This guide is for families considering Craftsman After School for the 2027 school year. It explains our enrollment process and helps families—especially those with a child entering Grade 1—prepare for after-school life between now and April 2027.
Red shows the Craftsman enrollment process. Gold shows general preparation for families with a new first grader.
from Oct. 1, 2026
and monthly plan
April 2027
schedule and cost
school preparation
settle into the routine
2027 applications are scheduled to open on October 1, 2026. Eligible students: Grades 1–6 in the 2027 school year.
Preparing for Grade 1 / When to Research Programs / Enrollment Process / Before and After Starting / Key Information / Fees / FAQ / Application
What Families of New First Graders Should Check First
When comparing after-school programs, look beyond the atmosphere of the facility. Consider whether your family can comfortably maintain the routine after April: the trip from school, operating hours, your child’s daily load, and the total monthly cost. The following six points make comparisons easier.
1. Getting here after school
Check the route from school, whether pickup support is needed, and what the trip will be like on rainy days.
2. Hours of care
Make sure pickup is possible by closing time, including during school holidays and special school schedules.
3. Adjusting to a new routine
School and after-school care begin at the same time. Look for places to rest and adults a child can ask for help.
4. The flow of the afternoon
Consider the order of homework, play and lessons, and whether it is sustainable for your child.
5. Total monthly cost
Compare the base fee together with snacks, management fees, extended care, school pickup and materials.
6. Safety and communication
Confirm procedures for absences, schedule changes, emergencies, insurance and disaster response.
Practise the route before school begins
If your child will travel from school to Craftsman independently, we recommend walking the actual route together before enrollment. Check traffic lights, crossings, busy streets, the rainy-day route, and what your child should do if they become unsure of the way.
Our current fee is ¥3,300 per month for registration plus ¥880 per pickup, including tax. The registration fee is waived for the first month. Pickup is currently available from Yamada, Kitayamada, Higashiyamata and Minamiyamata elementary schools, subject to the day and available capacity.
You do not need to have every weekday and lesson decided yet. Before your visit, it is enough to identify the number of days you may need, the school from which pickup may be required, and the latest time a guardian can collect your child.
A Typical Research Timeline
This is a general guide for families entering Grade 1. Application dates and selection methods differ by municipality and provider. If you are also considering Yokohama City’s Kids Clubs or after-school childcare clubs, please check the City’s latest official information.
before Grade 1
Research local and private options
Check distance from school, transport, pickup support and operating hours.
Shortlist two or three programs
Compare total fees, capacity, school-holiday care and the daily schedule, then begin booking visits.
Visit, try and confirm requirements
Check the fit for your child, preferred days and pickup conditions. Craftsman applications are planned to open on October 1, 2026.
Interview, apply and confirm the plan
After the family interview, complete the enrollment form and then confirm attendance days and monthly fees.
Make the April routine concrete
Confirm the route, collection arrangements, emergency contacts, belongings and the home routine.
Allow time to adjust
Watch your child’s energy and feelings, and discuss any needed changes with us.
From Application to Your First Day
Applications for the 2027 school year are scheduled to open on October 1, 2026 for students entering Grades 1–6. Please begin by booking a trial or tour. After the visit and family interview, you will complete the enrollment form and then a plan-confirmation form to finalize attendance days and the monthly fee.
Capacity is limited by weekday, and families applying for five days per week are given priority. Availability changes, so please tell us your preferred days when booking your visit.
Planned 2027 Weekly Program Schedule
The timetable below is the current plan and may change before April 2027. Program availability and the number of included sessions depend on the selected plan.
| Program | Planned schedule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| English | Monday, weeks 2 and 4 5:00–5:45 p.m. | Subject to final confirmation |
| Digital Craft | Monday, weekly 4:00–5:00 p.m. | Optional program; capacity 4 |
| Abacus | Tuesday, weekly 4:00–5:00 or 5:00–6:00 p.m. | Choose an available time slot |
| Brush Calligraphy | Wednesday or Thursday, weeks 2 and 4 4:00–5:00 or 5:00–6:00 p.m. | Choose an available day and time |
| Pen Calligraphy | Wednesday, weeks 1 and 3 4:00–5:00 or 5:00–6:00 p.m. | Optional; Brush Calligraphy is required |
| Iroiku Color Education | Thursday, weeks 1 and 3 5:00–6:00 p.m. | Subject to final confirmation |
| Inquiry-Based Learning | Friday, weekly 4:00–5:00 p.m. | Subject to final confirmation |
Before and After Starting
- Confirm attendance days, monthly fees, school pickup and how your child will go home.
