SATURDAY COURSE

Master Fashion on Weekends

This course offers the perfect opportunity for anyone, whether you're just starting your fashion journey, already studying the field, or working in apparel, to fully immerse themselves in fashion education. It is designed for a diverse range of students, including professionals in other industries and university students balancing their studies. With flexible weekend sessions, the course ensures you can pursue your passion while maintaining your current commitments. Small class sizes allow for personalized instruction, providing an engaging and focused environment for fashion learning.

Course explanation

Admission Requirements

Stylism and Modelism I: For individuals who have completed or are expected to complete high school, or those with an equivalent level of education. This course is also open to graduates, university students, vocational school students, and professionals.
CAD and Modelism II: For individuals who have completed or are expected to complete high school, or those with an equivalent level of education. Applicants must have previously taken Modelism I, or possess equivalent knowledge. This course is open to graduates, university students, vocational school students, and professionals.
Modelism III: For those who have completed Modelism I and II, or possess equivalent knowledge.
Study Period

1 year
Enrollment Period

April
Schedule

30-35 weeks throughout the year　Saturdays　9am to 1pm or 2pm to 6pm
Tuition

Entrance Fee: ¥50,000
Tuition for Stylism and Modelism: ¥360,000
CAD Tuition: ¥210,000
Double Course Tuition: ¥620,000 (for taking two courses from Stylism, Modelism I, II, or III simultaneously)
CAD Double Course Tuition: ¥520,000 (for taking beginner CAD along with Stylism or Modelism II at the same time)
Language

Japanese
Location

Tokyo Campus
Selection Process

Application Documents required.
For applicants who have not taken Modelism I but wish to enroll in Modelism II or III, a level check of basic pattern-making knowledge will be conducted. This will involve a portfolio review and an examination as part of the selection process.
Other

Upon completion of the Stylism and Modelism I double course, students are eligible to advance to the Intensive Course.

Course contents

Educational Purpose

This course is designed for individuals looking to deepen their fashion knowledge and skills, whether they are newcomers to fashion studies, already studying the field, or working in the apparel industry. By utilizing weekend hours, students can acquire specialized knowledge and technical expertise. The program also caters to those pursuing a career change from other industries or university students taking part in a double-school system. With small class sizes, the course offers personalized education to suit the unique needs of each student.
Curriculum

▪︎Acquiring the Knowledge and Skills Necessary for Fashion Creation
▪︎Fostering Creativity Born from Establishing Individuality and Concept
▪︎Cultivating Flexibility, a Broad Perspective, and Innovation for Generating New Ideas
These principles focus on developing essential expertise in garment creation, nurturing creativity rooted in personal style and conceptual design, and promoting an innovative mindset to approach the fashion industry with a fresh perspective.
Stylism (Fashion Design)

Refining Personal Style and Creativity While Gaining the Knowledge and Skills Required of a Designer

- Developing a Personal Worldview and Research Book
- Mastering the Fundamentals of Color Theory
- Learning the Basics of Fashion Illustration
- Understanding Fashion Items, Their History, and Fabrics
- Designing Print Patterns
- Creating a Professional Portfolio
Modelism I (Pattern Making + Sewing)

Basic Skills in Pattern Making and Sewing for Skirts, Shirts, and Dresses. Learn the foundational principles of each item design, from its structure and fabric handling to creating and assembling a pattern using flat pattern drafting techniques.

- Skirt Structure Theory, Flat Pattern Drafting, and Production
- Shirt Structure Theory, Flat Pattern Drafting, and Production
- Dress Structure Theory, Flat Pattern Drafting, and Production (Individual Design)
Modelism II (Pattern Making + Sewing)

Pattern Making and Sewing for Pants, Jackets and Outerwear. Learn the theory behind each item construction, focusing on pattern drafting, body type modifications, and garment assembly, while incorporating your own unique design ideas.

- Pant Structure Theory, Flat Pattern Drafting, Body Type Adjustments, and Production (Individual Design)
- Outerwear Structure Theory
- Soft Jacket Flat Pattern Drafting, Body Type Adjustments, and Production (Individual Design)
- Personal Free Model (Original Design Creation)
Modelism III (Pattern Making + Sewing)

Pattern Making and Sewing for Heavy Fabrics. This course equips students with advanced skills in pattern making, sewing, and fitting techniques for heavier fabrics, essential for creating structured and durable outerwear pieces. It emphasizes creative design with practical application.

- French Dolman Structure Theory
- Raglan Structure Theory
- Raglan Production
- Structure Theory with Lining
- Coat Production
- Personal Model (Original Design Creation)
CAD (Pattern Making with CAD)

Master the Fundamentals of Professional Pattern Making with CAD Systems. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to professional pattern making using CAD systems, offering students the tools to create detailed and accurate digital patterns for a variety of garments.

- Basic Knowledge of CAD
- Basic Operations
- Using Scanners and Plotters for Pattern Assembly
- Drafting Skirt and Pant Patterns
- Drafting Blouse and Shirt Patterns
- Drafting Jacket Patterns

ADMISSIONS

Applications & Entrance Exams

SATURDAY COURSE

Master Fashion on Weekends

Course explanation

Admission Requirements

Study Period

Enrollment Period

Schedule

Tuition

Language

Location

Selection Process

Other

Course contents

Educational Purpose

Curriculum

Stylism (Fashion Design)

Modelism I (Pattern Making + Sewing)

Modelism II (Pattern Making + Sewing)

Modelism III (Pattern Making + Sewing)

CAD (Pattern Making with CAD)

ADMISSIONS