CADEMIC PROGRAM Daily Schedule (Sample)...sions and essential vocabulary are also introduced. This course uses Genki I (Lessons 1 to 12) or its equivalent. Goals Be able to communicate

THE ACADEMIC PROGRAMThe following is a list of courses that will be offered in 2019/2020 at the Center for Japanese Studies. There is a wide variety of courses offered in five categories: Japanese Language Courses, Japanese Seminar Courses, Lecture Courses in Japanese Area Studies, Open Courses, and Practical Courses in the Japanese Arts. Open Courses are regular undergraduate courses that CJS students may also enrol in.

2019/2020 CJS COURSE OFFERINGS (TENTATIVE)

Japanese Language Courses Japanese Seminar Courses

Required Elective Courses Elective Courses

8 credits 2 credits / each

720 min. / week 90 min. / week

pp. 6–7 pp. 10–13

Japanese VI*Elective Course

Japanese V• Readings in Japanese Literature II• Academic Japanese Writing

Japanese IV

• Business Japanese I• University Preparatory Japanese• Introduction to Academic Japanese Writing• Creative Writing• Introduction to Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language• Classical Japanese• Readings in Japanese Literature I• Japanese in Tourism• Readings in Social Science II

Japanese III

• Introduction to Business Japanese • Introduction to Creative Writing• Intermediate Translation • Japanese in Volunteering • Readings in Social Sciences I • Readings in Science and Technology • Project N III

Japanese II• Elementary Translation• Project N II

Japanese I • Project N I

Daily Schedule (Sample)Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

9:20 – 10:05

Japanese Language Courses

Japanese Language Courses Japanese Language

CoursesJapanese Language

Courses

Japanese Language Courses10:05 – 10:50

11:05 – 11:5011:50 – 12:3512:45 – 1:30 Japan Plaza Japan Plaza1:30 – 2:15 Practical Courses

in the Japanese Arts Open Courses

Field Trips, Social Events, etc.

2:15 – 3:00 Japan Plaza3:00 – 3:15 Japanese Seminar

CoursesJapanese Seminar

Courses3:15 – 4:00 Japan PlazaLecture Courses in

Japanese Area Studies4:00 – 4:454:45 – 5:30

Lecture Courses in Japanese Area Studies Open Courses Practical Courses in the

Japanese Arts

Elective Courses Elective Courses Elective Courses

3 credits / each 2 credits / each 2 credits / each

135 min. / week 90 min. / week 90 min. / week

pp. 14–19 pp. 20–21 pp. 22–23

• Japanese Literature I

• Japanese Literature II

• Japanese Literature III

• Japanese Literature IV

• Topics in Japanese Linguistics

• Japanese Culture

• Japanese Popular Culture

• Japanese Culture and Art I

• Japanese Religions I

• Japanese Religions II

• Japanese History

• Japanese Society I

• Japanese Society II

• Japanese Economy I

• Japanese Economy II

• Japanese Business I

• Japanese Business II

• Topics in Management Sciences in Japan

• Japanese Politics I

• Japanese Foreign Policy

• Japanese Society and Law I

• Seminar in American History

• Special Seminar: An Introduction to the Social Studies of Latin America

• Special Seminar: Intercultural Competence

• Special Seminar: Media Literacy in the Digital Age

• Flower Arrangement (Ikebana)

• Calligraphy (Shodo)

• Woodblock Printing (Hanga)

• Japanese Culture and Tea Ceremony (Sado)

• Traditional Japanese Dance (Odori)

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CENTER FOR JAPANESE STUDIES 2019-2020

Japanese IFall and Spring

PrerequisitesStudents should have a basic work-ing knowledge of both hiragana and katakana.

ContentThis course covers basic introducto-ry Japanese grammar. It explains how to make simple sentences and ques-tion sentences, illustrates how to use the most common adjectives, intro-duces the three Japanese verb types, shows how to make the present and past tense forms, and describes how to make requests. It also reviews hiragana and katakana and teaches the first 150 kanji. Important basic everyday expres-sions and essential vocabulary are also introduced. This course uses Genki I (Lessons 1 to 12) or its equivalent.

GoalsBe able to communicate in simple Japanese for daily use. For example, students will be able to introduce them-selves, talk about their family, discuss what they like and dislike, go shop-ping, plan to meet friends, talk about a vacation, and explain how they feel. Students will be also able to read short stories and write short passages such as postcards and simple e-mails.

THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM

Japanese IIFall and Spring

PrerequisitesSuccessful completion of Japanese I or its equivalent. Students should have mastered 150 kanji to enter this level.

ContentThis course covers introductory Japa-nese grammar, including probability, expressing opinions, reported speech, more noun counters, expressions for giving and receiving, and passive and causative sentences. Honorific expres-sions and humble expressions are also introduced, along with some discourse structures used in daily life. The first 150 kanji are reviewed and the next 170 kanji are presented. This course uses Genki II (Lessons 13 to 23) or its equivalent.

GoalsBe able to communicate in Japanese in everyday, routine life in Japan. For example, students will be able to exchange proper greetings including simple honorifics, express their feel-ings to each other, and talk about their experiences in Japan, including about travel, pop culture, food, and religion. Students will also be able to read short essays and diary entries, and write lon-ger passages such as letters and e-mails.

