Topics in Gender and Culture in Japan: Seminar

Harvard FAS

This semester, the seminar will explore theories and practices of feminism in Japan and beyond. Specifically, we will examine various forms of radical feminist thoughts and practices, including the women's liberation movement, or 'ribu,' which emerged in Japan in the early 1970s. We will investigate the concept of "radicality" in feminism, articulated against the grain of liberal discourses on women's rights and equality. The course will cover a range of topics, including radical feminism and…