Japan’s Blender Academy
Where Creators Become Legends
Admissions Process
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Submit Your Portfolio
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Show us your work and potential.
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Only candidates who demonstrate skill and dedication will be considered.
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Interview
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Optional discussion of your goals, experience, and alignment with Blender Academy standards.
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Acceptance
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Successful applicants receive a personalized acceptance letter.
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Enrollment
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Only accepted students gain full program access and mentorship.
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All essential information about the training, structure, and program levels is already provided on our website. Please review it carefully. Only those who have a clear understanding of our approach and requirements should proceed with an application.
Blender Academy is open for those with the passion to take on big challenges and create something new that can shape the gaming industry and boost their career.
Your Gateway to 3D Mastery
only in japan
Sandstorm Blender Academy is an elite 3D and digital production school based in Japan, created for artists who refuse to settle for ordinary.
Every project, every class, and every challenge is built to push imagination further. Our students work in professional-grade environments, guided by industry experts who live and breathe 3D art, animation, and game production.
Admission is selective and competitive only a limited number of students are accepted each term. We value originality, discipline, and the will to create something original and creative.
Sandstorm Blender Academy is a global creative hub in Japan.
We train creators who want to master Blender, Unreal Engine, and real-studio workflows
not through repetition, but through creation.
At Sandstorm Blender Academy, we provide a unique path to mastery.
We don’t just teach — we transform.
What others take years to teach, we compress into mastery.
Our program is designed to elevate your skills, fast-track your growth, and turn your potential into professional-level artistry.
Sandstorm Blender Academy — Where Artists Become Legends.
From Blender to Unreal
Make Your Vision Real
Where Artists Become Game-Changers
Exclusive Access: Only a limited number of students are accepted each term.
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Studio-Level Training: Learn exactly what top game studios demand Blender plus the complete game development toolset.
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Portfolio-Focused: Graduate with professional-grade projects that get noticed worldwide.
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Mentorship: Personalized guidance from industry professionals accelerates your growth.
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Global Recognition: Join a network of elite artists shaping the future of games.
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Our tuition is fixed, as every program is built for deep transformation and mentorship.
and we focus on results not just lessons and our value is in the growth each student achieves. -
We don’t discount tuition, but we can help with installment options or flexible payment plans.
In addition, Sandstorm provides Japanese language learning and a supportive educational environment for our international students, helping them grow both creatively and culturally while studying and working in Japan.
Online / Remote study → open to anyone worldwide
Pro Level
6 Month
Master Level
1 Year
LEGEND LEVEL
2 Years
Each program is designed to ensure students graduate as studio-ready professionals
Pro Level
Creator AcceleratoR
For: Aspiring beginners, CG freelancers, and artists aiming to enter the CG industry.
Duration: 6 months
Project-based, hybrid learning
Complete Blender pipeline (modeling → shading → animation → rendering)
Features:
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Weekly assignments with personal critique
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Access to Sandstorm production templates & workflows
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Certification plus personal portfolio review
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Hands-on projects mirroring real industry workflows
Master Level
Elite Production
For: Intermediate to advanced 3D artists seeking real studio-level experience.
Duration: 1 year intensive
Format: Semi-private mentorship-based
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1-on-1 mentorship with Sandstorm senior instructors
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Real-world production simulations (film/game-quality projects)
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Career mentorship & portfolio branding
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Lifetime alumni access to resources
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Priority studio recommendations and collaboration opportunities
LEGEND LEVEL
DIRECTOR'S LAB
For: Professionals, Art Directors, and advanced creators who want to push Blender to its creative and technical limits.
Duration: 2 years personalized mentorship
Format: 1-on-1, confidential training and project development
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Private master sessions (weekly 1-on-1)
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Custom project guidance (film, cinematic, or game)
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Access to unreleased techniques & workflows
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Studio-grade rendering pipeline setup
Blender Fundamentals
Pick the course that fits you best
One month, Unlimited learning potential.
Services
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Focus on small projects for each skill instead of trying to do a giant project.
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Use references from real life or games/movies.
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Allocate 2–3 hours/day minimum to practice.
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Record your progress to track improvement.
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After the month, start integrating all skills into a single portfolio piece.
An environment dedicated entirely to passionate artists
Blender is at the heart of all our courses, but we go beyond teaching our students the essential tools used by top game studios, including Adob, Clip Studio, Autodesk, Maxon, The Foundry, ZBrush, Marvelous Designer, Substance Painter, Daz, Reallusion, Cascadeur, Davinchi resolve, Marmoset, Unity, Unreal Engine and so much more.
Gain the skills that let you create industry-ready projects from start to finish.
Learn to art-direct your projects with precision. Blender provides the tools and workflow speed to bring your vision to life.
Want to unlock the magic of this beast?
Join our Academy, and transform your passion into real skills.
Create Without Limits
Learn powerful tools, accelerate your workflow, and step into
a new era of real-time 3D development
Unleash Your Creativity
With Blender and Unreal Engine
ADMISSION PROCESS
1.application via email → 2. document selection
3. first interview → 4. final interview
Only the passionate make it through.
※ All applicants will receive notification of the results,
regardless of the outcome.
Your Journey to 3D Excellence
Starts Here
Sandstorm Blender Academy is Japan’s premier destination for mastering Blender and Unreal Engine, offering cutting-edge training that bridges the gap between creative passion and professional excellence.
Launched in September 2025, the academy is part of Sandstorm Studio a Tokyo based powerhouse renowned for its triple A character production, digital human creation, and cinematic CGI artistry.
Whether you're a startup aiming to develop innovative capabilities or an individual aspiring to break into
the 3D design industry, Sandstorm Blender Academy offers the expertise and resources to help you succeed. With a focus on innovation, quality, and real-world application, the academy is poised to lead the way in Blender education in Japan.