An historical examination of Japan after the Tokugawa era. Key historical trends include the transition from feudal to modern economic organization, the rise of nationalism, three major wars during the Meiji and Showa periods, crushing defeat in WWI, and postwar developments in economics, attitudes, politics, and religion. Two 90-minute classes per week. A comparison and contrast of outlooks, behaviors, images, and ideals in the two societies. The professor is an American who has lived in Japan for more than 20 years.
All instruction is in English.
Two 90-minute classes per week. The course will focus on welfare in Japan and is a series of lectures with a different lecturer each time. Conducted through an interpreter. Two 90-minute classes per week. This course will help students become more aware of and understand the increasing environmental issues and problems which confront us and explore some possible solutions.