Course Details
Country:
Japan
Institution:
Nagoya University of Foreign Studies
Course Title:
Japan Studies 202 (Cultural)
Course Number:
202
Course Description:
The course will involve learning about different aspects of traditional and contemporary Japan from the perspective of tourism. Rather than focusing on well-known themes in traditional Japan such as sumo, sake or the samurai culture, students in this course will try to understand the diverse nature of the culture(s) of the Japanese Archipelago. The themes covered in the course will include Japanʼs regional diversity, nature and wildlife of Japan, and cultural sites and traditions enjoyed by both Japanese and overseas visitors. Students will be expected to prepare each week before class for 180 minutes. The course will be taught entirely in English. Students will first read newspaper or magazine articles or book excerpts or watch videos focusing on a certain aspect of Japan. These activities will then be followed by discussions or pair/group work. Students will be expected to do individual or group research on a selected topic related
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
Pending For Approval
Attachment Files:
202.pdf
