The country’s aesthetics and inventions have spread far. It still remains a singular place.

Convenience stores, ice and whisky first came as U.S. imports. Then, they were reinvented.

As influences that would undermine the development of a strong and unified state, such roles were often perceived as a threat to Japanese culture by conservatives and traditionalists as well as by the ...

Explore a life rooted in traditional Japanese culture, carried with pride into the modern age. From ancient rituals and craftsmanship to everyday practices, this story shows how cultural heritage ...

While no longer an everyday garment, kimonos are still an iconic part of modern Japanese culture. Photograph by Molly Ferrill Visitors who would like to shop for kimono-inspired fashion firsthand ...

You will gain linguistic and cultural fluency to provide expertise on Japanese culture and society. You will also learn valuable historical and social context as well as analytic skills applicable to ...

This immersion introduces students to the language, customs, and cultural aspects (history, art, literature, politics, anthropology, and music) of Japan. The immersion consists of three language ...

as one History and Culture class is offered a semester. Modern Japanese Society (HP/LANG 3151) is offered twice a year, with one of these classes being a study abroad opportunity.

Introduction to listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Japanese and to the culture of Japanese-speaking regions. This course meets three (3) hours per week in the classroom and requires at least ...

Come and discover the great beauty of modern Japan, from the traditional to the ... You will graduate with a firm grasp of what life in Japan is really like and how Japanese culture makes an impact on ...