A School for Future Pianists of All Ages
Published: October 6, 2025
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“CRECER Music Studio,” loved by all generations
“CRECER” means “to grow” in Spanish. The owner, Ms. Yamashita, values the importance of continually striving toward one’s goals.
At “CRECER Music Studio,” students learn more than just piano. The school encourages them to be curious, creative, and to express themselves. They can explore and find their own musical style. Sometimes, students participate in national and international competitions.
The instructor at the time of the interview was Ms. Maho Michishita
Currently, CRECER Music Studio has seven instructors, all of whom continue to perform on stage every year as active musicians.
They warmly encourage their students to attend these performances, as watching their teachers on stage can be deeply inspiring. This experience often motivates students to practice harder and strive to improve, nurturing their own growth as pianists.
There are three studios in total. This room is designed with the image of the 19th-century Romantic era and is equipped with a Steinway (NY) Model M.
Each classroom has its own unique concept, decorated to reflect a different era and atmosphere. There is also a Baroque room featuring artworks such as Girl with a Pearl Earring, and even a more contemporary room inspired by modern cinema. With their vivid colors and distinctive motifs, the wallpapers give each room a unique charm not often seen in Japan.
“CRECER Music Studio” offers an absolute pitch training program for children under the age of six, encouraging students to participate in competitions at various levels and build their confidence.
The friendly interactions with teachers make every lesson inspiring and motivating, creating a space where learning music is not only educational but also joyful and memorable.
Between the classrooms, there is a small waiting area with chairs, a table, and power outlets. Busy parents often bring their laptops to work here while waiting for their children to finish their piano lessons. However, the table is mostly used by students themselves, who do their school homework while waiting to be picked up after class.
The majority of students are young children, with about 40% being preschoolers and 50% elementary school students. The remaining 10% are a wide range of middle school students through adults.
Since the neighborhood has many international schools, the piano school has become a welcoming place for children from different countries. Many of them come here after their regular classes, creating a warm and diverse community of young music lovers.
“CRECER Music Studio” utilizes its excellent facilities by renting out the studio during times when lessons are not being held, providing people with the opportunity to play on a grand piano.
The school offers a variety of pianos, including some rare models that are hard to find, as very few schools in Japan rent them out. This makes it a great place not only for professional pianists who wish to practice on a grand piano, but also for beginners eager to learn.
While most lessons are in Japanese, some teachers also speak other languages—so if you’re curious, don’t hesitate to give their classes a try!
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・Name：Diana
・Nationality：Spain
・Hobbies：Dancing, Bon Odori, DIY, and Crafts
※Information is based on September 2025. Prices, operating hours, and other details may change. Please verify with the store directly.
※All amounts mentioned in the article are inclusive of taxes.
