JAPANESE 341

Japanese Popular Culture since 1945

Description

Examines post-1945 Japanese popular culture such as manga, anime, music and literature, from the perspective of how they have dealt with issues such as national/cultural identity, 'race', war memory, gender and globalisation. The historical and political context of each text and cultural practice is emphasised. No knowledge of Japanese language required.

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

Availability 2025

Not offered in 2025; planned for 2026

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Rumi Sakamoto

Points

JAPANESE 341: 15 points

Prerequisites

JAPANESE 150 and 45 points at Stage II in Japanese including one of JAPANESE 240, 243, 270,  HISTORY 242, or 30 points at Stage II in Asian Studies

Restrictions

JAPANESE 241