- Practise the school-to-Craftsman route and confirm the guardian’s collection time.
- Understand procedures for absences, lateness, schedule changes and emergencies.
- Confirm required belongings and whether school items can be stored.
- Discuss allergies, support needs and anything your child finds difficult.
- During the first weeks, watch sleep, fatigue and emotional changes, and contact us early if you have concerns.
Family Checklist
- Route from school and guardian pickup time
- Hours on regular school days, holidays and school-event days
- How to report an absence, delay or emergency
- Homework, snack, program and free-time flow
- Total cost and billing timing
- Allergies and individual support needs
Key Information
| Eligible students | Students entering Grades 1–6 in the 2027 school year |
|---|---|
| Address | West Square 2F, 2-3-7 Kitayamata, Tsuzuki-ku, Yokohama—immediately outside Kitayamata Station Exit 1 |
| Nearby schools | Minamiyamata, Higashiyamata, Kitayamata, Arima, Yamada, Ushikubo, Sumiregaoka and Takada elementary schools. School pickup is currently offered from Yamada, Kitayamada, Higashiyamata and Minamiyamata. |
| Regular course hours | 1:00–7:00 p.m. Plans are available for two to five days per week, as well as spot use. |
| Programs | Brush calligraphy, abacus, English, Iroiku color education and inquiry-based learning. The number of included sessions differs by plan. Pen calligraphy, Digital Craft, materials and examination fees are charged separately where applicable. |
| Trial or tour | Advance booking required. Approximately 30–60 minutes; nothing special to bring. |
Fees & Courses / School Pickup (Japanese page) / Safety & Insurance (Japanese page)
2027 Regular Plan Fees
All tax-inclusive amounts below are monthly estimates. Your final monthly fee is confirmed after enrollment based on attendance days and options.
| Plan | Monthly fee (tax incl.) | Uses per month | Included program sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 days/week | ¥26,400 | 8 | 4 |
| 3 days/week | ¥35,200 | 12 | 8 |
| 4 days/week | ¥42,900 | 16 | 12 |
| 5 days/week | ¥48,400 | Every weekday | Unlimited |
- Enrollment fee: ¥27,500 including tax (waived for a sibling while another family member is enrolled).
- Classroom management fee: ¥770 per month including tax.
- Snack example: ¥1,980 per month including tax for a three-day plan.
- Extended care before regular entry: ¥440 per 30 minutes, up to ¥3,960 per day.
- Extended care from 7:01–9:00 p.m.: ¥660 per 30 minutes, up to ¥2,640 per day.
- Meals during long school holidays only: ¥605 per meal. Order by noon two business days in advance.
- 12-month continuous-use discount: ¥6,600 credited in the following year’s billing.
About Craftsman After School
Craftsman is a private after-school program beside Kitayamata Station in Tsuzuki-ku, Yokohama. We support homework and incorporate activities such as brush calligraphy, abacus, English, Iroiku color education and inquiry-based learning into the after-school day. We also use five 3D printers in selected STEAM and Digital Craft activities, giving children opportunities to move from an idea and design to a physical object.
New to Craftsman / Staff & Instructors / For Parents (Japanese page)
How to Compare After-School Programs
- Compare total cost: include snacks, management fees, extended care, pickup and materials—not only the base fee.
- Check what programs are included: the number of included sessions may differ by plan, and some options are charged separately.
- Confirm weekday capacity: ask whether your required days are available.
- Check the journey: compare the route from school, station access and pickup conditions.
- Meet the people: ask about staffing, training and specialist instructors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we visit before deciding whether to enroll?
Yes. Families who are still comparing options are welcome. You can see the facility and discuss attendance days, transport and fees.
What should we bring to a trial or tour?
Nothing special is required, and everyday clothing is fine. A visit usually takes 30–60 minutes. A general after-school tour and a trial lesson in abacus, brush calligraphy or Iroiku are booked separately.
