Tokyo / Vocational school
Tokyo School of Music and Dance
Turn your hobby into your job in the music, dance, acting, and voice acting industries! Our graduates are highly evaluated by the music and entertainment industries.
- Address
- 3-14-8 Nishikasai, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 134-0088
- TEL(JAPAN)
- 0120-532-304
- tsminfo@tsm.ac.jp
Event list
Open Campus (Visiting school and online)Click here for details
School Features
Cooperating with the entertainment industry, Tokyo School of Music and Dance has been developing students into industry-ready professionals since 1987.
Our school has sent many students, including international students, into the industry for over 30 years and the graduates are active all over the world.
With field training at over 1,300 companies and curriculum tailored to your "dream", your homeroom teachers and dedicated career advisor are here to help make your "dream" come true!
《Other Support System》
★Work with professional equipment and settings. Schools are open 24 hrs. (on special days) to provide you with the best support.
★Private dormitories are available! Even for those living on their own for the first time, we promise to deliver a lifestyle that is convenient, safe, and relaxing in our dormitories to make sure students can study in a peaceful and efficient environment.
★You are eligible for free medical examinations at our affiliated hospital, Keiseikai Clinic.
We offer many programs to gain experience as a professional musician, such as composing a song for active artists.
Auditions and Joint enterprise briefings will be conducted to support your debut and employment activities.
Faculties, Departments, and Courses
Super e-Entertainment Department (4-years)
Professional Musician World
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Vocal Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Professional Musician Advanced Diploma Course (Guitar, Bass, Drum, Keyboard)
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Super Multi Artist Advanced Diploma Course (Vocal, Guitar, Bass, Drum, Keyboard)
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Internet Artist & Creator Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
NY Musician Study Abroad Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Music Production World
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AI Sound Designer Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
AI Songwriting & Composition Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
NY Composition・DJ・Sound Engineer Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Music Planning World
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Concert Producer Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Artist Management Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
K-POP Management Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
AI・Video Production & Streaming Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Dance World
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Dance Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
K-POP Dance Study Abroad Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
NY Dance Study Abroad Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Actor・Voice Actor World
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Actor Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
VTuber Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Music Technology Department (3-years)
Professional Musician World
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Vocal Artist Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Internet Singer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Artist & Producer Course (Vocal)
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Musician & Producer Course (Guitar, Bass, Drum, Keyboard))
Coed Daytime 3 years
Music Production World
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Composer & Arranger Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Rap & Beatmaker Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Recording Engineer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Music Planning World
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Manager Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Concert Planning and Creator Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Musical Production World
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PA Engineer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Lighting Staff Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Stage Director Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Dance World
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Dance Professional Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
K-POP Dance Professional Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Theme Park Dancer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Dance & Vocal Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Actor・Voice Actor World
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Voice Actor & Artist Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Actor / Talent Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Professional Musician Department (2-years)
Professional Musician World
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Berklee College of Music Study Abroad Course (Vocal, Guitar, Bass, Drum, Keyboard)
Coed Daytime 2 years
Curriculum Features
①Company Project: We have a collaboration track record with over 1300 music and entertainment companies, so you can learn from professionals in the field over 200 times and gain job experience at real workplaces, such as concert producing, composition, chorus, backup dancer, acting in animation, drama, film, and theatre. Our students will acquire the practical skills required for the industry.
②Double Major Curriculum: In accordance with your goals, you can extend your study from other courses to develop your character and broaden your horizons. You can put your focus on both debut and employment.
③Debut and Employment System: The strong connection with the industries will help you to make your dreams come true. 350 companies (actual results in 2025) attended our New Talent Presentation, and 224 companies (actual results in 2025) attended our Job Fairs, where the recruitment staff come to us and hold our own auditions and interview sessions. In addition, there are more chances to have auditions and internships. Our dedicated staff will provide you with the best support for your debut and employment even after graduation.
Tuition and Fees
- First Year Tuition Fees
- JPY 1,655,800～1,735,800
Scholarships and Honor Students System
JASSO
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Benefit
- Amount
- 1 Year: JPY 48,000/month
- Repayment Method
- No repayment is required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- Students whose academic performance, attitude, and attendance are recognized as being particularly good may apply through school recommendations.
Kyoritsu International Foundation Scholarship for self-sponsored International Students
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Benefit
- Amount
- 1 Year: JPY 110,000/month
- Repayment Method
- No repayment is required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- Students of Asian nationality who are recognized as being in particularly good academic performance, attitude, and attendance may apply upon school recommendation.
Designated School Recommendation
- Stipend/Loan, Interest-free/Loan, Interest-bearing/Exemption
- Exempt
- Amount
- JPY 30,000 as examination fee will be exempted
- Repayment Method
- No repayment is required
- Application Requirements, Selection Process, etc.
- This is a system for students whose first preference is this school, and who are expected to graduate from a Japanese language school designated by this school.
①An attendance rate of 90% or higher.
②Have clear goals and the passion to work hard in your chosen field.
③Possessing sufficient Japanese language proficiency to study at this school without difficulty.
Entrance Examination
AO Application
- Application Period
- AO Entry: 1st of June (Mon) 2026 ～
AO Application period: 1st of September (Tue) 2026 ～
※The entrance examination will be administered from September. Closes once maximum capacity is reached. - Selection Process, etc.
- Japanese Language written test, Documents screening, Interview
General Application, Designated school recommendation, School recommendation
- Application Period
- 1st of October (Thu) 2026～
※Admissions will be conducted from October to March. Close once maximum capacity is reached. - Selection Process, etc.
- Japanese Language written test, Interview, Document screening
Access
Main Campus
- Address
- 3-14-8 Nishikasai, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 134-0088 MAP
- Access
- 3 min. walk from the North Exit of Nishi-Kasai Station on Tokyo Metro Tozai Line.
For International Students
① Our JIKEI COM International Center is an office dedicated to assisting each foreign student in various languages such as English, Mandarin and Korean. We can assist you with a range of issues, such as the curriculum, finding employment, tuition consultation, visa, and accommodation.
② Japanese language classes are available every Monday. (Preparation for JLPT N1 Test)
③ Our campuses are located in Nishi-Kasai and Shibuya. Both places are close to the train stations. This efficient and easily accessible environment makes us the perfect place for studying.
④ Every weekend and holiday, our campus is open for visitors, offering school briefings and trial classes. Please feel free to join us! Individual counseling on weekdays is also available.