Course
Title
Instructor

How Japanese people read manga: Cultural Studies
1stSemester

Yusuke YAGI

Wednesday

CourseNumber
3rd Period

V5111

Credit2

Minami osawa

Key words

Manga, Reception theory, Reading technique, Cultural studies

Course Description /ThemeManga, globally enjoyed, is a significant part of Japanese culture. However, much remains
unknown about how the Japanese consume and produce manga. In this class, we will
explore how Japanese individuals grow up with manga, their reading habits, and theartistic process. Understanding the interplay between readers and artists is crucial tograsping manga's essence, so this course aims to deepen appreciation and broaden
perspectives on Japan.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives- Knowledge of manga production and consumption- Understanding of Japanese culture where manga is rampant- Improve understanding of the work of manga

Course Schedule,
Contents

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15.

From what age do Japanese people start interacting with manga?
Where start reading? The World of Panel Layout (1)What is a story? The World of Panel Layout (2)The World of Four-Frame Manga: The Concept of "Kisho-ten-ketsu"
Characters who say nothing: The Importance of Pause in Manga
Paratexts in Manga (1): Japanese Onomatopoeia in Manga
Paratexts in Manga (2): Staging Effects in Manga
Who is making the story? Manga magazines as a cultural form
How is a manga drawn (1): Plotting, Naming, Drafting, and Penwork
How is a manga drawn (2): Digital Work, AI
How is a manga drawn (3): Publishing Format, Manga Industry Workers
How is a manga drawn (4): How to Become a author of manga
How have manga been read? From Rental Bookstores
How are manga read? To animation, Smartphones, and Doujinshi
Conclusion: Manga as an Artistic Expression

Instruction Methods

Lecture & Presentation

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Participants are expected to be active learners, preparing presentations as well as
homework assignments.

Textbooks and/or
References

References and reading materials will be provided in class.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyParticipation (50%), contribution in class (20%), and assignments (30%).

How to contact the
instructor for questions

yusukeyg@gmail.com

Notice for Students

Attendance at every lecture is highly important.

CourseTitle
Instructor

CourseNumberGenres of Japanese Manga: Cultural Studies
2nd
Semester

Yusuke YAGI

Wednesday

3rd Period

V5201

Credit2

Minami osawa

Key words

Manga, Genre, Reception theory, Cultural studies

Course Description /Theme

The widespread success of Japanese manga is often attributed to its diverse range ofgenres. Originating as a form of artistic expression, Japanese manga encompasses a broad
spectrum, ranging from fantastical chivalric tales to narratives centered around theexperience of dining alone. Through an exploration of these varied genres and anunderstanding of the social needs that inspired their creation, this course aims to offer adistinctive perspective on Japanese society.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives-In-depth knowledge of Japanese manga, which is challenging to translate.
-Understanding of manga production and consumption.
-Enhance understanding of Japanese culture through manga representation.

Course Schedule,
Contents

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2.
3.
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6.
7.
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9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.

Introduction: How do Japanese people interact with manga?
Is manga for children? The genre of children's manga
Who is a Shonen? Trends in Shonen Manga
Who is Shojo? Revolutionary Shoujo manga
Does reading manga make you stupid? The Culture Manga Genre
When did Japan stop being Japan? Fantasy Manga
Hierarchy of manga? The genre of publishers
Real adolescent manga
Instead of newspapers? The genre of manga for adults
Special genre lecture: Sports manga
Special genre lecture: Gambling manga
Special genre lecture: Gourmet manga
Special genre lecture: Artistic manga
Special genre lecture: Manga in manga
Is manga an art? Manga as a genre

Instruction Methods

Lecture & Presentation

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Participants are expected to be active learners, preparing presentations as well as
homework assignments.

Textbooks and/or
References

References and reading materials will be provided in class.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyParticipation (50%), contribution in class (20%), and assignments (30%).

How to contact the
instructor for questions

yusukeyg@gmail.com

Notice for Students

Attendance at every lecture is highly important.

Course
Title

From Edo to Tokyo: The Cultural History andModernization of the Japanese Capital (1590-2024)

Instructor

Takako SUZUKI

Key words
Course Description /Theme

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives
Course Schedule,
Contents

Instruction Methods

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom
Textbooks and/or
References

2nd
SemesterFri

CourseNumber
3rd Period

V5245

Credit2

Minami-Osawa

Japan, Japanese culture, sociology, socialization, globalization, history, andmodernization
Tokyo has become a cosmopolitan city today. It is difficult to imagine how life was
150 years ago. Ever since the Meiji Restoration in 1868, Japan underwent a drasticchange of modernization and industrialization. Skyscrapers and automobiles dominate
the landscape. It is also true that traditional Japanese culture still resides in daily
customs and lifestyle. How was it like to be a student 150 years ago? Was it
convenient to live in the neighborhood of Minami-Osawa campus? What did people eat
for lunch? How many days did it take to travel from Tokyo to Kyoto? This class will
focus on the historical background of Tokyo and analyze how cultural values and society
had changed in the process of modernization. In general, this course will discuss
Japanese history, philosophy, and cultural issues from the late seventeenth century to
the twenty first century. Ever since the days of the samurai, Tokyo was a megalopolis.
Traces of the old castle town can be found in various places.
Students will learn Japanese history from the seventeenth century to present.
Through class lectures and discussions students will focus and analyze the influence ofmodernization from their own interests. They will understand the historical context ofJapanese culture and evaluate issues from a broad perspective. Finally, to learn more
about Tokyo and enjoy your stay!
1.

