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
School introduction video
School Features
Cooperating with the entertainment industry, the Tokyo School of Music & Dance develops students into work-ready human resources since 1987.
Our school sends many students including international students into the industry for over 30 years and the graduates are active all over the world.
Such as field training with more than 1,300 companies and curriculum creation in accordance with your "dream", your homeroom teachers and dedicated career counselors support you to 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 examination at our affiliated hospital, Keiseikai Clinic.
Such as composing a song for artists, there are many programs to gain experience as a professional musician.
Audition and Joint enterprise briefing will be conducted to support your debut and employment activities.
Faculties, Departments, and Courses
Super e-Entertainment Department
Musician・Composer World
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Vocal Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Professional Musician Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Internet Artist & Creator Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
NY Collective Music Study Abroad Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Composer & Arranger Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Video Distribution Creators World
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VTuber Entertainment Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Video Streaming & Technology Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Dancer・Actor・Voice Actor World
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Dance Master Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
K-POP Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
NY Dance Study Abroad Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Actor Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Musical Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Music Management・Concert World
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Concert Producer Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years -
Artist Management Advanced Diploma Course
Coed Daytime 4 years
Music Technology Department
Musician・Composer World
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Internet Singer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Singer-Song Writer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Artist&Producer Course (Vocal / Guitar / Bass / Drum / Keyboard)
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Composer ＆ Arranger Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
DJ & Track Maker Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Recording Engineer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Dancer・Actor・Voice Actor World
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Dance Professional Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Dance & Vocal Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Theme Park Dancer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Actor/Talent Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Voice Actor & Artist Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Music Management・Concert World
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Audio & Sound Designer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Lighting & Stage Designer Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
Manager Course
Coed Daytime 3 years -
K-POP Artist Manager Course
Coed Daytime 3 years
Professional Musician Department
Musician・Composer World
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Vocalist Course
Coed Daytime 2 years -
Musician Course (Guitar / Bass / Drums / Keyboard)
Coed Daytime 2 years -
Berklee College of Music Course (Vocal / Guitar / Bass / Drum / Keyboard)
Coed Daytime 2 years
Dance & Actors Department
Dancer・Actor・Voice Actor World
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Dance Performance Course
Coed Daytime 2 years -
K-POP Dance Performance Course
Coed Daytime 2 years
Music Technology Department
Music Management・Concert World
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PA Engineer Course
Coed Daytime 2 years -
Lighting Staff Course
Coed Daytime 2 years -
Stage Production Course
Coed Daytime 2 years -
Concert Planning & Creator Course
Coed Daytime 2 years
Curriculum Features
① Company 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 experiences 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.
② Double 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.
③ Debut and Employment System: The strong connection with the industries will help you to make your dreams come true. 259 companies (actual results in 2022) attended our New Talent Presentation, and 210 companies (actual results in 2022) attended our Job Fairs, the recruitment staff came to us and held 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 1,560,800円～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
- 2 Years: JPY 100,000/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.
①More than 90% attendance rate.
②Having clear goals and targets and can work hard with passion in the area they want to move forward.
③Having Japanese language ability does not interfere with studying at this school.
Entrance Examination
AO Application
- Application Period
- AO Entry: 1st of June (Sat) 2024 ～
AO Application period: 1st of September (Sun) 2024 ～
※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 (Tue) 2024～
※Admissions will be conducted from October to March. Close once maximum capacity is reached. - Selection Process, etc.
- Japanese Language written test, Interview, Documents 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 Korean, Mandarin, English. We will be able to help you through a range of issues, such as curriculum, finding employment, tuition consultation, visa, and accommodation.
② Japanese language classes are available every Monday. (Preparation for JLPT N1 Test)
③ Our campus is located in Nishi-Kasai and Shibuya respectively. 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 visitation with the school's briefing and trial classes. Please feel free to join us! Individual counseling on weekdays is also available.