Japanese IIIFall and Spring

PrerequisitesSuccessful completion of Japanese II or its equivalent. Students should have mastered 320 kanji to enter this level.

ContentThis course reviews basic Japanese grammar while also covering most of the important intermediate grammar of Japanese. Students will learn how to describe something (e.g. rashii, hazu, hodo), give opinions (beki da), and show change (yo ni naru, koto ni naru) and decision (yo ni suru, koto ni suru), and also learn many useful expressions (e.g. nan to itte mo, sekkaku, waza waza). Topics covered include famous Japanese people, well-known tourist destinations, study abroad, and con-temporary social issues. The first 320 kanji are reviewed and the next 280 kanji are presented. This course uses an original textbook roughly equivalent to Integrated Approach to Intermediate Japanese (Lessons 1 to 10).

GoalsBe able to communicate in Japanese in everyday, campus life outside the class-room. Students will review and learn more sophisticated ways of introduc-ing themselves, giving and accepting advice, making appointments, refusing, complaining, and apologizing. Students will learn how to write basic, short essays and give simple speeches.

Japanese IVFall and Spring

PrerequisitesSuccessful completion of Japanese III or its equivalent. Students should have mastered 600 kanji to enter this level.

ContentThis course reviews previously taught grammar and concentrates upon intro-ducing useful Japanese expressions, such as aku made mo, mushiro, koso, and X ni chigai nai. The topics covered are more academic, including Japanese litera-ture, multiculturalism, famous Japanese inventors, Japan census data, intercul-tural communication, and professional identity. Authentic materials are also used, including newspaper and magazine articles and interview transcripts. The first 600 kanji are reviewed and the next 300 kanji are presented. This course uses an original textbook roughly equivalent to Integrated Approach to Intermediate Japanese (Lessons 11 to 15).

GoalsBe able to understand and begin to par-ticipate in university classes in Japan, with sufficient time for preparation and support. Students will learn how to read graphs and charts, make short presenta-tions and speeches, make polite refus-als, offer constructive opinions, and write one-page reports.

Japanese VFall and Spring

PrerequisitesSuccessful completion of Japanese IV or its equivalent. Students should have mastered 900 kanji to enter this level.

ContentThis course reviews previously taught grammar, vocabulary and expressions then extends students’ knowledge and usage, particularly of more academic fields. Well-prepared students should be able to participate in regular Nanzan University Open Course classes* with Japanese students. This course uses authentic materials such as novels, and newspaper and magazine articles. The first 900 kanji are reviewed and more kanji are presented.

GoalsBe able to participate in university class-es in Japan. Students will learn how to find and read basic academic sources, make simple academic presentations, ask and answer questions, give constructive comments about other students’ ideas, and write one- to two-page reports.

Japanese VISpring (only)

PrerequisitesSuccessful completion of Japanese V is a prerequisite. Students should have mastered 1200 kanji to enter this level.

ContentThis course reviews previously taught grammar, vocabulary and expres-sions and covers more discourse rules, expressions, and vocabulary so that stu-dents will be able to actively partici-pate in regular Nanzan University Open Course classes* with Japanese students. This course uses authentic materials such as novels, and newspaper and magazine articles. Previously taught kanji are reviewed and more kanji are presented.

GoalsBe able to actively participate in uni-versity classes in Japan and lead class-room discussions.

The Japanese Language Program at the Center for Japanese Studies at Nanzan University is an intensive program comprising the following six levels.

COURSES IN THE JAPANESE LANGUAGE

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CJS Class of 2017–2018

SIMON, David Laurence (United States of America) Saint Peter’s College

I have had a dream of studying abroad in Japan since I was in middle school, but nothing could have prepared me for the amazing experience I would have while at Nanzan University. One of the first things I noticed upon my arrival is how all the teachers in the CJS Program care deeply about their students and do such a wonderful job of instructing and advising them. In my year at Nanzan, I have gone from having a very rudimentary understanding of the basics of Japanese to being able to speak, listen, read, and write very effectively, and I can only thank the tremendous teachers at Nanzan University and my wonderful host family for this! Being able to take my lessons and immediately put them into use with my host family or my friends from the Nanzan Kendo Club helped me to grasp everything I was learning and understand it quickly. The CJS Program is intense, but I believe that the speed and difficulty is perfect for learning Japanese as fast and thoroughly as possible. In my opinion, there is no better school in the entire world for learning Japanese as a foreign language than at Nanzan University.


BROWN, Aimee Rhiannon (United Kingdom) University of Leeds

Thanks to NIJ500, my time at Nanzan University has been more amazing than I ever could have imagined. Before coming to Japan, I had very little faith in my Japanese abilities. However, since entering this course my confidence has grown so much and I now feel that I can express myself with conviction when speaking Japanese. The course is called New Intensive Japanese for a reason; each week there were a good number of grammar points and vocab, assignments and tests, too. But because class activities were varied and fun – such as performing skits and writing haikus – I looked forward to going to class each day and loved presenting my work as I knew I would get great constructive feedback from both my classmates and the incredible teachers. I also believe that the range of group tasks in class helped everyone to become closer and help each other on their journeys to improve their Japanese skills. NIJ500 has allowed my understanding of both Japanese language and culture to broaden, and I will gratefully take all that I have learned at Nanzan forward with me in my future endeavours, what-ever they may be.