Introduction: A comparison between medieval and early modern Japanesecities of Kyoto, Kamakura, and Edo
2.
Transformation of samurai mentality: The warrior code andmodernization
3.
Education and modernization in Japan from early modern period to the
Meiji era: Domain schools, private academies, Imperial Universities,
sending students abroad and hired foreigners ‘Oyatoi gaikokujin’
4.
Traditional attire, hair style and makeup: dress code and modernization*Paper one due* Education and Modernization
5.
Japanese cuisine 1 Traditional seasonings and noodles
6.
Japanese cuisine 2 Fermented seasonings and sushi
7.
Japanese cuisine 3 Traditional sweets and the Tea ceremony
8.
Gardens, botany and horticulture: Bonsai art and flower arrangement
9.
Pets, Livestock and Animal worship*Paper two due* Traditional lifestyle a topic of your choice10.
Pilgrimage, sight-seeing, and travel in early modern Japan
11.
Railroads and Subway lines (1872-1927): Tokyo the megalopolis
12.
Urban infrastructure and public hygiene: the Tamagawa waterway andsewage system, recycling, second-hand kimono shops etc.
13.
Traditional music, performing arts, urban culture, and the theater:
kabuki, rakugo, bunraku and wood block prints
14.
Reforestation and natural disaster prevention of the Edo period
15.
Final Day: Final presentation discussion and summary of class*Final paper due *Class lectures and group discussions in class.
Reading material for further learning will be provided.
Two short essays (more than 500 to 700 words), a final paper (about 700 to 2,000 wordslong) is scheduled.
According to the number of students, a final presentation may be scheduled.
I will mention historical sites, art exhibitions, and museums in class. Every site will bein the vicinity of Minami Osawa station; within a two-hour train ride. I might plan afield trip for the class.
Textbooks and Reference works
Handouts and PowerPoint slides reading assignments will be provided in class.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyHow to contact the
instructor for questions
Notice for Students

According to the student’s interests, additional sources will be provided if necessary.
Andrew Gordon, A Modern History of Japan, Oxford university press, n2003.
Donald Shivery ed. Tradition and Modernization in Japanese Culture, Princeton
University press, 1971.
Eric Hobsbawm and Terence Ranger eds. The Invention of Tradition , Cambridge
University press, 1983.
T. Fujitani. Splendid Monarchy: Power and Pageant in Modern Japan, University ofCalifornia Press, 1990
Kenneth G. Henshall, A history of Japan: From Stone age to Super Power. Palgrave
Macmillan, 2012.
Louis G. Perez, The History of Japan, Greenwood Press, 2009.
Marius B. Jansen, The Making of Modern Japan, The Belknap Press of Harvard
University Press. 2003.
Patricia Buckley Ebrey, Anne Walthall, James B. Palais eds. East Asia: A Cultural,
Social, and Political History, Houghton and Miffilin Company, 2006.
W.G. Beasley, The Japanese Experience A Short History of Japan, University of California
Press, 2000.
Participation 10% (Attendance, participation, discussion in group works)
Two mid term papers, 40% (20% each)
2,000-word final paper 50% (presentation 20%, final paper 40%)
*Topics for in-class discussion and one page paper will be announced a week in advance.
For your final paper, students will be required to select a topic discussed in class, write areport on the influence of modernization in Japan. Your oral presentation should be thebasis of your conclusion.
Questions are always welcome in class. You can reach me by email or the kibaco system.
Instructor’s email address will be shared on the first day of class.
Furtherannouncements will be made in class as well.
I am planning to approach the history of Tokyo from various angles. I will discuss about
environmental issues, traditional urban planning, and disaster prevention of the Edo
period. Everybody interested in making history, you are welcome.

Course
Title

CourseNumber

The Acceptance of Japanese food in the World

Instructor

Shoko IMAI

1st
SemesterIntensive Course

V5113

Credit2

Minami-Osawa

Key words

Japanese food, food studies, culture, authenticity

Course Description /Theme

Students will firstly understand how Japanese food has been established since themodern era and think about how Japanese food has been introduced to and accepted indifferent places. Looking at some cases in the Americas, Europe and Asia as examples, wewill be learning their local food cultures first then analyzing and evaluating how Japanesefood has been introduced to each place. Then we will be designing how to present
Japanese food to their markets in the future.
Thinking through food that can be one of the most mundane aspects of humans' life,
students will be able to understand Japanese food culture in the world and to analyze themfrom critical points of view. By doing so, students should also be able to deepen theirunderstanding of their own cultural values and food culture.
Students should develop an ability to communicate actively and collaboratively withstudents from various backgrounds.

Knowledge &Abilities students canacquire through theclass
Course objectives
Course Schedule,
Contents

Day 1
Aug.6 (Tue)Introduction to this course
What is food studies? 1: why study food?
What is food studies? 2: food and identity
Food and authenticity

Day 2

History of Japanese food: the Edo period

Aug.7 (Wed)

Film viewing 1: “Jiro’s Dream of Sushi”
History of Japanese food: the Taisho to the Showa period
Film viewing 2: “Tsukiji Wonderland”

Day 3
Aug.8 (Thu)The acceptance of Japanese food in the US: the case of Nobu
The popular Japanese restaurants in the UK: the case of
WAGAMAMA
Film viewing 3: “Washoku Dream”
Japanese cooks in Italy: "transabroad globalization"

Day 4
Aug.9 (Fri)Umami and Japanese food: food experiments and practices
Students group presentation
review* Note: This schedule is subject to change.

Instruction Methods

Lectures, Audiovisual Materials, Group Presentations, Discussions, Field Work andCooking and Sampling food

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Information will be announced by instructor in the first class. Students are required to reada lot of excerpts from academic books and articles, cookbooks, and various materials.

Textbooks and/or
References

Handouts will be provided in class.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyParticipation and contribution to class (30%)
Final group presentation (30%)
Final essay (30%)
In class writing assignments (10%)
Please Email me: shoko.imai@gmail.com

How to contact the
instructor
forquestions
Notice for Students

Attendance and contribution to every class is very important for this course. Even if you
are not a good English speaker, but are interested in food issues, please do not hesitate toconsider taking this course.

CourseTitle
Instructor

CourseNumberInternational Business & Economics 1
Michael LACKTORIN

1st SemesterThu

5th Period

V5112

Credit2

Minami Osawa

Key words
Course Description /Theme

Economics and Business
A series of 15 lectures and discussions centered on theories and practices related tointernational business and economics.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire /Course objectives

Acquire basic understanding of: (1) economic theories underlying various applications ofinternational business; (2) economic, political, legal, and cultural forces that impact
businesses operating outside home markets; and (3) various functions of businessincluding finance, marketing, human resource management, supply chain management,
research and development, and general management, especially in an international
context.

