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講義概要/Course description
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In this class, we study Japanese popular culture as a showcase for human experiences, social practices and issues typical of modernity and late (post) modernity throughout the world. We challenge the established practice of describing Japanese culture as 'unique' and zero in on its universally human, global, dynamic and changing content. The focus is on media representations through which modern culture is most often narrated, transmitted and consumed. After introductory series of lectures and readings about Japanese popular culture followed by discussion in class, the students will work in groups on projects organized around specific themes listed in the Lecture plan.
The students will give presentations on the results of their research in groups in class. The format of presentations may vary (PowerPoint slides, videos, posters, etc.) but they should include concrete examples of cultural texts/media content, discussed in a critical manner.
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達成目標/Course objectives
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for Japanese students: to be more aware of one’s own cultural background; to work with international students towards better understanding of the global impact and context of modern Japanese culture
for international students: to exchange information and experience of Japanese culture with Japanese students and international classmates; to proceed from fandom towards deeper understanding, critical reading and academic analysis of Japanese cultural texts
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学部・研究科のディプロマポリシー（卒業認定・学位授与の方針）に基づき、当該科目を履修することで身につく能力 / Abilities to be acquired by completing the course in accordance with the faculty and graduate school diploma policy (graduation certification and degree conferral)
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学部・研究科のディプロマポリシー（卒業認定・学位授与の方針）/ Undergraduate and Graduate Diploma Policy (Graduation Certification and Degree Conferral)
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履修条件（事前に履修しておくことが望ましい科目など）/Prerequisite
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This course is for students who are ready to do some research on their own and actively participate in projects with their peers. The method is a mix of lectures/presentations by the instructor, reading and discussion of English-language academic texts on modern Japanese culture, and presentations of research conducted in groups by the students. Getting your head out of the screen and doing fieldwork within greater Tokyo area is encouraged but not obligatory.
General information will be distributed on Moodle and in case of individual inquiries concerning the class, you are welcome to contact me by email. The email address is at the bottom of the syllabus (under `class-related information`) and I typically reply within 24 hours.
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授業計画/Lecture plan
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1
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Introductory reading available on Moodle (to be commented on by the students)
オンライン（オンデマンド型）での実施
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2
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Introduction of key concepts: culture, modernity, Japan.
Cultural studies as a research framework (lecture)
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3
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Modern Japan in transnational perspective (reading & discussion)
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4
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Japanese popular culture: film (lecture)
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5
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Japanese popular culture: anime and manga (reading and discussion) |
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6
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Japanese popular culture: television (reading and discussion) |
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7
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Japanese popular culture: sports (lecture) |
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8
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Guest lecture (date and topic to be confirmed, details on Course Power) |
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9
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Student project 1: education (school, learning, classmates/peers, friendships)
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10
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Student project 2: family life (relationships, reproduction, gender, ageing, care)
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11
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Student project 3: work & technology (technology & culture, corporate cultures, material culture) |
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12
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Student project 4: sport and martial arts (body cultures, self-cultivation)
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13
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Student project 6: nature (beauty, disaster, environmental issues, religion, spirituality)
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14
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Student project 7: time (memory, history, death, future, time travel)
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15
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Review, conclusions, Q&A
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
review the lectures, read recommended texts, check the vocabulary; work with your classmates, prepare for discussions and presentations |
| 事後学習/Reviewing |
comment on the readings online or manually in writing (when relevant); review one`s own presentation and update the research |
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授業方法/Method of instruction
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| 区分/Type of Class |
対面授業 / Classes in-person
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| 実施形態/Class Method |
ハイブリッド型ブレンド形式 / hybrid blend
補足事項/Supplementary noteslectures by the instructor, discussion, presentations (individual or in groups, depending on the number of students)
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成績評価方法/Evaluation
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| 1 |
平常点 In-class Points
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50%
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participation in class discussion including comments in writing/posted online (detailed instruction in class)
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その他 Others
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50%
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group work project and final presentation
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教科書/Textbooks
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Author | タイトル
Title | 出版社
Publisher | 出版年
Published year | コメント
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Darling-Wolf Fabienne (ed.)
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Routledge Handbook of Japanese Media
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Routledge
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2018
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selected chapters will be distributed on Moodle
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Freedman Alisa, Toby Slade (ed.)
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Introducing Japanese Popular Culture
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Routledge
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2023
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ebook available from the university library
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参考書/Reference books
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Author | タイトル
Title | 出版社
Publisher | 出版年
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Forum Mithani, Griseldis Kirsch (ed.)
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Handbook of Japanese Media and Popular Culture in Transition
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Amsterdam University Press
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2022
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Macnaughtan Helen, Verity Postlethwaite (ed.)
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Handbook of Sport and Japan
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Amsterdam University Press
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2024
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Newiak Denis
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The Lonelinesses of Modernity: A Theory of Modernization as an Age of Isolation
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Springer Nature
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2024
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メッセージ/Message
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This class was designed in a deliberately open-ended way, in order to give students a lot of freedom in their choice of content to present on, as long as the content fits in the broad themes proposed by the instructor. So far the formula has proven right, as participants of many nationalities and backgrounds have shared a variety of perspectives on Japanese popular culture which is now a truly global phenomenon. I see my role as an instructor in moderating your conversation, and in adding new dimensions to what you have already discovered by yourselves.
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その他/Others
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Manners and attitude:
1) Eating and chewing gum in class is not allowed. Drinking soft drinks is OK.
2) Be present in your body and mind. Digital/online device usage unrelated to content currently discussed in class will negatively affect your score.
3) 15 minutes max is my limit for lateness.
4) Missing more than 3 classes without a valid reason will negatively impact your score.
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キーワード/Keywords
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Japanese culture
modernity
Japanese popular culture
Japanese film and animation
modern sports in Japan
cultural studies
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