TIONGSON, Alyssa Sistina Lazo (Philippines) Ateneo de Manila University

I came to Nanzan University knowing only two words of Japanese. By the end of the course, I can confidently express simple thoughts and hold conversations in Japanese. NIJ300 is a well-structured yet challenging program. We had to study a lot to keep up with the fast pace of the lecture, but that did not stop us from having fun. I looked forward to attending Japanese class each day because of our teachers who constantly gave us the guidance we needed and my classmates who made our discussions more interesting. Every day, we had to talk with different students and use the concepts that our teachers had taught us. This helped us understand the grammar patterns faster while learning something new about our classmates. I encourage students who want to build a solid foundation on Japanese language to take NIJ 300. I highly rec-ommend this program for people who want to understand the language and culture of Japan, while forging life-long friendships and creating unforgettable memories along the way.


CALDERWOOD, Keelan Adair (United States of America) Dickinson College

Before even being accepted into my home university, I knew that I wanted to study Japanese abroad at Nanzan University through the Center for Japanese Studies program. It is well known for its intense Japanese Language courses, and the 600 level New Intensive Japanese was exactly that and so much more. The class gives students the opportunity to test their language skills using a variety of readings from real sources that other native Japanese people would also be reading. Any student enrolled in the 600 class will see their language ability progress at a rate they have never seen. The class pushes all students to their limits, allowing students to rapidly progress in all aspects of their Japanese. A huge part of this is thanks to the amazing teachers in the CJS program. Every teacher is enthusiastic, sincere, and really wants each and every student to become the best Japanese speaker that they can be. Once a week, students are given the opportunity to talk with native Japanese speakers where they can put what they have learned into action, and perhaps make some new friends. The classrooms are also filled with diversity with people from all over the world, creating a great atmosphere for cultural exchange and language learn-ing. I will be forever grateful to CJS for allowing me this opportunity, and I know anyone who studies at Nanzan will feel the same.


ZUMBRUN, Lydia Grace (United States of America) Indiana University, Bloomington

NIJ700 is the perfect blend of incredibly challenging material and a positive learning environment. Mistakes are accepted as part of the growth process, but you are never allowed to simply cruise along at your current language level. The teachers not only know your individual weaknesses but also your strengths, and they guide you in how to capitalize on your natural skills while steadily improving in the areas where you are lacking. Through studying social problems affecting Japan and the global community, students are equipped to give presentations and lead academic discus-sions with real depth and complexity. Thanks to the countless times I have received my essays back covered in red ink, I have also developed the skills necessary to write both logically structured pieces as well as more artistic ones in natural sounding Japanese. This class gave me the opportunity to develop truly advanced Japanese skills in an intense but fun multicultural environment.

New Intensive Japanese 300 (in old Curriculum)Student Voice





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JAPANESE SEMINAR COURSESA high degree of proficiency in Japanese is required for participation in the seminars. Most of the seminars are offered in both the fall and spring semesters and are conducted mainly in Japanese.

Project N IJapanese I Fall and Spring

This course is designed for students of Japanese I. Students conduct a project regarding their favorite thing, person, event or something similar related to Japan using various types of Japanese language. Students also learn how to give oral presentations about their project work in Japanese using presentation soft-ware or an overhead projector. After giv-ing their presentations, students organize the results of their project into a short paper.

Project N IIJapanese II – III Fall and Spring

This course is designed for students of Japanese II and Japanese III. Students conduct an interview project at stores in Kakuozan (a famous shopping area in Nagoya) using various types of Japanese language. Students also learn how to give oral presentations on their project work and to organize the results of their project into a paper.

Project N IIIJapanese III – IV Spring

This course is designed for students of Japanese III and Japanese IV who are interested in Japanese society. The aim of the course is to give students the opportu-nity to do a presentation on an aspect of Japanese culture. Students choose their own topic on Japan. After doing some background research, students make a questionnaire and give a survey com-pleted by at least twenty Japanese respon-dents. Then, after analyzing the data, stu-dents make a class presentation. At the end of the course, students organize the results of their project into a short paper.

Elementary Translation

Japanese II Fall and Spring

While the ability to translate Japanese into another language is not an integral part of proficiency in the Japanese lan-guage, it is an important additional skill that a student of Japanese will often need in order to pursue advanced courses in Japanese and its related fields in institu-tions of higher education. The skill is also essential for those who are planning to work in an area where knowledge of Japanese is required. The course includes some practice in translating from English to Japanese as well as from Japanese to English. Materials used in the course include Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, J-pop, manga and short stories written by Shinichi Hoshi. It attempts to meet the demands of students of Japanese II who are planning to continue their study of Japanese after finishing the Nanzan program and returning to their home institutions.

Intermediate Translation

Japanese III Fall and Spring

This course is a continuation of Elementary Translation. Emphasis is placed on having the students review basic patterns and understand more com-plex structures that have a high usage fre-quency. Since some important structures are taken from the Japanese III textbook, this course is most suitable for students of Japanese III. Students practice translat-ing from English into Japanese and from Japanese into English.

