Continuation of JAPN 1A, with emphasis on speaking, vocabulary, reading, grammar, speech patterns, and cultural knowledge. The Kana and Kanji writing systems, geography, and aspects of Japanese customs and manners are included.

Prerequisite: JAPN 1A or instructor permission.

Continuation of JAPN 2A. Further development of speaking, reading, grammar, and composition skills. Meets the Foreign Language Graduation Proficiency Requirement.

Prerequisite: JAPN 2A or equivalent.

Introduction to Japanese literature from the 10th century to the present. The various forms of Japanese classic and contemporary literature will be surveyed through the selective reading of representative works. Class will be conducted in both Japanese and English.

Prerequisite: JAPN 2B or instructor permission.

This course is a continuation of JAPN116A. JAPN116B is the second in a two-semester series in advanced (third-year) Japanese. It is designed to expose students to the practical use of advanced structures and to further develop the four language skills¿listening, speaking, reading and writing. Students will also acquire cultural knowledge necessary for appropriate communication at the advanced level. Taught in Japanese. This course counts towards the Japanese Minor.

Prerequisite: JAPN 116A or the equivalent.

A survey of major forms of Japanese popular culture from the postwar period to the present with a focus on genre and narrative. Genres include anime, shojo manga, Jpop, popular fiction, and fashion. Among topics to be discussed are common themes, narrative form, global appeal, and fandom. Emphasis on close reading and analysis of the texts/films. No knowledge of Japanese language or culture is required.

Individual projects, or directed reading. Open only to students competent to carry on independent study.

Note: Departmental petition required.