Japanese art majors are divided into: Fine Arts, Sculpture, Oil Painting, Japanese Painting, and Fine Arts.
1. Professional introduction
Sculpture
Professional Introduction:Sculpture is a concrete plastic art, so in terms of expression, sculpture is more than other ways to present the inner world of the creator himself. Sculpture is a very primitive form of expression, starting from the basic human sense, so by combining the various materials and technologies that have shaped human history, such as clay, stone, wood, copper, iron, synthetic resin, and various traditional and modern techniques, the art of sculpture creates an original world and continues to shine. Sculpture can be described as a form of artistic expression that can be seen and touched.
The Department of Sculpture sees the concept of sculpture as a transformation into a broader discipline, and seeks new professional techniques from this perspective. Students explore creative spaces in different contexts and seek organic connections that allow students to construct new areas of self-expression.
Professional Features::
1.Emphasis is placed on the use of new materials for creation.
2.Find new ways to apply these experimental materials to traditional materials.
3.Foster an awareness of Japan's creativity and national identity.
Employment direction:
1.3D Modeling: Innovative forms of artistic expression can be explored in this field, using computer technology and virtuality.
Realistic technology creates sculptures.
2.Independent Artists: Showcase your work through sculpture exhibitions, art exhibitions, art auctions, and more, and build your own art brand and reputation.
3.Sculpture Education and Research: You can engage in sculpture education in universities, art academies or cultural institutions, and work as teachers or researchers in sculpture courses.
4.Art Direction & Art Consultant: You can become an art director or art consultant to provide consulting services such as art procurement, art decoration and art collection for businesses, institutions or individuals.
5.Sculpture Curation and Management: Engage in cultural and artistic management in cultural and artistic institutions, cultural departments or cultural enterprises. You will be responsible for the planning and management of art projects, the organization and promotion of cultural activities, and the promotion of sculpture art.
Recommended Institutions:
1.Tokyo University of the Arts – Department of Sculpture.
2.Musashino Art University - Department of Sculpture.
3.Tama Art University - Department of Sculpture.
4.Kyoto City University of the Arts – Department of Sculpture.
5.Kanazawa University of Arts and Arts - Department of Sculpture.
Oil painting
Professional Introduction:In the major part of Oil Painting, students spend most of their time studying oil painting or printmaking techniques. Through these courses, students will gradually explore their own ways of expression. Students learn the fundamentals of plastic expression, while developing their ability to observe and describe topics, and explore the possibilities of various expressions. Explore your own expressions while working on several different questions through group labs. In addition, through critique sessions held for each assignment submission, students can develop the ability to verbally communicate their ideas about the production to others. After mastering the skills and professional skills, students engage in productive research in order to create works of art based on their own themes and motivations. Whichever lab you choose, we respect everyone's freedom of expression and raise awareness as an independent artist while providing interactive instruction. In addition, through on-campus gallery exhibitions and other venues, students develop the ability to present their works to society.
Professional Features::The focus of the Department of Oil Painting is on the development of independence and judgment, as well as the independence of the artist, through technical courses, which allow students to learn how to deal with various fields of expression and materials, as well as the skills of expression in regular criticism, on the basis of mastering advanced techniques of creative activity. The school organizes special lectures and invites curators, critics and writers to cultivate students' creative vision, cultural and aesthetic vision.
Employment direction:
1.Artist's studio, painter.
2.Publishing, printing, advertising, design studios.
3.Games, animations, CGs
4.Decoration, exhibition, film, television station.
Recommended Institutions:
1.Musashino Art University – Department of Oil Painting.
2.Tama Art University - Department of Oil Painting.
3.Women's University of Fine Arts - Department of Oil Painting.
4.Kyoto Seika University - Department of Oil Painting.
5.Osaka University of the Arts - Department of Oil Painting.
Japanese painting
Professional Introduction:The goal of the Japanese Painting Course is to enable students to learn about the special techniques that form the basis of Japanese painting, and to develop their own unique creativity while learning to express the characteristics of Japanese painting in a modern form. The characteristics of Japanese painting have been passed down from generation to generation, and it is also a true portrayal of Japanese culture. During the four-year university program, students will take all subjects related to Japanese painting, including plants, animals, landscapes, and people, and will also spend a lot of time studying figure drawing, which is the basic way to develop the ability to draw.
Professional Features::The program offers many practical courses, where students learn traditional skills such as pen making, painting, tableware training, silk book training, etc., and can also choose a variety of elective courses such as copperplate printing and performance.
Employment direction:
1.Games, animations, CGs
2.Japanese textile industry.
3.Art Gallery Museum curator, producer of cultural institutions, corporate event planner.
4.Painter and independent artist.
Recommended Institutions:
1.Tokyo University of the Arts - Department of Japanese Painting.
2.Musashino Art University - Department of Japanese Painting.