Readings in Science and Technology

Japanese III – VI Spring

This course is designed for students of Japanese III or higher to train them in reading science magazine articles. Students choose science magazine arti-cles of their interests and discuss one article in each session. In addition to reg-ular preparation for class, students are expected to write a research paper and to give an oral presentation in Japanese on a subject of their own choice. The goals of this course are (i) to learn vocabulary of science in Japanese and expressions fre-quently used in Japanese science maga-zines and (ii) to be able to discuss science magazine articles in Japanese.

Readings in Social Sciences I

Japanese III – VI Fall

This course is designed for students of Japanese III or higher to train them in reading newspaper articles in order to gain actual information about the real Japan and Japanese people today. Topics are mainly chosen by students in the class. Audio-visual materials may be used, where available, to further deepen understanding. All course work is con-ducted in Japanese. In addition to reg-ular preparation for class, students are expected to write a research paper and, at

the end of the course, to give an oral pre-sentation in Japanese on a subject of their own choice.

Readings in Social Sciences II

Japanese IV – VI Spring

This course is designed for students of Japanese IV or higher. While its activities and assessment are the same as those of Readings in Social Science I, the topics covered are different.

Japanese in Volunteering

Japanese III – VI Fall and Spring

This course is designed mainly for Japanese III or higher who want to visit an after-school day-care center to enjoy cultural exchange with elementary school students and is recommended for those who intend to participate in the JET program. In this course, students will improve their presentation and com-munication skills through in-class and off-campus activities. In class, students 1) learn expressions and strategies neces-sary for communicating with children, 2) prepare activities and presentations for the volunteer work, and 3) reflect on their

experience and share with the class what they learned from the volunteer work. Students are required to participate in four off-campus volunteering activities and give presentations about them.

Introduction to Creative Writing

Japanese III – IV Fall

Learning about composing essays and improving writing skills in order to express one’s experiences and feelings is the main objective of this course. At the same time, students learn how to com-pose tanka and haiku poetry. Outdoor classes are also planned. While this class is mainly for Japanese III and Japanese IV students, writing and reading ability equivalent to that gained in Japanese III is required.

Creative WritingJapanese IV – VI Spring

Students learn how to write novels with the skills they have acquired in the Introduction to Creative Writing course. Outdoor classes are also planned. The course is open to those who have taken Introduction to Creative Writing in the fall semester and also to students of Japanese IV or higher.

Introduction to Business Japanese

Japanese III Fall

This is the introductory business course for those planning to work for a Japanese company or to do business using Japanese. It is designed for Japanese III students. Through learning basic business conver-sation, this course aims to equip students with essential Japanese business manners and customs as well as vocabulary and expressions that are useful in a business setting. In addition, behavior that reflects the “basic assumptions” of Japanese business is examined using videos and practice using role-plays of business situ-ations. We will invite a Japanese business person to the class to get to know the Japanese business world, if possible.


LIN Yi-Wen (Taiwan) East China Normal University

It’s my honor to write this letter to you who going to start a new journey at Nanzan University. The Introduction to Business Japanese, a course which teaches you how to use Japanese like a Japanese person. You can learn the way of Japanese thinking and formal business expressions. Moreover, through this course, you can make good progress on mastering Japanese expressions and have a deeper understanding of Japanese culture. For example, the teacher will teach you how to exchange name cards. You have to follow the right order to give or take the name card, and you have to take your gestures, body language and so on into consideration. Also, depend on the person who you talking to, you have to use different honorable expressions. This was the most difficult part to me but I feel it is really helpful for practicing polite business Japanese. All in all, this course is an excellent course for people who want to understand Japanese business culture and also people who would like to work in Japan in the future. Most of the time we practiced speaking in class, but we also learn how to behave like a Japanese person through manners and business expression. Come and join this course and enjoy your time here!

Introduction to Business JapaneseStudent Voice

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Business Japanese IJapanese IV – VI Fall and Spring

This course is designed for students of Japanese IV or higher, instructing them in practical Japanese that can be used in real business situations. Business Japanese involves much stricter rules than the lan-guage used in daily life in Japan. In this course, students learn to apply those rules through activities such as role-plays, writ-ing business letters, and practicing non-verbal communication. Selected students who complete this course successfully may be eligible to participate in short-term internship at a Japanese company during the spring recess.

Japanese in TourismJapanese IV – VI Fall and Spring

This course is designed for students of Japanese IV or higher who want to work

in the Japanese service industry in the future. The aim of the course is to give students the preparation and background required to survive in the service indus-try by learning necessary vocabulary and expressions. In order to ensure that each student receives sufficient individ-ual attention, class size is limited to 15 students. Opportunities for a one-week internship either at a convenience store or a hotel in Nagoya will be offered to about two students.

Readings in Japanese Literature I

Japanese IV – VI Fall

This course introduces short stories and novels by respected writers in contempo-rary Japanese literature and encourages students to derive pleasure from literary works. In order to appreciate the flavor

of the originals, the use of words and expressions, along with techniques of narration, are examined in the readings. The themes, ethics, and/or message that each work embraces are also discussed. Students should have attained the level of Japanese IV or higher to be able to com-plete the course work, which includes such tasks as reading, discussion and written assignments.

