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Message usTokyo College of Anime: Voice Actor
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- April 2024
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Flexible Class Schedule
You are able to request an AM or PM class schedule based on your needs.
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Wifi Available
Rest assured that this school has wifi available.
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Part-time Job Support
This school introduces part-time job opportunities so you can work while studying.
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Higher Education Counselling
This school provides specialized counseling to prepare and apply to colleges and universities after graduation.
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Career Support
Counselors are available to provide specialized support for full-time employment after graduation.
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Dormitories Available
This school introduces affordable shared living spaces.
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Apartments Available
This school introduces private apartments.
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Homestay Available
This school introduces local Japanese families where students can live while studying.
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In-School Activities
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Out-of-School Activities
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School Introduction
The Tokyo College of Anime is one of the leading vocational schools of Animation, E-Sports, and Anime Voice Acting in Japan, with hands-on specialized industry-specific training from top class instructors in modern and fully-equipped facilities.
With a goal that students are able to be successful post-graduation, the courses are collaborative, practical and stimulating, and updated to be in line with the current trends, industry-standard practises and technologies, and most importantly the current demand and needs of the industry. Moreover, Tokyo College of Anime provides job counselling and job search services to its students as well as support to debut and launch their career.
Note that this school’s courses are all offered in Japanese only.
| Total Number of Students: | 250 |
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| School Staff Support Languages: | 250 |
| Minimum Course Duration: | 3 years |
Department Introduction
The Voice Actor department provides all of the necessary tools you need to become a professional Voice Actor.
From the foundations and development of your voice acting skills, this program guides you through the entire process of voice acting, so that you can be an effective voice actor in the industry by the time you graduate.
After this program, students will have the experience and tools necessary for various career paths.
This department leads to the following careers:
- Animation Voice Actor
- Game Voice Actor
- Voice Acting Artist
- Voice Acting idol
- Animation Song Singer
- Vocalist
- Talent
- Anchor
- Narrator
- Radio Presenter
- Reporter
- Event Moderator
- Game Streamer
- Actor
- Stage Actor
- Musical Actor
- Movie Actor
- Voice Acting Manager
- Production Staff
Students can choose between 2 majors
- Voice Actor Professional (3 years)
- Voice Acting Artist (3 years)
The College of Anime other departments
Main Features
- Debut System
- The school provides abundant opportunities and supports students’ dreams. During the audition season, production companies visit the school almost every week to hold individual auditions and special lectures on audition preparation.
- Job Hunting Support System
- Employment faculty will provide attentive support to each student, from career advice to resume writing. With close ties to industry, the school will help students achieve their dreams.
- Industry Academia Government Collaboration
- Students gain experience in a professional field and learn on a lifelong basis. The number of industry-university-government collaborative projects received from various companies is industry leading.
- Industry Professional Teachers
- Professionals active on the front lines of the industry support students thoroughly. The school invites domestic and foreign experts and highly specialized technical instructors will support students.
- Get trained abroad
- Expression is a way to entertain and amaze people. Students will learn the meaning and perspective of the world through a short-term course abroad.
- Flexible Learning: Exploring Diverse Interests
- Students are allowed to take courses and classes that are not directly related to their chosen major when they enroll in the school. This allows students to fully develop in multiple ways and to tailor their learning and curriculum to their newly discovered interests.
- Hybrid Education System
- The courses are face-to-face based, but online courses are also offered. These online courses will be archived so that students can review them as often as they wish.
School Location
Located just 30 minutes away by train from the bustling hubs of Shinjuku and Shibuya, the College of Anime is situated in the heart of a vibrant community filled with countless opportunities for students to immerse themselves in the world of anime and entertainment. Surrounded by a wide array of shops and venues, students can explore and indulge in their passion for cosplay and card games. But that’s not all – the school is also conveniently located near a plethora of vocational schools, offering students a wealth of opportunities to hone their skills and perfect their craft in the art and entertainment industry.
Nearest station:
Nishi-Kasai station (Tokyo Metro tozai line) – 10 minutes walk
Available Courses
- Voice Actor Professional
- Voice Acting Artist
Voice Actor Professional
Course Description
The Voice Actor Professional Major is a 3-year program designed to train students to become skilled voice actors in the anime industry. The curriculum includes courses on voice acting techniques, character analysis, script reading, and dubbing, among others, with a focus on preparing students for a career as a voice actor.
