A multi-disciplinary overview of Japan. Contents include territory, people, language, religion, economy, popular culture, science and technology, among others. Students investigate - and formulate questions - on Japan and East Asia within today's globalized world, identify their own cultural bias toward less familiar subjects, and critically evaluate diverse perspectives. Taught in English.

Antirequisite(s): East Asia Studies 1670F/G.

Extra Information: 3 hours. Cross-listed with East Asia Studies 1670F/G.