Readings in Japanese Literature II

Japanese V – VI Spring

This course introduces short novels by respected writers in early-modern Japanese literature and encourages stu-dents to find pleasure in reading literary works. In order to appreciate the flavor of the original works, the use of words and expressions, along with techniques of narration, are examined in the read-ing. The themes, ethics, and/or message that each work embraces are also dis-cussed. This course deals with differ-ent novels from those of Readings in Japanese Literature I, and is designed for students of Japanese V or higher. Students of Japanese IV require the instructor’s consent to take this course.

Classical JapaneseJapanese IV – VI Spring

This is an introductory, but demanding, course in literary Japanese for students of Japanese IV or higher who in future may deal with pre-war materials. Various styles of classical Japanese, such as Heian stories, war tales, and essays, as well as private letters and public docu-ments, are studied.

Introduction to Teaching Japanese as a Foreign LanguageJapanese IV – VI Fall and Spring

This course is aimed at students interest-ed in how Japanese is taught as a foreign language at the elementary level, espe-cially those who want to teach Japanese as a teaching assistant or a full-time non-native teacher in the future. Teaching-practice routines are carried out from the beginning of the course using the textbook Genki. The following topics are covered: making a syllabus, teaching kana and kanji, introducing elementary Japanese grammar, teaching the four language skills, making drills and tests, and evaluation. Students of Japanese IV or higher can enroll in this course.

Introduction to Academic Japanese

WritingJapanese III – IV Fall and Spring

This course is mainly designed for stu-dents of Japanese IV or high-achieving Japanese III students to learn the expres-sions, mechanics and skills required for writing a research paper. In the first half of the semester, students will mainly practice writing logical and well-orga-nized essays. In the second half, using a set sequence of steps, students will work on a book review of a Japanese novel of their choice. By the end of the semester, students are required to submit a final draft of the book review, along with other writing assignments.

Academic Japanese Writing

Japanese IV – VI Spring

This course is mainly designed to sup-port students of Japanese V, VI or high-achieving Japanese IV students in writ-ing a research paper in line with the requirements of the schedule. While reviewing the writing techniques covered in “Introduction to Academic Japanese

Writing,” students learn more expressions necessary for writing academic papers. The ultimate goal for this course is the completion of a research paper.

University Preparatory Japanese

Japanese IV – VI Fall

This course is designed for students of Japanese IV or higher who wish to enter a Japanese university after finishing the CJS program. Sample entrance examina-tion questions and Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 questions are assigned for homework or in-class exer-cises. Successful students will develop the Japanese language skills necessary for entry into Japanese universities.

JAPANESE SEMINAR COURSES


PESAN-FABRE, Antoine (France) Aix-Marseille University

University Preparatory Japanese is the perfect class for those expecting to take the JLPT N1, or even wanting to apply to Nanzan as a regular student. This class is entirely based on the Shin Kanzen Master series and will help you going through the difficult task of studying grammar, vocabulary, reading and listening comprehension. By meeting once a week, this class left the students enough time to prepare the fair amount of homework. Students not intending to take this exam will also benefit from University Preparatory Japanese by learning important aspects of the Japanese language. This class was one of the main reasons I decided to choose Nanzan University to study at. The level of care and education delivered by the professor is more than enough for you to succed in taking the JLPT, but also in practicing the Japanese language as a whole. Always excited to teach us the intricacies of the JLPT N1, the teacher was eager to share interesting stories and have extended discussions about very precise points. As a student who was constantly struggling with Japanese grammar, I have been pleased to attend this class, and know I feel ready to take this famous exam.

University Preparatory JapaneseStudent VoiceCJS Class of 2017–2018

KERDPRAPHOB, Pitcha (Thailand) Thammasat University

I had hardly ever read any works of Japanese literature before I took this course, but after taking it I came to know something of Japan’s most famous writers. I read a range of works, from short poems to novels that are dozens of pages in length – stories from the past and the present. It goes without saying that it helped me to improve my Japanese vocabulary and grammatical knowledge, but I also learned a great deal about Japanese society and history. Even without being very knowledgeable about history, our teacher explained things to us with great care so it was always interesting. It wasn’t just reading either, we watched videos or songs related to the work we were studying, which also helped to keep it interesting. The approach is to first of all read the literary work in your own time at home, answer some questions and then share your answers in class. Everyone has their own interpretations, so hearing others give their answers was really stimulating. There were also questions that made us think about the situation in our own countries. This helped us to gain a better understanding not only of our homelands but of our classmates’ countries. Occasionally, we would study more difficult works, which I always think were particularly worthwhile because we learned so much from them.

Readings in Japanese Literature IIStudent Voice

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LECTURE COURSES IN JAPANESE AREA STUDIESLecture courses listed are taught in English by scholars highly qualified in their respective fields, but assignments for some courses may include work in Japanese.

Japanese Literature I3 credits Fall

This course is intended to introduce stu-dents to a number of representative works of Japanese literature from the earliest writings until the end of the Heian peri-od (c.1185). This course looks at both poetry and prose works, with the aim of familiarizing students with the mode of writing, the religious and cultural back-ground to that writing and the aesthet-ics that influenced the writers. Although literature has changed in form, theme and function over the centuries, it is pos-sible to identify a number of constant elements, which can be regarded as the essence of Japanese literature. Readings include verses of the Man’yo-shu, and Kokin-shu. We will read The Bamboo Cutter’s Tale sections of the Tale of Genji as well Sei Sjhonagon’s The Pillow Book. This course is conducted in English, and includes lectures and discussions.