Course Schedule,
Contents

Week 1: Introduction and Overview
Week 2 Globalization
Week 3 National Differences in Political, Economic, and Legal Systems
Week 4 National Differences in Economic Development
Week 5 Differences in Culture
Week 6 Ethics, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Sustainability
Week 7 International Trade Theory
Week 8 Government Policy and International Tradeweek 9 Foreign Direct Investment
Week 10 Regional Economic Integration
Week 11 Foreign Exchange Market
Week 12 Student Presentations
Week 13 Student Presentations
Week 14 Student Presentations
Week 15 Student Presentations
Week 16 Final Exam

Instruction Methods

Lecture / Active Learning

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Students are expected to finish the reading and homework assignments prior to class.
During class, the instructor will call on students to summarize the reading and homeworkassignments. Class sessions will be highly interactive.

Textbook

Hill, Charles. International Business: Competing in the Global Marketplace, 14e(McGraw-Hill, 2023)
The course grade will be based on the instructor’s assessment of student performance inthe following areas: Preparation for class and contributions to class discussion (25%);
Homework assignments (25%); Student presentations (25%); Final exam (25%).

Grading Evaluation
PolicyInstructor contact

mlacktor@gmail.com

Notice for Students

Students should arrive at the classroom 5 minutes prior to the start of class. Attendance
will be taken at the beginning of class. Latecomers will be marked absent. Written
assignments containing plagiarism will be severely penalized.

Course
Title

CourseNumberIntroduction to Japanese Food Culture

Instructor

Sijie WANG

1st
SemesterWed

2nd period

V5115

Credit2

Minami Osawa

Key words

Japanese cuisine, food culture

Course Description /ThemeFood carries the culture of a country, each coury has its own eating habits. For Japanese,they divided their way to eat into 3 categories: “eating out(Gaishoku)”, “cooking athome(Naishoku)” and “between eating out and cooking at home (Nakashoku)”.
This course begins with the history and evolution of Japanese cuisine, addresses Japanesesociety through the study of eating habits. Presents the strategies and genre in Japanesecatering industry. Provides students with a comprehensive understanding of Japanese foodculture.
Students will learn and acquire through this course:- Explain Japanese cuisine’s history and culture.
- Understand and embrace Japanese culture through their food.
- Understand and analyze the Japanese catering industry.
- In-depth knowledge of Japanese cuisine from international perspectives.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

Course Schedule,
Contents

1.
2.
3.
4.
5-6.
7-8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15

Introduction to Japanese food
History and evolution of Japanese cuisine
Japanese food ingredients and culinary art
Japanese eating manners, festive meals and seasonal festival activities
Gaishoku (1) – Know more about Japanese nooddles
Gaishoku (2) – Japanese “Family restaurants”
Gaishoku (3) – Other restaurants in Japan (history and genres)Nakashoku – Japanese pre-made foods
Naishoku (2) – Japanese food retail market
Naishoku (3) – Homemade foods
Naishoku (4) – How Japanese choose and cook foods
Japanese interests in foods: Films, TV shows, etc.
Final Presentation

Instruction Methods

Lecture & Presentation, film.

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Participants are expected to be active learners, preparing presentations as well as
homework assignments.

Textbooks and/or
References

References and reading materials will be provided in class.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyParticipation (contribution in class, assignments) = 20%
Reflection papers on television film= 30%
Final presentation = 50%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

Email: sijiewanglola@163.com

Notice for Students

Attendance at every lecture is highly important.

Course
Title

CourseNumberGlobal History

Instructor

Raku Nagamine

Key words

2ndSemesterThu

3rd Period

V5202

Credit2

Minami-Osawa

Course Schedule,
Contents

Global history, early modern/modern/contemporary periods, colonialism, World War I/II,
the Cold War
This course provides basic knowledge and stories about world history between the 1516th centuries and present days, all of which are based on textbooks introduced by
Japanese high schools and the current scholarship of ‘global history’. The course focuses
mainly on political aspects of the history and interactions which took place between
different countries and regions in line with historical transformations likeindustrialization and modernization.
Students learn not only the long-standing account and more recent understanding ofworld history but also steps different countries have taken towards the current
international relationships: how the European powers established their hegemony overother regions in the modern period, what paved way for the order/disorder of thecontemporary world.
1
Introduction
2
The world in the age of commerce
3
Prosperity of the Asian empires and countries
4
Modern Europe
5
Industrialization in the west
6
The formation of nation states
7
Development of Imperialism: the earlier half of the nineteenth century
8Development of Imperialism: the latter half of the nineteenth century
9
Reformation in various regions of nineteenth-century Asia
10
World War I
11World War II
12
Decolonization
13
Cold War (1)14Cold War (2)15
Globalization of economy and new regional order

Instruction Methods

Lectures and group discussions

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

It is recommended to read corresponding chapters of the relevant literature and tosummarize points of the week in advance.

Textbooks and/or
References

Grading Evaluation
Policy(References)
Ryoji Motomura (ed.), Japanese High School Textbook of the World History, Kodansha,
2017.
R. C. Allen, A Very Short Introduction: Global Economic History, Oxford, 2011.
Other literature is mentioned in class.
Class participation (attendance and questionnaires): 40%
Final report: 60%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

Questions are welcomed in class or on the above-mentioned questionnaires. Students canalso inquire into the course by email.

Notice for Students

This course is designed for international students, those who have studied abroad before,
and those planning to study abroad.

Course Description /Theme

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

CourseTitle

Global Economic History

Instructor

Raku Nagamine

CourseNumber
2nd
SemesterTue

4th Period

V5203

Credit2

Minami-Osawa

Key words

Global economy, industrialization, modernization, colonialism

Course Description /ThemeThis course traces back historical origins of the current global economy drawing mainlyon the work by R. C. Allen, Global Economic History: a Very Short Introduction (2011).
The course focuses on the process in which the western countries established thecommercial hegemony over the world through industrialization and colonialization, andon its dominant influence on the structure of global economy.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

Students learn technical terms and concepts related to the subject, deepen theirunderstanding of the process in which the western counties achieved the industrialization
and ascendancy ahead, and nurture the ability to discuss history in a global context.

Course Schedule,
Contents

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15

Instruction Methods

Lectures and group discussions

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

It is recommended to read corresponding chapters of the relevant literature and tosummarize points of the week in advance.

Textbooks and/or
References

Grading Evaluation
Policy(Textbooks)
R. C. Allen, Global Economic History: a Very Short Introduction, Oxford, 2011.
Idem, The Industrial Revolution: a Very Short Introduction, Oxford, 2017.
A list of references is mentioned in class when necessary.
Class participation (attendance and questionnaires): 40%
Final report: 60%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

Questions are welcomed in class and on the above-mentioned questionnaires. Students
can also inquire into the course by email.

