Instructor: Dr. Rebecca Copeland

Office: 124-G Busch Hall

Phone: 935-4903

Office hours: Tuesday 1:00-3:00

Graduate Assistant: Christopher A. Born

This course provides an introduction to Japanese Civilization, from its inception to the twenty-first century. The approach is multidisciplinary, examining the development of Japanese religion, literary arts, political institutions, and social values. The first half of the course will explore the historical and cultural underpinnings of Japan. In the second half we will focus on contemporary themes and issues: education, gender roles, minorities, popular trends, and Japan’s view of itself in the world at large.