JAPN407: Japan in Asia
Course description: This course examines the history of Japan in Asia, and how this legacy impacts dealings with its Asian neighbors. How is Japan optimizing it's position in Asia and how are these efforts seen by others in the region? How do Japanese cultural exports work to change perceptions of Japan and the Japanese people in countries once colonized by Japan? How is Japan opening up to people from other countries in Asia and where does it fall short as a regional leader? Taught in English. (Credit/ No Credit Available) (Prereq: Junior or Senior Standing)
While this class did cover certain aspects of Japanese culture, such as Hikkikomori and Otaku culture, the class was designed to look at Japan's relationship with other countries in Asia. This comparative nature skewed the topics we covered to more political and business heavy topics, such as trade agreements, and international disagreements. Prior to this class, I had know idea that there was bad blood between Japan, Korea, and China. Specifically, I was not aware of the land battles between the three. I found it interesting that the countries would fight so heavily over tiny plots of land in the sea, or still argue over what former heads of state said decades ago. But, that, as I would come to realize, has partially to do with the cultural values of the three countries. As this was my very first culture class at CSUMB, it set up what I would come to expect from the classes in the semesters to come: a very thorough look at how exactly cultures affect the actions of its people.
While this class did cover certain aspects of Japanese culture, such as Hikkikomori and Otaku culture, the class was designed to look at Japan's relationship with other countries in Asia. This comparative nature skewed the topics we covered to more political and business heavy topics, such as trade agreements, and international disagreements. Prior to this class, I had know idea that there was bad blood between Japan, Korea, and China. Specifically, I was not aware of the land battles between the three. I found it interesting that the countries would fight so heavily over tiny plots of land in the sea, or still argue over what former heads of state said decades ago. But, that, as I would come to realize, has partially to do with the cultural values of the three countries. As this was my very first culture class at CSUMB, it set up what I would come to expect from the classes in the semesters to come: a very thorough look at how exactly cultures affect the actions of its people.
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