ANTH-21213 credit hours

Traditional Japanese Culture

Anthropology · 3 hrs Lecture

No prerequisites listed, you can take this course without prior coursework.

Description

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.

Restrictions

Students may not hold credit for this course and EALC-2721 | REL-2721.

Cross-listed

EALC-2721(3) and REL-2721(3).

Lecture

From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.