Notice for Students

Introduction
The great divergence
The Pre-Industrial Revolution
The rise of the west
Why the Industrial Revolution was British
The impact on the English society
Consumption culture in a global context
Reform and democracy
The ascent of the rich
The great empire
The Americas
AfricaThe standard model and late industrialization
Big push industrialization
Feedback

CourseTitle

Introduction to Accounting

Instructor

Keishi Fujiyama

Key words
Course Description /Theme

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

CourseNumber
2nd
Semester

Tue

V5247

2nd Period

Credit2

OnlineAccounting, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting
This course provides an introduction to accounting. In practice, accounting is conducted
for external and internal purposes (financial and management accounting, respectively).
Financial accounting is intended to provide information to stakeholders outside acompany such as shareholders and lenders. Management accounting is intended toprovide information to management such as CEOs and division managers. This course
overviews both financial and management accounting.
Students are expected to understand the overview of accounting, both financial andmanagement accounting. They are also expected to become familiar with technicalterminology of accounting, which helps to learn upper-level accounting courses.

Course Schedule,
Contents

1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
11th
12th
13th
14th
15th

Introduction: What is accounting?
Financial accounting 1: Accounting equation
Financial accounting 2: Purposes and principles
Financial accounting 3: Reporting transactions
Financial accounting 4: Balance sheet 1
Financial accounting 5: Balance sheet 2
Financial accounting 6: Balance sheet 3
Financial accounting 7: Income statement
Ratio analysis 1
Ratio analysis 2
Management accounting 1: Cost
Management accounting 2: Decision making
Management accounting 4: Planning and control
Management accounting 5: Capital investment appraisal
Other issues in accounting and summary of this course

Instruction Methods

Online teaching

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

It is better but not necessarily requisite to read reference books with a handout distributed
prior to a class.

Textbooks and/or
References[Textbook]Handouts.
Pauline Weetman, “Financial and Management Accounting: An Introduction,” Pearson
Education Limited.

Grading Evaluation
Policy[References]
Christopher Nobes, “Accounting: A Very Short Introduction,” Oxford University Press.
This short textbook helps beginners grasp the big picture of accounting.
Mid-term quizzes (several times): 30%
Term-end report: 70%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

Please email the instructor. Questions will be answered through emails or virtual
conversation with Zoom.

Notice for Students

CourseTitle
Instructor

CourseNumberInternational Business & Economics 2
Michael LACKTORIN

2nd Semester

Thu

V5204

5th Period

Credit2

Minami Osawa

Key words

Economics and Business

Course Description /Theme

A series of 15 lectures and discussions centered on theories and practices related tointernational BusinessKnowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

Acquire basic understanding of: (1) economic theories underlying various applications ofinternational business; (2) economic, political, legal, and cultural forces that impact
businesses operating outside home markets; and (3) various functions of businessincluding finance, marketing, human resource management, supply chain management,
research and development, and general management, especially in an international
context.

Course Schedule,
Contents

Week 1: Introduction and Overview
Week 2 International Monetary System
Week 3 Global Capital Markets
Week 4 Strategy of International BusinessWeek 5 Organization of International BusinessWeek 6 Entering Developed and Emerging Markets
Week 7 Exporting, Importing, and Countertrade
Week 8 Global Production and Supply Chain Management
Week 9 Global Marketing and Business Analytics
Week 10 Global Human Resource Management
Week 11 Accounting and Finance in the International BusinessWeek 12 Student Presentations
Week 13 Student Presentations
Week 14 Student Presentations
Week 15 Student Presentations
Week 16 Final Exam

Instruction Methods

Lecture / Active Learning

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Students are expected to finish the reading and homework assignments prior to class.
During class, the instructor will call on students to summarize the reading and homeworkassignments. Class sessions will be highly interactive.

Textbook

Hill, Charles. International Business, Competing in the Global Marketplace, 14e(McGraw-Hill, 2023)
The course grade will be based on the instructor’s assessment of student performance inthe following areas: Preparation for class and contributions to class discussion (25%);
Homework assignments (25%); Student presentations (25%); Final exam (25%).

Grading Evaluation
PolicyInstructor contact

mlacktor@gmail.com

Notice for Students

Students should arrive at the classroom 5 minutes prior to the start of class. Attendance
will be taken at the beginning of class. Latecomers will be marked absent. Written
assignments containing plagiarism will be severely penalized.

Course
Title

Changes in Japanese Fashion: Commercial and Trends

Instructor

Sijie WANG

2nd
Semester

Wed

CourseNumber
2nd
periodV5206

Credit2

Minami Osawa

Key words

Fahion, trends, lifesyle, culture, cross-cultural

Course Description /ThemeFashion and lifestyle are closely related. Each country has its own lifestyle, resulting indifferent fashion cultures. This course starts with the evolution of Japanese clothing styles ,leading students to know about the 4 famous designers who have contributed to Japanesefashion, and helping students understand their respective design philosophies as well asstyle concepts. At the same time, students will learn about Japanese lifestyles which fully
demonstrate the Japanese culture and, the Japanese fashion commercial and trends.
Upon completion of this course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding ofJapanese fashion history, Japanese lifestyle and culture.
Trough presentations and discussions, students can discover more Japanese fashion
attitudes by themselves that make them understand and feel the Japanese fashion from a
broad perspective. Finally help them to know more about Japan and enjoy their stay.
1.
Introduction
2.
The evolution of Japanese clothing styles
3.
The history of Japanese fashion(1): Japanese traditional clothing

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives
Course Schedule,
Contents

4.

Instruction Methods

The history of Japanese fashion(2): since when the world recognize Japan as acountry of fashion
5.
Getting philosophical with Yohji Yamamoto: black trough time and space
6.
Understanding of Rei Kawakubo: the art of the in-between
7.
Knowing about Issey Miyake: King of pleats
8.
Entering the colorful world of Kenzo Takada
9.
Presentations of other Japanese fashion icons (presentations by students)
10. Japanese fashion magazines and fashion brands
11. Today’s Japanese fashion trend(1): take a glance trough Japanese lifestyles
12. Today’s Japanese fashion trend(2): design concepts of mass culture (comparison
with other countries)
13. Today’s consumer behavior of fashion industry
14. Strategies of fashion boutiques today : how do they keep their (small) shops?
15. Discussions and presentation
Lecture & Presentation, group discussions.