Students will have the opportunity to practice their skills in state-of-the-art recording studios and receive guidance and feedback from experienced industry professionals.
Graduates will be well-prepared to pursue careers as voice actors in anime, video games, and other media.
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 3 years | Early September |
As soon as capacity is reached |
Course Features & Electives
1st year
- Emotional expression
- Voice expression
- Voice acting
- Work research
- dance
- Career program
- Mouth opening and vocalization
- Improve communication skills
- Studio practice
- Physical expression
- Vocal
- Fluid tongue/accent
- Anisong
- Speech
2nd year
- Vocal advanced (selection)
- Advanced Dance (Optional)
- Studio practice
- Presentation
- Stage Action / Advanced Stage Action (Optional)
- Rakugo research (selective)
- 2.5D representation
- Voice acting
- Speech/Narration
- Career program
- Voice expression
- Stage performance
- Announcement practice (optional)
- Anisong/Advanced Anisong (selection)
- YOGA
- Self-produce
- W Major/Management Fundamentals
3rd year
- Vocal advanced (selection)
- Advanced Dance (Optional)
- Studio practice
- Presentation/AD countermeasures
- Stage Action / Advanced Stage Action (Optional)
- Rakugo research (selective)
- 2.5D representation
- Outside picture post-recording
- Speech/Narration
- Career program
- Voice expression
- Stage performance
- Announcement practice (optional)
- Anison advanced (choice)
- Read aloud
- YOGA
- Self-produce
- W Major/Management Fundamentals
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 1 Year | ¥600,000 |
| Other fees | |
|---|---|
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Textbooks, equipment fee |
¥~95,000 |
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Admission fee |
¥100,000 |
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Facility fee |
¥220,000 |
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General Practice fee |
¥520,000 |
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Career Education Fee |
¥160,800 |
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Insurance fee |
¥22,000 / year |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Voice Acting Artist
Course Description
The Anime Voice Artist Major is a 3-year program designed to train students to become skilled voice actors in the anime industry. The curriculum includes courses on voice acting techniques, character analysis, script reading, and dubbing, just like the Voice Actor Professional Major.
However, the Anime Voice Artist Major focuses more on the artistic and creative aspects of voice acting, with additional courses on singing, performance, and improvisation. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in anime production projects, where they can apply their skills in a real-world setting.
Graduates of the Anime Voice Artist Major will be well-prepared to pursue careers as voice actors in anime, video games, and other media, but with a focus on developing their artistic and creative talents.
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 3 years | Early September |
As soon as capacity is reached |
Course Features & Electives
1st year
- Emotional expression
- Voice expression
- Voice acting
- Work research
- dance
- Career program
- Mouth opening and vocalization
- Improve communication skills
- Studio practice
- Physical expression
- Vocal
- Fluid tongue/accent
- Anisong
- Speech
2nd year
- Vocal advanced (selection)
- Advanced Dance (Optional)
- Studio practice
- Presentation
- Stage Action / Advanced Stage Action (Optional)
- Rakugo research (selective)
- 2.5D representation
- Voice acting
- Speech/Narration
- Career program
- Voice expression
- Stage performance
- Announcement practice (optional)
- Anisong/Advanced Anisong (selection)
- YOGA
- Self-produce
- W Major/Management Fundamentals
3rd year
- Vocal advanced (selection)
- Advanced Dance (Optional)
- Studio practice
- Presentation/AD countermeasures
- Stage Action / Advanced Stage Action (Optional)
- Rakugo research (selective)
- 2.5D representation
- Outside picture post-recording
- Speech/Narration
- Career program
- Voice expression
- Stage performance
- Announcement practice (optional)
- Anison advanced (choice)
- YOGA
- Self-produce
- W Major/Management Fundamentals
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
|---|---|
| 1 Year | ¥600,000 |
| Other fees | |
|---|---|
|
Textbooks, equipment fee |
¥~95,000 |
|
Admission fee |
¥100,000 |
|
Facility fee |
¥220,000 |
|
General Practice fee |
¥520,000 |
|
Career Education Fee |
¥160,800 |
|
Insurance fee |
¥22,000 / year |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Our Free Services
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