JAPANESE 150

Exploring Japan

Description

Covers Japanese history, culture and society from the seventeenth century to the contemporary period, and serves as an introduction to Japan. Deals with such diverse topics as Japan under the Shoguns, Japan’s modernisation, the modern political system, Japan’s position in the world, popular culture, social structures and gender relations. No knowledge of the Japanese language is required.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline. 
 
Digital Course Outlines for 2025 will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2025

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Rumi Sakamoto

Reading/Texts

Readings will be available through CANVAS/Talis via Modules.

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

JAPANESE 150: 15 points