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Participants are expected to be active learners, preparing presentations as well as
homework assignments.

Textbooks and/or
References

References and reading materials will be provided in class.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyParticipation (contribution in class, assignments) = 20%
Presentation of other Japanese fashion icons = 40%
Final discussions and presentation = 40%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

Email: sijiewanglola@163.com

Notice for Students

Attendance at every lecture is highly important.

CourseTitle
Instructor

Introduction to field survey, a practical way to understandnatureCourseNumberPayandi-Rolland Dahédrey

2nd Period

1st Semester

Wed

V5114

Credit2

Minami-Osawa

Key words

Vegetation survey, soil survey, water survey, analytical tool for survey, fieldtrip

Course Description /Theme

During this class, various ways to observe and understand nature will be introduced to
students. This goes from the vegetation, soil, and water survey to landscape descriptions.
This course only includes 4 lectures and the rest of it is devoted to practical applications of
the knowledge acquired during lectures, in the field. The field survey will be focusing on
Japanese specificities (soils, vegetation, and water management).

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

The main objective of this course is that students will be able to correctly observe andinterpret their surrounding natural environment along with enjoying the Japanese naturalenvironment during fieldtrip.

Course Schedule,
Contents

1.

Instruction Methods

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom
Textbooks and/or
References
Grading Evaluation
PolicyIntroduction &Guidance
2. Lecture 1
How to conduct a vegetation survey
3. Lecture 2
How to conduct a soil survey
4. Lecture 3
How to conduct a water survey
5. Fieldtrip 1
Observation and interpretation of nature (vegetation survey)
6. Fieldtrip 1
Observation and interpretation of nature (vegetation survey)
7. Fieldtrip 1
Observation and interpretation of nature (vegetation survey)
8. Fieldtrip 1
Observation and interpretation of nature (soil survey)
9. Workshop 1
Workshop associated to fieldtrip 1
10. Fieldtrip 2
Observation and interpretation of nature (soil survey)
11. Fieldtrip 2
Observation and interpretation of nature (soil survey)
12. Fieldtrip 2
Observation and interpretation of nature (water survey)
13. Fieldtrip 2
Observation and interpretation of nature (water survey)
14. Workshop 2
Workshop associated to fieldtrip 2
15. Presentations /Examination
Please note that:
Lectures and presentations are held on Wednesday 2nd period.
Fieldtrips are held on Saturday, Sunday or no class-day (this will be determinedwith the students during the Introduction and Guidance session). Fieldtrips consistof visiting greenery areas in the Kanto region.
Workshops can be held on Wednesday 2nd period or during the same day as
fieldtrips.
Fieldtrips and workshops can be done on 2 consecutive days (this will be determinedwith the students during the Introduction & Guidance session).
This course is designed to link the knowledge acquired during lectures to practicalapplications in the field and teamwork reflection during workshops. Furthermore, a reportand presentation on a chosen topic from fieldtrips will be asked as a final examination.
Fieldtrips are an integral part of this class, and they are planned to show students how
they can use what they have learned in class directly in nature.
And in particular, this will be applied to specific Japanese nature.
Purchasing of textbooks is not required. Extra references and reading materials will be
provided in class but are not mandatory for this class, the lectures provided during classare enough.
Participation (attendance and contribution in class) = 20%
Teamwork effort during fieldtrip = 10%
Midterm report/examination = 30%
Final examination = 40%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

e-mail: dahedrey@tmu.ac.jp or directly ask your questions to the instructor: building 8,
floor 8, room 868 (Minami-Osawa Campus).

Notice for Students

The details of the lectures and fieldwork are subject to change depending on the number ofparticipants. Students need to bear the cost of fieldwork such as transportation and else.
Only students enrolled in this course can join fieldtrips.
This course will be conducted in English.

CourseTitle
Instructor

CourseNumberHuman activities and Global warming
Payandi-Rolland Dahédrey

Key words
Course Description /Theme

2nd SemesterWed

2nd period

V5205

Credit2

Minami-Osawa

Rising temperatures, carbon cycle, droughts and flooding, biodiversity decline, climate
refugees
This course gives a comprehensive understanding of global warming’s causes andconsequences, but most importantly about the connections between them. We will also talkabout international and national policies raised against global warming.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

The main objective of this course is that students will be able to understand the current
importance and issues related to global warming and human activities to makewell-informed decisions backed by scientific facts

Course Schedule,
Contents

1.

Instruction Methods

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom
Textbooks and/or
References
Grading Evaluation
PolicyIntroduction &Guidance
2. Lecture 1
What is global warming and climate change
3. Lecture 2
Global warming causes I
4. Lecture 3
Global warming causes II
5. Lecture 4
Global warming consequences I
6. Lecture 5
Global warming consequences II
7. Lecture 6
Global warming consequences III – the plastic issue
8. Lecture 7
International & national efforts to slow and stop global warming
9. Fieldtrip
Visit the structures set up to tackle climate change in Tokyo
10. Fieldtrip
Visit the structures set up to tackle climate change in Tokyo
11. Fieldtrip
Visit the structures set up to tackle climate change in Tokyo
12. Fieldtrip
Visit the structures set up to tackle climate change in Tokyo
13. Workshop
Climate Fresk
14. Workshop
Climate Fresk
15. Presentations /Examination
Please note that:
Lectures, workshops and presentations are held on Wednesday 2nd period.
Fieldtrips can be held on Saturday, Sunday, or no class-day (this will be
determined with the students during the Introduction & Guidance session).
The course uses general lectures along with fieldtrip and a climate Fresk workshop tounderstand the interconnections between global warming and human activities.
Furthermore, a report and presentation on a chosen topic will be asked as a final
examination.
A fieldtrip is planned for student to observe and link the topic of this course to daily life inJapan.
Purchasing of textbooks is not required. Extra references and reading materials will be
provided in class but are not mandatory for this class, the lectures provided during classare enough.
Participation (attendance and contribution in class) = 30%
Midterm examination = 30%
Final examination = 40% (report = 20% and presentation = 20%)

How to contact the
instructor for questions

e-mail: dahedrey@tmu.ac.jp or directly ask your questions to the instructor: building 8,
floor 8, room 868 (Minami-Osawa Campus).

