Traditional Japanese Culture

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course surveys traditional Japanese culture through an exploration of visual and dramatic arts, literature, philosophy, and religion. Special emphasis is placed on cross-cultural roots that bridged Japan with its neighbouring countries in East Asia. The historical foundations of popular Japanese contemporary culture - Manga, Anime, and high technology to name a few - are also discussed. Cross-listed: EALC-2721(3) and REL-2721(3). Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and EALC-2721 | REL-2721.