STUDY JAPANOLOGY in KAGOSHIMA
INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROMOTION
STUDENTS FIRST !
“Kagoshima has a long history of political genius, great
food and sightseeing spots. However foreigners cannot
enjoy these offerings fully. We need more signs, more
tour guides, and more courses in English.”（2nd year
student of Humanistic and Cultural Sciences）
“Tea ceremony, Haiku, Japanese food,
shrines, and temples all have cultural
aspects. But it's difficult to find them
for the young Japanese and foreigners.
Let's explore these secrets together.”
（Wonderful College Adult Learner）
“I'm Japanese, but I want to study about Japanese Culture in English so I can speak in English with exchange students.”
（3rd year student of Languages and Communication）
JAPANOLOGY Ⅰ Traditions (Spring Semester)
Modern Japanese culture and society consist of a diverse mix of the old and new, the East and West, and the natural and artificial. These seemingly contradictory elements coexist in harmony in Japan. For example, it is not unusual to see an old Buddhist temple and a modern skyscraper standing next to each other.
Japan is a country with rich nature, diverse topography, and beautiful turns of the seasons. Haiku verse which has blossomed by absorbing the natural essence of each season is an example of a very unique Japanese literary culture. The country's rich variety of local festivals, annual events, and folk entertainment are also most likely the result of Japan's nature and topography.
Hot spring resorts, "Onsen", a unique Japanese version of the spas. Those who have never been in Japan may be interested in the beauty and delicacy of Japanese cuisine - some says that it must be enjoyed with both the eye and palate - as well as Japanese culture represented by in Kimono, tea ceremony and Ikebana flower arrangement, or traditional sports such as Judo, Kendo and Naginata.
JAPANOLOGY Ⅱ Modern Concepts (Spring Semester)
Japanology II Japanology is the study of Japan, a branch of cultural anthropology dealing with the study of Japanese culture. Gain the ability to study Japan’s social and cultural practices from an insider’s perspective at IUK. Immerse yourself in the study of Japan and open up opportunities for unforgettable intercultural encounters. Japanology courses at IUK are offered in the English language while you reside in Japan for a semester. The study of modern concepts such as Japan’s bubble economy and Toyota’s experience in America, gender, law, social work, community care, trend music and pop culture.
JAPANOLOGY Ⅲ Traditions Continue (Fall Semester)
Japanology III Traditions developed years ago in Japan continue to be respected in modern society and influence present day society not only in Japan but around the world. Traditions continue courses build on your understanding of country and urban lifestyles, Haiku, martial arts, and archaeology with studies on Jack London’s visit with Hatoju Muku in Tokyo. Japanology at IUK is multi-disciplinary, drawing on social, linguistic, and cultural anthropology dealing with the comparison of cultures developed from the science of dividing mankind into races, origins and distribution.
JAPANOLOGY Ⅲ Traditions Continue (Fall Semester)
Japanology IV Studying Japanology IV and conducting research in Japan enables you to view and to interpret information in this diverse and pluralistic world, to embrace multiple viewpoints, and to hold more responsible world views. Taking a credit course on a subject related to one’s major but in Kagoshima is a formidable, yet rewarding challenge. We encourage you to learn from the team of professors at IUK who have designed these four omnibus courses on Japanology. Learn about Japan in Japan at IUK.