Japanese Literature II3 credits Spring

The purpose of this course is to give stu-dents a basic understanding of Japanese literature from the Kamakura Period (1185–1333) to the middle of the 19th century. Similar to Japanese Literature I, the goal of this course is to obtain a basic understanding of the major themes and cultural background of Japanese poetic, prose and drama writing. Many of the texts also provide a great deal of information about Japanese culture and history. Some of the texts that will be examined include Shin-kokinshu, Noh theater, the poetry of Ikyu, puppet plays of Chikamatsu and Basho’s Narrow Road to Oku. Classes are composed of short lectures and discussions about the pos-sible meanings and interpretations of those works. Japanese Literature I is not a prerequisite for this course, which is also conducted in English.

Japanese Literature III3 credits Fall

This course deals with contempo-rary Japanese literature and focuses on the novels of Haruki Murakami, one of Japan’s most famous modern writ-ers. Texts are the bestsellers among Murakami’s works - Norwegian Wood and his collection of short stories, Blind Willow, Sleeping Women in Japanese and in English translations, with refer-ence to F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. These works are very interesting contemporary novels that feature fasci-nating mysteries. The aim is to under-stand and analyze the important parts of the Japanese texts and to gain a fuller understanding of the novels through their English translations, examining the ele-ments of expression and the narrative technique employed, as well as draw-ing a comparison with other novels and thoughts. The course is conducted mainly in Japanese and partly in English.

Japanese Literature IV3 credits Spring

This course deals with contempo-rary Japanese literature and focuses on Natsume Soseki’s Kokoro and Dazai Osamu’s No Longer Human in the origi-nal Japanese and their English transla-tions. These are widely regarded as two of the most popular works of modern Japanese literature. In particular, No Longer Human is the number one best-seller of all Shincho Bunko books since WWII. The aim of this class is to enjoy and appreciate reading Japanese modern novels, interpreting the important parts of the text and gaining a good under-standing of the novels. We examine the elements of expressions and the narrative technique employed as well as drawing a

comparison with Somerset Maugham’s The Moon and Sixpence and other nov-els. The course is conducted mainly in Japanese and partly in English.

Topics in Japanese Linguistics

3 credits Spring

This course deals with some of the major topics in Japanese linguistics. This includes but is not limited to: semantics of verbs, argument structure, subject and topic, tense and aspect, transitive/intran-sitive contrast, complex and compound verbs, passivisation and causativisation, raising/control structures, anaphora, and ellipsis. We focus on two or three topics selected by the instructor. This course requires some basic knowledge of Japanese linguistics, especially in the field of formal grammar analysis. The course is conducted mainly in English and partly in Japanese.

Japanese CultureLanguage and Society in Japan

3 credits Fall

The goal of the course is to heighten stu-dents’ awareness and understanding of the relationship between the Japanese language and Japanese society (or cul-ture) by exploring those aspects of soci-ety and culture that facilitate the learning of Japanese. The main issues covered are (1) Japanese women’s language and the roles and status of women in Japan; (2) keigo and Japanese society; (3) the concept of uchi/soto; (4) empathy and the Japanese language; (5) youth language; and (6) non-verbal communication.

Japanese Popular Culture

A Gateway to Japan

3 credits Fall

This course is aimed at students inter-ested in learning how cultural factors play important roles in plots of Japanese ani-mation and manga, which are often lost or transparent in their translated versions. While gaining introductory knowledge of Japanese history, religions and other cul-tural aspects, students examine cultural influences on anime and manga from classical to the latest ones, and learn how Japanese people appreciate these works.

Japanese Culture and Art I

3 credits Fall

Japanese cultural history is often charac-terized by its accommodation of influ-ences from diverse cultures on the Asian continent. However, the major cultural influences during Japan’s more recent history have, especially during the mod-ern period, come via direct contact with Western civilization, which Japan has been eager to accommodate. In a short space of time, Japan has adopted and adapted Western models of civiliza-tion and culture to form its own brand of culture. This course seeks to account for the development of Japanese culture through its history of exchange with the Asian continent and Western civiliza-tion, involving an examination of various aspects of the arts and religious and phil-osophical thought. Topics in this course focus mainly on the traditional culture and art of Japan.

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Japanese History3 credits Fall and Spring

Students taking this course are intro-duced to differing perspectives on Japanese modern history. Starting with an examination of the opening of Japan to trade with the West and ending with the post-war American occupation, this course charts the modernization of Japan’s political and social institutions. Students are invited to discuss varying interpretations of key events and devel-opments. Controversies which are still the subject of heated debate today are examined, such as: How democratic was Taisho democracy? How oppressive was Japanese colonialism? and Why did Japan attack the USA in 1941?

