Children’s painting & 3D art classes in Higashi-Nakano

New in 2026. A 4-minute walk from Ochiai Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line (also 10 minutes from Higashi-Nakano Station on the JR Chuo-Sobu Line and from Shimo-Ochiai Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line). An art school where children from age 3 through elementary, junior high and high school learn painting, 3D art and arts & crafts in a dedicated studio — a new art class for Kami-Ochiai, Higashi-Nakano and the Ochiai area of Shinjuku.

What we value at Higashi-Nakano Studio

GAJYUKU teaches hands-on painting and 3D art according to the same educational approach at every studio. Our goal is not a “polished” piece of work or “being good at it.” We believe the joy and sense of achievement that come from making something with their own hands is what builds children’s confidence. We don’t make everyone keep in step; we value time when each child can enjoy creating at their own pace. What matters is not the finished piece but what children feel, discover and think along the way. The process itself is the artwork.

Small classes, so we can give every child our attention

To bring out each child’s individuality, Higashi-Nakano Studio limits classes to 10 children and staffs each class according to its size. Classes are taught by art specialists who work as artists, designers and illustrators.

Who it’s for & classes

Preschool Class (ages 3–6, kindergarten/nursery)
Elementary Class (ages 6–12)
Teen Class (junior & senior high)
Combined Preschool & Elementary Class (Sat/Sun)

Class days

Classes currently run on Saturdays and Sundays.
Sat 10:30–12:00 / 13:30–15:00
Sun 10:30–12:00 / 13:30–15:00
Weekday classes will open in stages. To book, please use “Book a Trial Lesson”.

Looking for a painting & 3D art class in Shinjuku, Higashi-Nakano or Ochiai?

“I’d like my child to get interested in drawing, painting and making things.” “We’re looking for an art class our child can keep going to.” — If this sounds like you and you live around Kami-Ochiai, Higashi-Nakano, Ochiai, Nakano or Shimo-Ochiai, welcome. This studio has only just opened, so please start with a Trial Lesson to get a feel for the classes. For children who can’t attend every week, we offer the Flexible Class with a limited number of sessions, and 3-day Spring and Summer Schools.

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