This unit aims at developing further competence in the modern spoken language as well as in reading advanced-level materials, focusing on mainstream theories on Japanese society and major current sociocultural themes. The course will be based on authentic materials dealing with Japanese society from linguistic, anthropological, sociological and psychological points of view.

Class participation (10%), Speech / Presentation (40%), Homework assignments (10%), Essay (10%), Mid-term exam (15%), Final exam (15%). Graduate students attend joint classes with undergraduates but may expect more rigorous assessment and additional assignment work, tailored to the graduate students’ interests. Graduate students may expect a final assignment rather than an exam.

Permission of coordinator