Japanese Society IThe Life Course in Japan

3 credits Fall

The purpose of this discussion-based course is to provide a broad overview of life in Japan in the early twenty-first century. The course is organized around the life course of Japanese peo-ple, from when Japanese children are born through to the last decades of their lives. It explores how children learn to ‘become Japanese’ at home, the educa-tional and social processes that shape a young person’s way of looking at the world, the daily lives of Japanese youth, and how Japanese people learn to play ‘appropriate’ roles as ‘shakai-jin.’ It also explores how gender is ‘performed’ in Japan and how gender expectations are changing, how disability is viewed and experienced, and then concludes with a look at the experiences of becoming old in the world’s oldest society. By the end of the course, you should have devel-oped a deep sense of what life is like in contemporary Japan.

Japanese Society IIMinority Cultures in Japan

3 credits Spring

This discussion-based course seeks to understand the experiences of minority cultures in Japan. The first part of the course looks at the lives of Japanese women and men. It investigates the beliefs and practices underlying gen-der norms, particularly the creation and imposition of hegemonic femininities and masculinities and the ways that they are challenged. We also explore the experi-ences of sexual minorities in Japan, their evolving legal rights, and how they are portrayed in the media. The second part of the course looks at the conditions of cultural minorities. We begin with ‘insid-er minorities’ – the Ainu and Okinawans, peoples with Buraku heritage, and ethnic Koreans. We also explore the experiences of peoples who are differently abled, par-ticularly deaf people. We then go on to ‘outsider minorities’ – Nikkei migrants from South America, ‘newcomer foreign-ers’, and Chinese and South Asian com-munities. This course seeks to illustrate how cultural identities are fostered and contested in contemporary Japan.

Japanese Economy I3 credits Fall

This course will review and discuss Japan’s economic history and recent changes in its economy. The first half of this course reviews the economic history from the end of the Second World War to more recent years. In particular, the course focuses on the background and the effect of the 1960s’ rapid economic growth, the late 1980s’ bubble econo-my, and the early 1990s’ bursting of the Japanese asset price bubble. The relation-ship between structural changes in the Japanese economy and global economic trends are also considered. The second half of this course discusses recent chang-es in the Japanese economy. These are, in particular, prolonged deflation, low fertil-ity, ageing and pension challenges, the increase in the national debt, labour mar-ket casualisation, increasing income dif-ferences, and changes in laws and regula-tions governing the economy. The goal is to understand the post-war history and basic structure of the Japanese economy, as well as to learn to utilise basic statistics concerning its essential trends.


LECTURE COURSES IN JAPANESE AREA STUDIES

sion and projects, delivering individual and/or group presentations, and complet-ing brief writing assignments. The goal of the course is to familiarize students with the rich history and diversity of Buddhism in Japan, while attempting to address the question of what is particular-ly “Japanese” about Japanese Buddhism.

Japanese Religions I3 credits Fall

In Japan, a major portion of the people either tend not to identify themselves with any particular religion or profess that they do not have any religion at all. A quick glance at the Japanese life style would be contrary to the above statement. Gods, myths, nature, agriculture, evolving life style and modernity have changed Japanese attitudes towards religion yet they have not altered the Japanese reli-gious landscape.This course introduces students to Japanese religiosity, religious behavior and traditions. Further how in a highly modernized society Shinto, Buddhism, Christianity, New Religions and New new Religions coexist without much confron-tation shall be looked into from histor-ical and spiritual stand points. Besides focusing on the historical development of the different religious belief systems this course also looks into popular religious rites, rituals and practices. Students will also be taken to a temple or a shrine to experience the current religious life of the Japanese people.

Japanese Religions II3 credits Spring

This course explores topics in Japanese Buddhism through class discussion, pre-sentations, close readings, and fieldwork. We begin the course by observing the variety of Buddhist traditions, institutions, and customs in contemporary Japan. The remainder of the course is devoted to tracing such cultural phenomena back to their historical origins. Along the way, we examine the role Buddhism has played in the development of Japanese art and literature, politics and institutional his-tory, and, of course, religion. Students are responsible for preparing weekly readings, participating in class discus-


YOUNG, Jacquelyn Danielle (United States of America) American University

The Japanese Society II class brings up various topics of gender from the Edo era to modern day society. It intro-duces topics about gender in the workplace as well as gender roles during pre-modern day Japan. Japanese Society II is an interesting class and it’s a great introduction to gender studies. Students have the chance at the end of the semester to explore a topic that interests them. The class is a great way to meet other students and explore their cultural experiences through discussion. Students get into small groups to discuss that week’s reading and share their own experiences related to the content. The professor was well informed and would send articles that would update the class on the cur-rent state of gender affairs in Japan. I enjoyed the class. It broadened my perspectives on cultures not only in Japan, but throughout the world.

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LECTURE COURSES IN JAPANESE AREA STUDIES

a feudal economy into a development state and finally into a relatively open market economy. The course examines the causes and consequences of Japan’s economic miracle as well as the recent long period of stagnation. Specific topics include management, human resources, industrial groups, industrial policy, the automotive industry, the main bank sys-tem, financial markets and corporate gov-ernance. An additional goal is to prepare students for work in a Japanese organiza-tion.

Japanese Business II3 credits Spring

This course is an overview of Japanese business and management with a focus on the economic development after WWII, economic and demographic changes as well as production system and marketing. It also covers the life-time employment system, seniority-based compensation, knowledge management and distribution. The format of the course is lectures supplemented by class discus-sions. Lectures and assignments are in English and course grades are based on an assignment, short section quizzes and class discussions.