How much will we pay each month?
The total depends on the number of days, hours and options such as school pickup. Use the simulator below for an estimate. The final monthly fee is set in the plan-confirmation form after enrollment.
Is school pickup available?
Yes, as a paid option, subject to the school, weekday and available capacity. Tell us the school and preferred days when booking a trial or tour.
Is an interview required?
Yes. Before enrollment, we meet with the child and guardian to understand the intended use and anything your child needs to feel safe and comfortable.
2027 Fee Simulator
Select your child’s grade, expected number of attendance days and options to see an estimated plan and monthly fee. Amounts are estimates including tax. The timetable shown is the current plan for 2027 and may change.
料金シミュレーター
After-school careの月額を、税込で確かめる
コースとプラン、追加したいものを選ぶと、毎月かかる金額がその場で出ます。表示はすべて税込です（税抜も併記しています）。
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必要なものだけ2027年度 プログラム時間割
月内の週パターンの一覧です。第◯週は月の中の週番号で、実際の日付は月によって変わります。祝日・休業日による調整は含みません。
| 月 | 火 | 水 | 木 | 金 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 第1週 | デジタル工作 16:00-17:00 | そろばん 16:00-17:00そろばん 17:00-18:00 | 書道（硬筆） 16:00-17:00書道（硬筆） 17:00-18:00 | 色育 17:00-18:00 | 探究 16:00-17:00 |
| 第2週 | 英語 17:00-17:45デジタル工作 16:00-17:00 | そろばん 16:00-17:00そろばん 17:00-18:00 | 書道（毛筆） 16:00-17:00書道（毛筆） 17:00-18:00 | 書道（毛筆） 16:00-17:00書道（毛筆） 17:00-18:00 | 探究 16:00-17:00 |
| 第3週 | デジタル工作 16:00-17:00 | そろばん 16:00-17:00そろばん 17:00-18:00 | 書道（硬筆） 16:00-17:00書道（硬筆） 17:00-18:00 | 色育 17:00-18:00 | 探究 16:00-17:00 |
| 第4週 | 英語 17:00-17:45デジタル工作 16:00-17:00 | そろばん 16:00-17:00そろばん 17:00-18:00 | 書道（毛筆） 16:00-17:00書道（毛筆） 17:00-18:00 | 書道（毛筆） 16:00-17:00書道（毛筆） 17:00-18:00 | 探究 16:00-17:00 |
そろばん・書道はいずれも16:00-17:00・17:00-18:00のどちらかをお選びいただきます（書道の毛筆は水曜・木曜どちらか、硬筆は水曜のみで毛筆の受講が前提です）。デジタル工作は毎週月曜開催で、定員は4名です。
表示金額は消費税10%で計算した目安です。正式な金額は利用内容の確定後にご案内します。
延長は入室前30分ごと440円（税抜400円・上限3,960円）、19:01〜21:00は30分ごと660円（税抜600円・上限2,640円）。食事は春・夏・冬の長期休み期間中のみのご提供で、1食605円（税抜550円・2営業日前の12時までの申請）。お迎えは登録料のほかに、利用1回ごとに880円（税抜800円）がかかります。
ご家族が在籍中に新たに入会する場合は入会金が免除されます。ご利用になった月が通算12か月になると、クラフトマンリワードを6,000リワード差し上げます。1リワードは1円として、毎月のご請求に充てられます（マイページからお申し込みください）。
2027 Application
Applications for the 2027 school year are scheduled to open on October 1, 2026. The application form will appear in this section when registration opens.
The form will be available here from October 1, 2026.
You are welcome to contact us before applications open. If you use the simulator above, your selections will be copied into the inquiry form below.
Ask About 2027 Enrollment
Your selections from the simulator above will be entered automatically in the form below. Please complete the remaining fields and submit it.
Applications for the 2027 school year, beginning in April 2027, are now open. Select a course, plan, weekdays and programs in the fee simulator above, then choose “Continue to the application form.” Review the automatically copied selections, complete the remaining fields and submit the form.
Application Form
Before applying, we recommend a trial or tour to confirm the atmosphere, route after school, attendance days and fees.