3.Tama Art University - Department of Japanese Painting.
4.Kyoto University of the Arts - Department of Japanese Painting.
5.Kyoto Seika University - Department of Japanese Painting.
Arts (Fine Arts).
Professional Introduction:With "Creation", "Thinking", and "Communication" as the core of the curriculum, students first deepen their interest and understanding of expressive techniques and materials through practical skills, and then learn about art and the conception of various forms of expression theoretically and practically through lectures on art history, design history, and art research. In the first and second years, students develop their modeling skills through practical skills while learning basic theories about today's diverse arts. In the third and fourth years, students deepen their professional knowledge through practical workshops (design subjects) while developing planning and coordination skills that serve as a bridge between the arts. It is also possible to obtain a curatorial qualification and an art teaching qualification at the same time.
Professional Features::The Department of Fine Arts trains human resources such as curators, teachers, editors, art historians, critics, and art producers, and students will disseminate art to the world after graduation. As an "art department unique to the University of the Arts", in addition to practical courses such as painting and sculpture in collaboration with various departments, the school has established a studio and editorial department for the production of works within the department, and designs and publishes magazines and books. Taking advantage of the environment of the Faculty of Arts, students can interact with many artists in a familiar environment, and students will learn art and art from expression and theory, lectures, and practical skills while interacting with society, such as curating exhibitions (collecting, designing, and curating) exhibitions and making a variety of **.
Employment direction:
1.Games, animations, CGs
2.Advertising, design studios, newspapers, publishing houses.
3.Art Gallery Museum curator, producer of cultural institutions, corporate event planner.
Recommended Institutions:
1.Musashino Art University - Department of Arts and Culture.
2.Tama Art University - Department of Art.
II. Application Requirements
Language Requirements:JLPT-N2 (scores from EJU Japanese subjects are available)
Application Process:
1.Register for the entrance examination of the target institution.
2.Take the written test (実技試験).
3.Attend an interview.
4.Qualified publication.
5.Matriculation.
Application Fee for International Students:
20,000 yen 50,000 yen (Please refer to the school's entrance examination information for the year for details).
Musashino Art University - 50,000 yen
Tokyo University of the Arts - 36,000 yen
Tama Art University - 35,000 yen
Kyoto City University of the Arts - 17,000 yen
Kanazawa University of Arts and Crafts - 17,000 yen
Scholarship:
1.Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Scholarship
Amount
1) One round-trip air ticket (enrollment + graduation).
2) Exemption of all university tuition fees (including admission examination fee, admission fee, tuition fee, etc.).
3) Living expenses for three to four years (about 11. depending on the applicant.)70,000 yen month-2420,000 yen per month).
How to apply
1) Recommended by Japanese embassies abroad.
The preliminary selection consists of a document review, a written test, and an interview. Japanese embassies abroad will select the best candidates based on the results of the examination and recommend them to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. In the second round, the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology consults with the selection committee and consults with the host school to determine the final candidate.
One thing to pay special attention to: this way of applying for a scholarship is special, you must apply for a scholarship first, confirm that you get the scholarship and then apply to the school. Students can apply for schools to study abroad, but the final decision is submitted to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
2) Recommended by a Japanese university.
Domestic universities will recommend foreign students to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology after screening them in accordance with inter-university exchange agreements, etc. The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology will decide on the candidates after soliciting the opinions of the selection committee.
2.JASSO Scholarship
International Student Recruitment Promotion Program (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology International Student Study Scholarship Fee)
Amount: University and above 480,000 yen per month, 30,000 yen per month for language school (valid for one year)
Please note that the average monthly living expenses cannot exceed 90,000 yen.
How to apply: Apply through a Japanese university after enrollment.
Study Abroad Support System (Agreement Commitment) Scholarship.
This scholarship is open to graduate or doctoral students who come to Japan for a short-term exchange within one year through an overseas partner university + study in Japan.
Amount80,000 yen per month.
How to applyAll applications are made by the host university, etc.; The Japan Student Services Organization (JSSSO) decides on the target programs after reviewing the application materials submitted by the receiving universities.
3.Scholarships for local governments and international exchange organizations
Scholarships are offered by 26 local governments and 37 local international exchange organizations, covering almost all of Japan.
Amount10,000 yen per year - 960,000 yen per year (monthly payment Lump sum payment, depending on the region and school.) ）
How to applySubmit an application to a local** or international exchange-related organization in Japan.
Note: Normally, this type of scholarship recipient cannot be used for other scholarships, please consult the school or relevant organization for details.
4.Civil Society Scholarship
A private organization is set up to recruit students from the school where the organization is located.
Amount360,000 yen per year to 2,400,000 yen per year (lasting 1 to 4 years).
How to applyApply through your school or contact the scholarship group directly.
Note: A professional background related to the corporate group field is required.