Course Details
Country:
Japan
Institution:
Akita International University
Course Title:
2025 Introduction to Japanese Society
Course Number:
2025 JAS250
Course Description:
This course provides an overview of contemporary Japanese society and culture from sociological point of view. It also offers an exploration of numerous questions towards modern Japanese society. What is Japanese society? Is there anything uniquely Japanese? How can we study and analyze Japanese society? How do non-Japanese and Japanese themselves view Japanese people and society? How are Japanese values and beliefs manifested in Japan? Is the idea of “homogeneous Japan” a myth or reality? We attempt to explore these questions at micro and macro levels with sociological analysis. We will examine a variety of topics, from Japanese family, schooling and education system, work and employment, art and entertainments, and politics.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
JAPA 240
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