Notice for Students

The details of the lectures and fieldwork are subject to change depending on the number ofparticipants. Students need to bear the cost of fieldwork such as transportation.
Only students enrolled in this course can join fieldtrip.
This course will be conducted in English.

CourseTitle
Instructor

CourseNumberIntroduction to Robotics
Adnan Rachmat Anom Besari
Naoyuki Kubota

2ndSemester

Wed

V5243

1st Period

Credit2

Hino

Key words

Robotics, Control System, Kinematics

Course Description /ThemeThis course will introduce the basic ideas and techniques underlying the design ofrobotic systems. This course has some benefit for any student interested in Robotic
Field, Integration with AI, and designing the robotics systems.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

By the end of this course, students will understand the basic of robotics, sensor, andactuator, how to implement a mathematical model in robot, how to design the robot, tobuild trajectory planning for robot.

Course Schedule,
Contents

Week 1:
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Week 9:Week 10:
Week 11:
Week 12:
Week 13:
Week 14:
Week 15:

Instruction Methods

The lectures note will be provided in PDF format and computer application

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Students will learn how to build a robotic system. Homework and quiz will be given anddiscussed.

Textbooks and/or
References

J. J. Craig, Introduction to robotics. Pearson Educacion, 2006.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyHow to contact the
instructor for questions

Attendance 30%, Midterm report 30%, Final Robot Demonstration 40%

Notice for Students

Introduction to Robotics
Mathematical Basics
Transformation
Forward kinematics
Inverse kinematics I
Inverse kinematics II
Sensors and Actuator
Midterm Test
Practice: control motor
Practice: control motor
Practice: Building arm robot
Practice: Control arm robot
Practice: Building legged robot
Practice: Control legged robot
Final Robot Demostration

Adnan Rachmat Anom Besari: 1-259, Hino Campus, Phone & Fax: 042-585-8441
Naoyuki Kubota: 1-259, Hino Campus, Phone & Fax: 042-585-8441
Email: anom.tmu@gmail.com, kubota@tmu.ac.jp
URL: http://www.sd.tmu.ac.jp/kubota-lab/
No prior AI knowledge students are welcome. This course only deals with some basic
mathematics.

CourseTitle
Instructor

CourseNumberExperimental Photography
Verl Adams

2nd
SemesterTue

3rd Period

V5232

Credit2

Minami-Osawa

Key words

Photography, Art

Course Description /ThemeJapan is a world leader in photographic technology and Tokyo is a major cultural center.
This context presents students with a unique environment in which to explore
photography. This class will offer students an opportunity to develop their own uniqueapproaches to photography by encouraging them to experiment with different
photographic techniques, and to discover its expressive potential.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

By the end of the class students should have a better understanding of photography, andhow it can be used to creatively interpret their environments and explore ideas.

Course Schedule,
Contents

1. Lecture – Class Introduction + Background2. Lecture – Camera Basics + Photography Techniques (*Bring Camera to Class)
3. Lecture – Street Photography (Street Photography Exercise Assigned)
4. Lecture – Tokyo Photography / Photographers
5. Street Photography Exercise Field Work (Free Day)
6. Student Presentations – Street Photography (Photo Essay Assigned)
7. Lecture – Stream of Consciousness, Liminal | Subliminal | Sublime
8. Student Presentations – Photo Essay Topic Introductions
9. Photo Shoot TMU Campus Autumn Colors (*Bring Camera to Class)
10. Student Presentations – TMU Campus Photography Presentations
11. Lecture – Emptiness
12. Lecture – Light
13. Lecture – Liminality
14. Student Presentations – Photo Essays (Group 1)
15. Student Presentations – Photo Essays (Group 2)* Note: This schedule is subject to change.

Instruction Methods

Lectures, Presentations, Critiques

Learning Activities
outside the Classroom

Students will be expected to spend time outside of the classroom taking photographs andimproving their photographic skills and techniques.

Textbooks and/or
References

There is no textbook for this class. Students will be expected to research precedents fortheir work.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyHow to contact the
instructor for questions

Attendance / Participation / Preparedness: 40%
Photographic Work: 60%
Email: adams.tmu@gmail.com

Notice for Students*Students must have their own camera that they can use during the class. (A smartphone
camera is also acceptable if another camera is not available.)*This class will be taught in English.

Course
Title

CourseNumberIntroduction to Artificial Intelligence

Instructor

Wei Hong Chin
Naoyuki Kubota

Key words

2nd Semester

Wed

V5226

2nd Period

Credit2

Hino

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

Course Description /ThemeThis course will introduce the basic ideas and techniques underlying the design ofintelligent computer systems. A specific emphasis will be on the machine learning,statistical, and decision-theoretic modeling paradigm.

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

By the end of this course, students will understand the basis of autonomous agents that
efficiently make decisions in fully informed, partially observable and adversarial
settings. The techniques students learn in this course are applied to a wide variety ofartificial intelligence problems and will serve as the foundation for further study in any
application area students choose to pursue.

Course Schedule,
Contents

Week 1:
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4:
Week 5:
Week 6:
Week 7:
Week 8:
Week 9:Week 10:
Week 11:
Week 12:
Week 13:
Week 14:
Week 15:

Instruction Methods

The lectures note will be provided in PDF format

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Students will learn how to build AI models with python programming for solving different
tasks. Homework and quiz will be given and discussed.

Textbooks and/or
References

Russell & Norvig, Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach, 3rd Ed. 2009.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyAttendance 30%, Assignments/Homework 30%, Final Report/Exam 40%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

Wei Hong Chin: 1-259, Hino Campus, Phone & Fax: 042-585-8441
Naoyuki Kubota: 1-259, Hino Campus, Phone & Fax: 042-585-8441
Email: weihong@tmu.ac.jp, kubota@tmu.ac.jp
URL: http://www.sd.tmu.ac.jp/kubota-lab/
No prior AI knowledge and programming students are welcome. This course only deals
with some basic mathematics.

Notice for Students

Introduction to AI
Search I
Search II
Markov Decision Process I
Markov Decision Process II
Reinforcement Learning I
Reinforcement Learning II
Midterm Assignment
Machine Learning I
Machine Learning II
Unsupervised Learning I
Unsupervised Learning II
Future of A.I.
Exam/Report Preparation
Final Report Submission/ExamCourseTitle

Japanese Mosaic: Understanding Japan through Films

Instructor

Senjo NAKAI

1st
SemesterTue.

