EAS 314 - Contemporary Japanese Culture

Institution:

Ursinus College

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Description:

Dr. Mizenko An introduction to contemporary Japanese culture in its socio-historical context from the post-WWII era to the present. Course materials will include fiction, nonfiction, manga, film, anime, and the visual arts. Among the topics typically addressed are Hiroshima and its aftermath, the social impact of economic reconstruction, gender and ethnicity, postmodern identity and society, the environment, technology and cyborgs, education and business, and the continuing search for definitions of what it means to be Japanese. Taught in English; no knowledge of the Japanese language is necessary. Four hours per week. Several required film screenings. Four semester hours. (H, G.)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ursinus.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 409-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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