What is Online Watch Academy
It is a platform where the age-old art of mechanical watchmaking which spanning 700 years, is generously shared with everyone!
Point 1
Learn Anytime, Anywhere
Point 2
Learn the World-Class Proper Technique
Point 3
Ask the instructor on Live Sessions
An English version of the lesson is in preparation. Coming Soon
One Year Course
Watch Repair Fundamental Course
Learn and comprehend the structure of Hand-Winding, Self-Winding
and Basic Watch Repair Techniques
Exam Preparation Available
Lesson Videos(48 lessons in total)
Disassembly
Disassembly
Cleaning
Cleaning
Assembly
Assembly
Operate Disassembly/Assembly techniques on
Hand-Winding and Self-Winding watches through online lessons.
Live Sessions(15 Sessions in total)
Instructors will kindly answer any question you may have about the lesson.
Questions can be submit in advance through video or other formats.
They will be address either during monthly live session or via email for a timely resolution.
Lesson Preview
Learn form Experienced Instructor
who had Raised many Technicians
Principal Instructor
Nobukazu Fujimoto
With over 25 years of repair experience, he taught at a prestigious watchmaking school for more than a decade, introducing over 600 individuals. He is renowned for his clear and through lessons, and notable for his clarity on screen.
For more informationIntroduced in Magazine "Clock Begin".
Watch Begin
2022 Summer issue
Advantages of Online Study:
How to Learn at Our Academy
Study Flow
Practice with Monthly Lesson Videos
The key to improve your skills is to practice repeatedly.
Practice with video lessons until you are satisfied with the result.
Ask Questions
If you encounter any difficulties, feel free to ask questions on our site. Alternatively, you can refer to the FAQ section for solutions to common problem.
Participate in Follow-Up Live Sessions
Your questions will be addressed during our monthly live shows. A recorded archive will also be available, ensuring you don't miss out even if you can't attend.
To next month's lesson schedule
Learning Member Privilege
Special Privileges in addition to Lessons
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Special interview Videos
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Repair Videos
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Online Exchange Event
Option
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Quartz Video
(optional) -
Postal Inspection
Feedback -
Priority for
Overhauls at the
Instructor Workshop
With a passion for watches
anyone can enroll in our course!
Recommended for
- Individuals residing in remote locations or facing challenges attending traditional watchmaking schools
- Aspiring repair professionals or retailers seeking to enhance their skills
- Those seeking guidance on the path to becoming a certified repair technician
- Beginners interested in pursuing mechanical watch repair or disassembly as a hobby
A Diverse Group of Students are
Engaged in our Academy
Student A, in their 60s
"Being able to disassemble, reassemble, and repair watches doubles the fun and deepens my love for timepieces."
Student B, in their 20s
"As a craftsman, I've earned the trust of my customers through the skills I've acquired."
Online Watch Academy
Annual Watch Repair Fundamental Course
Apply Now!
① Watch Repair Fundamental Course Only
Duration: 1 year
Admission fee 11,000 yen + Full Term Fee 198,000 yen
Total: 209,000 yen (tax included)
② Watch Repair Fundamental + Quartz Lesson
Duration: 1 year
Admission fee 11,000 yen + Full Term Fee 198,000 yen
+34,000円
Total: 243,000 yen (tax included)
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
What can I achieve by studying at OWA?
You will be able to understand how a mechanical watch work as well as the overhaul process.
Above all, you can just simply have fun and dive in the magnificant microcosmic world of mechanical watches.
Will it be helpful for studying the National Examination for
Watch Repair Technician Skills Certification?
Yes. As we will be covering the movements that were often test in the first, second, and third level exams, we highly recommend any who are aiming to achieve the qualification. The advantage of online lessons is that you can practice with videos repeatedly.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Absolutely! About half of our students start as beginners. There were also students who were in their 60s that also started as beginners. You are welcome to ask the instructor whenever you have questions.
Will I be able to acquire skills that allow to make it as a side job?
Watch repair is a field that generally takes a long time to become a professional. It depends on what level you consider your work will be. However, there are also people who become professionals just by their passion and love for the mechanical watches. For more information, please contact us at the information session.
Can beginners participate in lessons?
+If you have an interest in watchmaking, whether you are experienced or a beginner, you are warmly welcomed. Our lesson 'Watch Repair Fundamental' is designed with a systematic curriculum so that even beginners can learn from scratch. The lesson videos progress along the steps of watch repair, allowing you to review them at your own pace, ensuring a solid understanding of parts and procedures. Additionally, during the follow-up live sessions held as needed, you can ask questions to the instructor and receive personalized advice.
Is the content suitable for an experienced person?
+Experienced individuals are also very welcome. The first lesson covers the basics of manual-winding and automatic-winding in the 'Watch Repair Fundamental' course. Which provides an opportunity to systematically revisit fundamental techniques.
I do not have tools.
+If you do not have the necessary tools for watch repair, it is important to prepare them in advance. You can purchase the required set of tools from our academy's affiliated company's website. For more information, please visit Here.
Can I use my own tools?
+If you already have the necessary tools for watch repair, please ensure that you have all the tools required for the lesson. If there are any tools missing, please prepare them in advance. You can purchase them from our academy's affiliated company's website. For more information, please visit Here.
What materials will you use?
+In the first lesson, 'Watch Repair Fundamentals' we will be using materials for manual-winding and automatic-winding. It is necessary to prepare these materials in advance. You can purchase the required set of materials from our academy's affiliated company's website. For more information, please visit Here.
Can I participate from a smartphone?
+Our lesson videos are accessible from smartphones, however, we do not recommend it. The lesson videos involve detailed work with small parts, which may not be suitable for viewing on small screens. We recommend viewing the videos on a computer or tablet with a screen size of 10 inches or larger.
What kind environment do I need to prepare?
+To view the videos and live streams, you will need a suitable Wi-Fi environment and specific applications. For more details, please refer to Here.
Payment Methods and Receipts
+The payment methods for sign-up fees and membership fees include credit card payments or bank transfers through our website. Receipts will be automatically issued by the payment system used on our site. Please note that we cannot issue receipts to prevent duplication.
Withdrawal from membership
+If you are considering withdrawing from membership, please contact us on the website. Please note that we do not offer refunds for sigh-up fees or membership fees in case of withdrawal due to member's circumstances. We kindly ask you to review the terms of use and check your digital environment before joining.
Watch Repair Fundamental Course
Video of the Previous Lessons
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