CourseNumber
4th Period

V5127

Credit2

Minami-Osawa Campus

Key words

Japan, cinema, society, postwar

Course Description /ThemeThis course provides an immersive introduction to the captivating world of popular
Japanese cinema, with an emphasis on mainstream films that appeal to a broad audience,
rather than a select group of critics and connoisseurs. The carefully selected films, although
not widely known internationally, offer a unique perspective into the beliefs, norms, values,
tastes, and emotions of local audiences. Students are expected not merely to enjoy thesefilms, but to critically analyze them under the guidance of the instructor, deepening theirunderstanding of contemporary Japanese society and its people.
*Content Warning: Please be aware that some films in this course may contain strong
language, violence, and nudity, and are recommended for mature viewers.
*This course is longer than normal courses because the majority of the films in this course
run longer than the 1.5-hour class period.
 Familiarize with Contemporary Japanese Cinema: Students will become familiarizedwith a wide range of genres and periods in contemporary Japanese cinema. They will
explore the unique storytelling techniques, visual styles, and themes that characterizethese films.
 Understand Key Social Issues in Postwar Japan: Through the lens of popular cinema,
students will gain insights into key issues in Japanese society, such as family dynamics,
bureaucracy, international relations, masculinity, media and technology, consumption,and modernization. This includes understanding the role and representation of art,
family dynamics, political structures, gender norms, media influence, religious beliefs,
and economic factors in Japanese society.
 Critical Analysis of Films: Students will develop the ability to critically analyze films,
and deepen their understanding of the beliefs, norms, values, tastes, and sentiments ofJapanese audiences.
Introduction to the Course & Student Assignments
1
Jun Ichikawa’s Tony Takitani (2004)
2
3
Consumption, Identity and Emotional Precarity
4
Kon Satoshi’s Paprika (2007)
5
The Theme of Transformation in Japanese Dramas
6
Mamoru Oshii’s Patlabor 2: The Movie (1993)
7
The Politics of Frustration in the Postwar Japan
8
Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Cure (1997)
9Soundscape in Cinema
10 Hideo Nakata’s Ringu (1998)
11 Moral Dimension of Witnessing in Information Society
12 Jōji Matsuoka’s Midnight Diner (2016)
13 Solace in the City
14 Guest Speaker
15 Course Summary and Reflection

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

Course Schedule,
Contents

Instruction Methods

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

This class will employ mixed instructions of viewing, lecture, student presentations, anddiscussion. After viewing each film, students will review basic information about the film
and key social issues addressed in the film. The initial viewing session will be followed bydiscussion by nominated students. (Presenters will be assigned for each film in the firstclass.)
Students are required to spend a minimum of two hours per week outside of the classroom
to review the material prior to each class session. All of the readings are available on
Kibaco, and all of the DVDs are available in the Audiovisual Building. Because some of thefilms covered in this course run longer than the 1.5 hour class period, students must watch
the entire film at TMU's Audio and Visual Center (see BLDG 12 on the campus map), or
via online platforms.

Textbooks and/or
References

Course materials will be distributed to students in the first class meeting.

Grading Evaluation
PolicySuccessful completion of this course requires: (1) a student presentation, (2) classattendance & participation, and (3) timely submission of assignments.
30% A group presentation in response to the questions on the worksheet.
30% Class participation (i.e., attendance, and active engagement in discussions with otherstudents and with the instructor).
40% A 2,000-word written reflection.
To make an appointment to meet with the instructor in person or virtually, please send an
e-mail to nasenjo@tmu.ac.jp.

How to contact the
instructor
forquestions
Notice for Students

Course
Title

CourseNumberIntroduction to Japanese Studies 1

Instructor

L. Sasaki,
E. Ranaweerage,
S. Nakai

1st
Semester

Thu

V5121

2ndPeriod

Credits

2

Minami Osawa

Key words

Japan, Tokyo, , interdisciplinary approach, various perspectives, field work, workshop

Course Description /Theme

In this course, students will have opportunities to explore some exclusive aspects ofJapan and Tokyo from an academic perspective.
In the 1st semester, we look into three topics:
1. Satoyama: Japanese traditional rural landscapes
2. Tokyo: nature-based tourism
3. Sadō: traditional Japanese tea ceremony

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

Through this course, students will learn and acquire: Basic knowledge of unique aspects of Japan’s / Tokyo’s natural environment, history,society, culture, economy or technology.
 Deep insights into some aspects of Japanese culture.
・Comprehensive understanding of the specific topics.

Course Schedule,
Contents

1. Guidance
2. Lecture 1
3. Field trip
4. Lecture 2
5. Field trip
6. Lecture 3
7. Workshop
8. Presentations
9. Presentations
10. Presentations

Japanese Natural Environment and Satoyama (Sasaki)
Kawasaki Minka En traditional farmhouse museum (Sasaki)
Tokyo: nature-based tourism (Ranaweerage)
Takao san mountain hike (Ranaweerage)
Sadō: traditional Japanese tea ceremony (Nakai)Sadō workshop (Nakai)Student individual presentations 1
Student individual presentations 2
Student individual presentations 3
Conclusions and recommendations

Please note that:- lectures and presentations are held once a month, Thursday 2nd period- field trips/workshops are held on Saturdays, Sundays, or no-class days.
The detailed schedule will be provided at the introductory session.
Instruction Methods

Each topic contains three components:- lecture by a faculty member or an expert to provide basic knowledge on the topic.
- field trip to places relevant to the topic (depending on the topic, students conduct
research activities such as interviews or observation) or workshops for a deeper
understanding of the situation- student output: based on the lecture and fieldwork/workshop, students give an
individual presentation and submit the term paper on a topic of their choice from among
the three.

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Field work/workshops are an integral part of this class.
Outside the classroom, students are required to read and summarize the assigned texts
in preparation for class discussion, prepare the presentation and the term paper on a
topic of their choice from among the three.

Textbooks and/or
References

References and reading materials will be provided in class or on kibaco.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyParticipation (contribution to class discussion, assignments) = 30%
3 reaction papers (1 for each topic) = 30%
Presentation = 20%
Term paper = 20%

How to contact the
instructor for questions

Contact instructors by e-mail:lisasaki@tmu.ac.jp
nasenjo@tmu.ac.jp

Notice for Students

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

eranga-r@tmu.ac.jp

Language requirements for non-native English speakers: the equivalent of CEFR B2
recommended.
The details of the lectures and fieldwork are subject to change depending on thenumber of participants
All students are required to attend the first day of class. Those who missed the firstday of class are NOT eligible to take the course.
Due to the original format of this class, we require full attendance.
Participants bear the cost of fieldwork/workshops, such as transportation, admission
tickets, etc.

