, manga, fundamentals, coloring, and composition can all be approached around your goals.

Q.What ages do you teach?

A broad range, from elementary-school students through adults.

ACCESS

Visit us in Minamihorie, Osaka

Eight Building Minamihorie 7F & 10F, 2-5-1 Minamihorie, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0015

  • About 5 min from Sakuragawa Exit 5
  • About 8 min from Yotsubashi Exit 6
  • About 8 min from Nishiohashi Exit 3
  • About 10 min from Namba stations

First-time visitors should follow the 7F or 10F floor information provided with their booking.

Start by telling us what you want to draw.

The best way to judge the classroom atmosphere and instructor fit is to experience them in person.