Nail Assessment
Read the natural nail and choose techniques with care.
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Professional Japanese gel education rooted in precision, natural nail care, and real salon experience.
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Our philosophy
Rooted in Japanese Technique. Refined Through NYC Salon Experience.
Rooted in Japanese nail-care philosophy, our training combines six years of hands-on salon experience with over a decade of professional nail expertise from Tokyo, Japan. Learn practical, salon-tested techniques and systems that prioritize consistent results, natural nail health, precise application.
Our approach
A Natural Nail-First Approach
Cuticle Care
Build control through deliberate, considered cuticle work.
Structured Overlay Gel
Develop balanced structure for daily salon services.
Natural Nail Care
Practice techniques designed to respect the natural nail, not just extension.
Our Education Tiers
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Customize to Assist Your Success
Basic
Build a precise foundation in natural nail care and Japanese gel fundamentals.
- Nail anatomy
- Product knowledge
- E-file fundamentals
- Japanese cuticle care
- Shaping and base application
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Professional
Strengthen salon-ready assessment and structured application skills.
- Nail assessment
- Japanese pocket technique
- Structured gel
- Sculpting and shaping
- Color application
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Advanced
Refine advanced control, extension methods, and nail architecture.
- Thin-layer preservation
- Advanced e-file control
- Form extensions
- Nail architecture
- Refinement
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Your Education. Your Next Step.
Choose Your Level
Select the level that fits your experience.
Select Your Learning Focus
Share the techniques you would like to develop.
Schedule Your Seminar
Scheduling details will be confirmed with you.
Learn & Practice
Learn core methods and practice with guidance.
Complete Your Assessment
Assessment requirements will be shared before enrollment.
Meet your educators
Learn From Experienced Professionals
Miyuki
Educator
Based in Tokyo, Miyuki Ishiyama is a JNA-certified instructor and award-winning nail artist specializing in acrylic sculpting and nail extensions. She has earned multiple first-place titles at major Japanese nail competitions, including the 2025 Progress Nail Competition and 2024 Asia Cup, bringing championship-level precision and Japanese technical expertise to professional nail education.
Diku
Educator
With 10+ years of experience as a nail technician and salon manager in NYC, Diku specializes in builder gel application and complex nail design. · She has trained more than 20 nail technicians, supporting their technical development and transition into professional salon practice.
Michelle
Educator
With over 10 years of experience in the beauty industry, Michelle specializes in advanced nail artistry, clinical pedicure techniques, and professional beauty education. Her background in salon management, technical training, and beauty product development brings a multidisciplinary approach to nail education.
Learning outcomes
Beyond Certification
Technical confidence
Practice methods with a clear technical foundation.
Consistent results
Build repeatable habits for salon services. Learn practical salon system.
Better assessment
Make informed decisions for each natural nail.
Refined application
Improve control through focused technique practice.
Professional development
Continue developing your craft through structured learning.
Seminar Information
| Seminar details | Basic | Professional | Advanced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Duration | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Curriculum focus | Foundations and natural nail care | Assessment and structured gel | Preservation and architecture |
| Materials | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Assessment and benefits | Requirements and benefits to be confirmed | Requirements and benefits to be confirmed | Requirements and benefits to be confirmed |
| Enrollment | Inquire about this level | Inquire about this level | Inquire about this level |
Become an Educator
Complete all three seminar levels before applying for educator examination. Teaching authorization requires separate assessment and approval; completing the seminars does not guarantee authorization.
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Complete Basic, Professional, and Advanced
02
Complete educator examination
03
Receive authorization after approval
Questions
FAQs
What are the prerequisites?
Prerequisites vary by level. Please confirm eligibility with the education team before booking.
How do I schedule a seminar?
Scheduling options will be shared once dates and format are confirmed.
What does certification mean?
Certification requirements and scope will be explained before enrollment. Completion does not imply educator authorization.
Are materials included?
Materials and any required tools will be confirmed for each seminar.
How are assessments conducted?
Assessment format and requirements will be provided before booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
The cancellation and rescheduling policy will be provided before enrollment.
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Explore professional Japanese gel education designed for real salon practice.
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