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Innovate with Art and Technology at Musashino Art University

Musashino Art University, located in Koganei City, Tokyo, invites aspiring creators and professionals to apply for its two-day mini-program titled "VCP for PROTOTYPING". This program aims to equip participants with essential prototyping skills to transform unique ideas into tangible outcomes through creative and critical thinking.

What is the VCP for PROTOTYPING?

The "Value Creation Program" (VCP) is designed to foster innovative mindsets that are not constrained by traditional design or artistic methodologies. Drawing from over 90 years of expertise in shaping education, this program enhances participants' ability to harmonize diverse perspectives and uncover new relationships. By engaging in project-based learning (PBL), attendees will gain insights and methodologies essential to initiating new business ventures or creative projects.

Program Overview

The two-day mini-program will consist of both theoretical and practical exercises:
1. Day One: Participants will engage in lectures and workshops led by faculty members who teach at Musashino. These sessions will include exploratory activities that encourage participants to identify their curiosities and areas of discomfort, ultimately enhancing their creative thinking through an artistic lens.

2. Day Two: Participants will apply their findings to practical prototyping exercises, where they will iterate on ideas and concepts, culminating in a peer-review session to provide feedback and critiques.

Through this immersive experience, you will learn how to bridge art and prototyping, empowering you to materialize imaginative concepts while creating meaningful societal impacts.

Key Features of the Program

• - Dual Focus: Strengthen both the thought processes before creation and the practical skills for implementation.
• - Art and Design Synergy: Combine art thinking with design methodologies and hands-on prototyping practices.
• - Collaborative Environment: Interact with participants from various disciplines to refine and enhance your outputs.

Who Should Apply?

This program is ideal for:

• - Business developers, entrepreneurs, and researchers eager to innovate and bring new ideas to life.
• - Individuals wishing to deepen their thinking through the lenses of art and design.
• - Those looking to uncover their unique questions and express them in a socially impactful manner.
• - Participants seeking a rapid experience in prototyping methodologies.

Application Details

• - Dates: October 25 (Saturday) and November 8 (Saturday), 2025. Each session runs from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (including a one-hour lunch break), totaling approximately 12 hours of content.
• - Venue: Musashino Art University's Ichigaya Campus, located at 1-4 Ichigaya Tadacho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo.
• - Application Period: September 3 (Wednesday) to October 10 (Friday), 2025.
• - Selection Method: Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested candidates should provide a motivation statement in the application form. Notifications regarding selection results will be communicated on or after October 14 (Tuesday).
• - Tuition Fee: 100,000 yen (tax included). Payment details will be provided separately. Please note that once accepted, the fee is non-refundable for any reason.
• - Capacity: Limited to 20 participants (first-come basis).

Instructors

The program boasts a talented lineup of instructors, including:

• - Shunsuke Aoki, Professor at Musashino Art University, and CEO of Yukai Engineering Inc.
• - Mariko Nishimura, Guest Professor at the Creative Innovation Department, and CEO of Heart Catch Co., Ltd.
• - Kosuke Tsumura, Professor at the Spatial Design Department, Art Director, Fashion Designer, and founder of FINAL HOME project.

Further Information

Curious about the VCP or want to learn more about the program? Join our online information sessions to gain insights into what the program entails. For additional details, please visit the VCP School website or contact the Ichigaya campus’s administrative office at [email protected].