Course
Title

CourseNumberIntroduction to Japanese Studies 2

Instructor

L. Sasaki, D. Ito,
R. Yoshioka

2ndSemesterThu

2nd Period

V5237

Credits

Minami Osawa

Key words

Japan, Tokyo, interdisciplinary approach, various perspectives, field work, workshop

Course Description /Theme

In this course, students will have opportunities to explore some exclusive aspects ofJapan and Tokyo from an academic perspective.
In the 2nd semester, we look into three topics:
1. Shodo: traditional Japanese calligraphy
2. Japanese diaspora and Nikkei communities
3. Ikebana: traditional Japanese flower arrangement

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

Through this course, students will learn and acquire: Basic knowledge of unique aspects of Japan’s / Tokyo’s natural environment, history,society, culture, economy or technology.
 Deep insights into some aspects of Japanese culture.
・Comprehensive understanding of the specific topics.

Course Schedule,
Contents

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Guidance
Lecture 1
Workshop 1
Workshop 2
Lecture 2
Field trip 2
Lecture 3

8. Workshop 3
9. Presentations
10. Presentations
11.

Instruction Methods

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

Textbooks and/or
References
Grading Evaluation
PolicyHow to contact the
instructor
forquestions2

Shodo: Japanese traditional calligraphy (Ito, Hashimoto)
Shodo workshop 1 @TMU campus (Ito, Hashimoto)
Shodo workshop 2 @TMU campus (Ito, Hashimoto)Japanese diaspora and Nikkei communities (Yoshiy)
Yokohama Museum of Japanese Emigration (Yoshiy)
Ikebana: Japanese traditional flower arrangement(Sasaki, Oyamada)
Ikebana workshop @ Ohara Ryu Hall (Sasaki, Oyamada)Student presentations 1
Student presentations 2
Student presentations 3
Conclusions and recommendations

Please note that- lectures and presentations are held on Thursday 2nd period,- field trips are held on Saturdays, Sundays, or no-class days.
The detailed schedule will be provided at the introductory session.
Each topic contains three components:- lecture by a faculty member or an expert to provide basic knowledge on the topic.
- field trip to places relevant to the topic, for a deeper understanding of the situation(depending on the topic, students conduct research activities such as interviews orobservation)- student output: based on the lecture and fieldwork, students give one presentation andsubmit the term paper on a topic of their choice.
Field work/workshops are an integral part of this class.
Outside the classroom, students are required to read and summarize the assigned texts in
preparation for class discussion, prepare the presentation and the term paper on a topic
of their choice from among the three.
References and reading materials will be provided in class or on kibaco.
Participation (contribution to class discussion, assignments) = 30%
3 reaction papers (one for each topic) = 30%
Presentation = 20%
Term paper = 20%
Contact instructors by e-mail:lisasaki@tmu.ac.jp
dito@tmu.ac.jp
yoshiy@tmu.ac.jp

Notice for Students

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Language requirements for non-native English speakers: the equivalent of CEFR B2
is recommended.
The details of the lectures and fieldwork are subject to change depending on thenumber of participants.
All students are required to attend the first day of class. Those who missed the firstday of class are NOT eligible to take the course.
Due to the original format of this class, we require full attendance. In case of(motivated) absence, students have to submit additional assignments.
Participants bear the cost of fieldwork/workshops, such as transportation, admission
tickets, etc.

CourseTitle

Tokyo as a Tourism Metropolis

Instructor

Eranga Ranaweerage

Key words
Course Description /Theme

Knowledge & Abilitiesstudents can acquire
through the class
Course objectives

Course Schedule,
Contents

CourseNumber
2nd
SemesterWed

2nd Period

V5246

Credit2（Minami-Osawa Campus）

Tokyo, Metropolitan Area, Tourism Resources, Nature-based tourism, Culture-based
tourism, Global cities
This course examines Tokyo as a tourism metropolis through the approaches of regional
geography with a focus on the tourism resources and its distribution in the metropolitan
area. Several case studies on Tokyo’s culture, natural environment, and socio-economic
environment that have become resources for tourism will be introduced and discussed to
identify different forms of tourism in Tokyo. Tokyo’s tourism will be studied in comparison
with several other global cities of the world to identify the unique characteristics of Tokyo
as a tourism metropolis.
Upon completion of this course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding ofTokyo’sTourism resources and its distribution
Main forms of metropolitan tourism
Evolution and development as a global city
Status as a tourism metropolis and future prospective

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9~10

Concepts and approaches: Regional Geography, Metropolitan Tourism
Tokyo’s geographic characteristics and spatial scale
Overview of Tokyo’s socio-economic environment and history
Overview of Tokyo’s natural environment
Distribution and diversity of Tokyo’s tourism resources
Evolution of Tokyo as a global city
Tokyo’s tourism strategies, tourism status
Tokyo Olympics and tourism development
Culture based tourism in Tokyo (traditional and modern shopping
districts, Edo culture, tower-based tourism)

11~12Tokyo’s Islands and mountains as resources for nature-based tourism(Cases of Ogasawara Islands and Mt. Takao)

13.
14.
15.

Rural tourism in Tokyo (urban farming-based recreation)
Post pandemic tourism trends in Tokyo
Conclusion

Instruction Methods

The course consists of lectures, class discussion, group work and student presentations

Learning
Activities
outside the Classroom

The students are expected to:- read the assigned texts- watch recommended documentaries- prepare individual/group presentations (depending on the number of students)- submit one report/poster

Textbooks and/or
References

Purchasing of textbooks is not required. Handouts/ class materials will be provided before
each lecture.

Grading Evaluation
PolicyComprehensive evaluation based on class participation (20%), individual/grouppresentation (40%), and the results of reports (40%).

How to contact the
instructor for questions

No scheduled office hour, contact Dr. Eranga via e-mail for inquiries (eranga-r@tmu.ac.jp)

Notice for Students

This course is designed for exchange students at Tokyo Metropolitan University.