History and Traditions/歴史と伝統の広がり

Unfolding the Rich Tapestry of
Japanese History and Tradition

The Fascination of Classical Japanese Literature and Performing Arts, the Exquisiteness of Japanese Arts and Crafts, and the History of Interaction with Other Cultures. The program offers an opportunity to study Japanese culture from various perspectives, including the fascination of classical Japanese literature and performing arts, the exquisiteness of arts and crafts, and the history of exchange with other cultures. It also allows for a deeper understanding of Japanese history and traditions.

Introducing the history of modern architecture in Japan, using Chiba's architecture as a concrete example

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A history of modern architecture in Japan, through examples from Chiba prefecture
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Learn about the wind god Fujin and the thunder god Raijin

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How Fujin and Raijin Arrived in Japan
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Examine the evolution of books and reading in Japan and its relationship with the common people, the development of printing technology, and changes in reading due to AI

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Books and Reading in Japan: Past, Present, and Future
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History of the Ninja and Transition of the Ninja Image

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Ninja and Ninjutsu in Japanese History and Culture
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Learn about modern Japan’s exploratory activities in Asia

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The Japan’s Survey Activities in Wide-Area of Asia at the beginning of the 20th Century
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Exploring Ancient Japan from Various Angles through Fudoki

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Fudoki: A Geography Connecting Ancient Japan to Today
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Cultural Exchange and Barriers between Japan and China

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Cultural Exchange and Barriers between Japan and China-focusing on Language Differences-
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Japanese-American cultural exchange in historical context

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US-Japan Cultural Interactions in History
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Thought, Faith, and Martial Arts/心と身体の文化論

Lectures on Japanese Culture:
Thought, Faith, and Martial Arts

Japanese thought and philosophy, traditional religions such as Shinto and Japanese Buddhism that have long been followed in Japanese history, and the exquisite physical culture of Japanese martial arts. By studying these subjects, learners can deepen their understanding of the Japanese thought, faith, and martial arts.

Learn Religious diversity and community in intercultural education

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Religious diversity and community in intercultural education
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Kata as methodological tool complementing scientific methodology

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Kata (型・形) in Japanese Traditional Martial Arts as methodological tool complementing scientific methodology
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Learn the historical development of the Japanese martial Arts

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The Historical Development of the Japanese Martial Arts
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Learn about Shintoism and Japanese culture through “Harae” Purification

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“Harae” Purification and Shinto
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Exploring how religion, literature, and arts intersect in medieval Buddhist rituals

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Invitation to Buddhist Rituals: Classical Literature and Buddhist Rituals
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Think critically about what it means to "learn" about a country

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A Critical Introduction to the Study of Japan
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This lecture will introduce the Japanese culture around the tatami

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Learning Japanese Culture through Judo
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This course is an introduction to critical approaches to religion in contemporary Japan

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A Critical Introduction to Religion in Japan
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Society and Lifestyle/日本社会と生活文化

Explore Japanese Society
and Lifestyle Culture

By studying research on Japanese society, including topics such as the modern family and regional depopulation, and learning about Japan's diverse regional cultures and lifestyles, you can gain a deeper understanding of Japan.

Learn Establishment of the Modern Family and Its Social Background

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Establishment of the Modern Family and Its Social Background
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Study the history of the development of Japanese baseball and soccer, as well as issues and measures for regional sports

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Development and Current Status of Sports in Japan
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The first of a three-part course on sake and "Sakeology"

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Learn about Sakeology (1): Overview of Sakeology and Sake Brewing
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Challenges in the community through sturgeon aquaculture and business

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Sturgeon Aquaculture and Caviar Business in Japan〜Challenges in Technology and Culture in Local City〜
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The second of a three-part course on sake and "Sakeology"

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Learn about Sakeology (2): Sake, Society, and Culture
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The culture of Shikoku and Tokushima from the past to the present

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Understanding the Culture of Awa: The Shikoku Pilgrimage, Awa Odori, and Aizome
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Study Japan's Declining Population Problem and Regional Development

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Population Decline and Regional Revitalization in Japan
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Introducing the transformation of Japanese communities and the issues

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Depopulation and development potential of Japan local city 〜Sustainability and Well-Being in Living〜
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Contemporary Culture/現代の日本文化

Discovering Contemporary
Japanese Culture

This special feature aims to provide students with a deep understanding of the qualities and cultural context of contemporary Japanese culture through the study of diverse aspects of contemporary Japanese culture, such as design theory, film and pop culture. Based on an academic approach and by examining the historical and social context of the culture, students will develop a multifaceted understanding of the significance and impact of contemporary Japanese culture. The course provides a valuable learning opportunity for a comprehensive understanding of contemporary Japan.

Lecture Series on Japanese Manga(New Generation Cartoon Techniques)

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Manga's Unique Drawing Techniques and Image-based Visual Storytelling Techniques
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Study methods to reflect market and user analysis in design and planning

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Market Analysis and User Analysis in Design Methodology
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Lecture Series on Japanese Manga(New Generation Cartoon Techniques)

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Techniques for composing names (screen configuration) that appeal intuitively to the reader's mind
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Understanding the current reception of Japanese pop culture abroad

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Adaptation and Reception of Japanese Popular Culture
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Design Thinking and Disaster Preparedness: How Design is Used in Disaster Preparedness

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Disaster Preparedness
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Study simulation and evaluation in design methodology

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Simulation and Evaluation in Design Methodology
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Exploring design role and trends of consumer electronics in Japan

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Design Role and Trends of Consumer Electronics in Japan
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Study Functional Structure Analysis and Prototyping in Design Methodology

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Function Structure and Prototyping in Design Methodology
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