Our Team



Hayato
New York-trained techniques and over 25 years of experience
Music producer
Vocal Coach
Artist
Member of NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing)
Associate member of the Japan Laryngological Association (JLA)
In 2000, after graduating from high school, he moved to New York alone. He studied vocals, piano, and composition at a music college in Queens, and in 2004 graduated from the Institute of Audio Research (IAR), which has produced many hit makers such as Benny Blanco.
He began his career as a recording engineer at Bushwick Studio in Brooklyn, then launched his own label and produced and released music for many artists.
After returning to Japan, she has been active as an artist, participating in Hello! Project productions and releasing songs on major domestic labels. She also has a wealth of experience as a vocal coach, having served as head instructor at a major school. She contributes to the development of the next generation of artists from both an educational and on-the-job perspective.
Furthermore, we are members of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), a global network of singing instructors, and the Japan Laryngological Association (JLA), and are constantly updating our knowledge and techniques to meet international standards.
About the studio "VOCOLAB"
Study the science of voice and make your dreams come true.
東京・中目黒のヴォーカルスタジオ
With 25 years of experience and international teaching knowledge, he established his own studio, VOCOLAB, in Nakameguro, Tokyo.
VOCOLAB uses scientific approaches such as anatomy, phonetics, and vocalization to provide individually optimized voice training for all voice professionals, including artists, voice actors, actors, and narrators.
Main achievements
Music Production
He launched his own label in New York and produces and releases music from both domestic and international artists.
Participated as an artist in Hello! Project and other projects.
Released songs as a solo artist from a major domestic label
Guidance/Education
As a head instructor at a major vocal school, he has guided many artists to their debut.
Guidance for voice actors, actors, narrators, singers, and more, regardless of genre
Member of NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing) and adopts international standard methods
We offer a scientific curriculum based on anatomy, phonetics, and vocalization.
Direction and Other
2016 Takamadonomiya Trophy Fencing World Cup Production Producer
We handle a wide range of activities, including stage production, live support, and audition preparation.
client
Avex Inc., STARTO ENTERTAINMENT Inc., Sony Music Entertainment Inc., JVCKENWOOD Victor Entertainment Corporation, Universal Music LLC, Yoshimoto Kogyo Co., Ltd., Nippon Television Network Corporation, TBS Television, Inc., Fuji Television Network, Inc., TV Asahi Corporation, TV Tokyo Corporation, etc.

Three
Born in Hiroshima Prefecture.
While attending a vocational school in Osaka, he joined a music talent agency and continued to work energetically as both a solo artist and in a band, including performing live at the Osaka Dome (now Kyocera Dome).
He currently coaches vocalists active in a variety of fields, including major debut artists, voice actors, actors, and models.
I love the thoughtful lessons I have with my students!
There are students who audition and perform every day, and students who attend classes while working.
And there are students who come to us because they want to enrich their daily lives through their hobbies.
There are many different reasons for taking voice training, and one of the great things about it is that you can start at any age as long as you have the desire and motivation to do it!
I enjoy my lessons every day so that I can learn a lot and share a lot of energy with others!

Rio
I have 12 years of experience as a voice trainer and am active in musicals, choruses, demo singers, and as a studio musician, while also focusing on teaching based on phonetics.
He has extensive teaching experience, teaching over 1000 hours a year.
I am mainly in charge of singing instruction for stage plays and musicals, and provide vocal training and instruction on how to use your voice to actors from Shiki Theatre Company, performers in Horipro and Toho musicals, performers in 2.5-dimensional musicals, voice actors, actors, major artists, idol groups, and others.
We provide specific and accurate training to resolve any throat problems you may have depending on your individual voice type, and cultivate the ability to sing healthily and freely. We also provide support for voice problems and voice development, so please feel free to contact us for any consultations.
We also teach using the Hollywood method of Speech Level Singing (SLS), which has been used by many Grammy Award winning singers.

Minoru Kushida
He started listening to music at the age of 15, and after graduating from high school, he began working as a support musician.
As a bassist, he receives requests from all over the country, mainly from Tokyo and Osaka, and is actively involved in live shows, concerts, and tours.
After that, he began composing using DTM in pursuit of further possibilities in music.
His style of playing all the instruments in a band, including guitar, drums, and bass, was highly praised, and he was selected as a light music instructor at a public high school in Kanagawa Prefecture. He has lectured at several public schools.
Based on each student's level of growth and understanding, he teaches them the techniques and theories to take them to the next step, and during his time as a lecturer he has led many bands to win prizes in competitions.
If you've just started playing an instrument or feel like your playing skills are not improving, please contact us. We will help you develop your personality through teaching methods tailored to each student, and together we will pursue a unique sound that is unique to you as an artist!

Nayu
A unique voice trainer with a science background, modeling experience, and an active artist!
She learned piano from a young age and went on to study at a science university with the goal of becoming a mathematics teacher.
At the same time, he could not forget his passion for music and decided to pursue a career in singing.
After starting voice training, she began working as a model in addition to her activities as an artist (experienced in a wide range of genres, including portraits, kimonos, 12-layered kimonos, and lingerie).
Since 2023, she has been active as a singer in a wide range of fields, including performing in theater companies, street performances, television appearances, and winning auditions.
That's why I started working as a voice trainer in 2024.
\What is important in lessons/
It's not just about "singing well"
My top priority is to love my own voice and to enjoy singing.
Whether you're chasing your dreams or just enjoying a hobby,
We will bring out the charm of your voice through lessons tailored to you!
Music only has meaning if you enjoy it
Let's find your unique singing voice together!


SAKURA
From an early age, he began studying music in various fields, including piano, brass band, and Japanese drums.
During her student days, she studied dance, ballet, singing, etc., and after graduating from a music college, she worked as a voice trainer for 20 years, providing voice training, singing instruction, and musical instrument performance instruction.
In addition to teaching gospel choirs and choruses, he also teaches not only singing but also speeches and public speaking.
He currently coaches a public elementary school brass band, using performance instruction that utilizes voice training, and has led the band to a gold medal at the national competition.
He is also active as a Japanese drummer and is a member of a professional team.
[Lessons in charge]
・Voice training for beginners (from children to adults), singing instruction ・Level-up lessons for intermediate to professional aspiring players ・Individual lessons for wind and percussion instrument players ・Speech lessons and other similar lessons are also available
~Message~
To use your voice is to face yourself. From children to adults, we offer personalized lessons to help you bring out the voice and sound that makes you shine the most.
Please feel free to consult us about any concerns you may have regarding your voice, singing, or performance.



