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Tokyo Manga drawing workshop by pro-Manga artists

4.9 · 96 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Tokyo Operated by Manga lesson by Professional Manga artists Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Japanese, English
Start & pickup
10:00, 13:00, 15:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Develop manga drawing skills with professional artists, choosing a beginner, intermediate or advanced course.

Drawing equipment, a clear folder and three postcards are included; snacks and bottled water are excluded. 4.93 from 96 reviews at €120 per person for 2h.

In our comparison: #19 of 24 in Samurai, Culture & Craft Workshops, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Japanese.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Beginner Course 10:00~The page priceBeginner Course: A program designed for children (junior high school and younger) and families. Perfect for beginners or younger participants Duration: 2 hours€120
Intermediate Course 13:00~Intermediate Course: Recommended for high school students and adults who have experience drawing illustrations or manga as a hobby. Duration: 2 hours€120
Advanced Course 15:15~Advanced / Professional Course: Choose this session if you want to learn specialized manga production techniques or hear directly from a pro manga artist. Duration: 2 hours€120

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 7 November 2026.

Included and not included

  • We will give you a MANGA DOJO TOKYO original clear file and a set of three postcards as a souvenir.
  • English Guide
  • All equipments for Manga drawing (Screen tones, Inc, Pens, Comic paper)
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks

Reviews

4.9
96 ratings
Tripadvisor 88 · Viator 8

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 93 of 96

Star breakdown of all 96 ratings

5 stars
92 · 96%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
3 · 3%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise welcoming instruction that works across skill levels, but finding the venue can be difficult.

Praised

  • Guidance suits beginners and more experienced artists
  • Patient, welcoming instructors explain drawing techniques
  • Exercises lead from character basics to creating short manga stories
  • English interpretation helps participants follow the teaching
  • Families enjoy learning and drawing together

Complaints

  • The venue and building entrance can be hard to find

Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor & Viator (8 May 2025 to 4 November 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 8 November 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
It's a 6-minute walk from Ikebukuro East Exit. Right next to the Animate flagship store! Please take the elevator to the 6th floor and proceed to room 602.
Departure
10:00, 13:00, 15:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Manga lesson by Professional Manga artists; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

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