Japanese Foreign Policy

3 credits Fall

The course analyzes Japanese foreign policy since World War II from the basic post-war limitations on Japanese foreign activities to new efforts to forge a proac-tive diplomacy and security policy. The course covers in detail the nature and spe-cifics of United States-Japan relations in the area of politics and security, issues of Japanese activities in international organi-zations, and the specifics of Japanese for-eign aid policy. Also included is an expla-nation of Japanese relations with China, Korea, Southeast Asia, and Russia.

Topics in Management

Science in Japan3 credits Fall

In this course, Operations Research (OR) in Japan is introduced. OR is an academic field which seeks to develop systems that can be used to solve real world prob-lems. Originally developed in the USA and Europe, it is now used by both the public sector and business in Japan. This course provides an introduction to OR, illustrated with examples from Japan and around the world. Real-world prob-lems that our research group have tackled are also explored, such as the schedul-ing of supervisors for university entrance examinations, the location of journals in the Nanzan University Library, and the scheduling of teachers at a Nanzan high school and doctors at a local private university hospital. Previously, such sys-tems were created by hand, a very time-consuming process, but they can now be automatically made in just a few minutes.Usually, OR researchers use both math-ematics and computers extensively to solve real problems. However, in this

Japanese Economy II3 credits Spring

This course will discuss Japan’s contem-porary labour market. The labour market in Japan is undergoing significant chang-es, such as the decline in lifetime employ-ment, increases in part-time, fixed-term or temporary employees, a growing num-ber of female employees, greater flex-ibility in working hours, retreat of the seniority-based wage system and the emergence of a performance-based wage system. These changes are closely related to technological development, expansion of world trade and foreign direct invest-ment, increased competition, ageing, and changes in economic policies. The first half of this course examines the changes in the labour market and the economic background. The second half compares labour markets in Japan and other coun-tries, including the U.S. and Australia. In particular, it focuses on the differences in part-time or temporary employment, labour turnover, female career formation, and the system of support to working women. The goal is to understand the characteristics of Japan’s labour market and its relationship with the macro econ-omy, as well as to learn to utilise official statistics concerning trends of Japan’s labour market.

Japanese Business I3 credits Fall

This course is an introduction to Business in Japan. The objective is to learn what makes Japanese business special. It seeks to understand the best practices of Japanese business that can be adopted to improve world business practices. The course will help students understand the strengths and weaknesses of the Japanese approach to business. It starts with an examination of recent Japanese economic history. It covers Japan’s transition from

class, a minimum of mathematics is used and only EXCEL is employed to solve problems in one or two classes. This course will provide students with both a theoretical and a practical understanding of OR, and its application in Japan.

Japanese Politics I3 credits Spring

This course introduces students to some of the main features of Japanese politics, including political parties, elections, the role of the prime minister, the bureaucra-cy, and local government. The main focus of the course is on domestic politics, although the fundamentals of security, foreign, and trade policy are also covered. Students are encouraged to carry out their own research and to analyze Japanese politics using a variety of methods and approaches. Classroom presentations and discussion form an important part of the course.


BURCH, Sage St. Germain (United States of America) University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Japanese Politics was a great class! I took it during the Spring Semester of 2018. It was taught by Professor Potter, who was enthusiastic about Japanese politics and kept the class engaged. Professor Potter structured the class to encourage us to lead discussion and pose questions based on the day’s presentation and readings. For every class, a different student would use the readings to create a presentation, which would last the first half of the class. Each presentation would end with several questions, which were used to guide the discussion for the second half of the class. Professor Potter was an active participant in our discussions, and offered insight on and explanations for concepts that we didn’t fully under-stand. The readings for class were always insightful, and served as valuable introductions to the day’s topic of discussion. It’s a worthwhile class if you’re interested in Japanese politics and how it relates to concepts such as civil society, environmental policy, political parties, and welfare spending!

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OPEN COURSES

Multi-cultural Exchange Lounge (Stella)The new space to meet and mix with Japanese and other interna-

tional students at Nanzan University. The Multi-cultural Exchange

Lounge was opened as a space in which students can interact with

each other beyond the limits of nationalities or languages. You

can hang out and chat in Japanese, English, Spanish, and any lan-

guage – or any language that you wish. The Nanzan International

Ambassadors host many events such as lunch-talks or interna-

tional weeks during lunchtime or in the afternoon.

In addition to the lecture and seminar courses offered by the Center, students have the opportunity to study side-by-side with Japanese students in the fall semester by registering for selected courses from the regular undergraduate program at the University. Courses offered vary each academic year, so the list of available courses will be announced before the registration for fall semester. Courses currently scheduled for 2019-2020 are described below. Please note that registration for Open Courses is not available for the spring semester due to the differences between the Center’s academic calendar and the Japanese academic year.

Japanese Society and Law I

2 credits Fall

This course is an overview of Japan’s law and topical issues stemming from Japan’s legal environment and the challenges faced. It covers Japan’s Constitutional Law history, human rights cases and Supreme Court precedents. The format of the course is guided readings and the lecture method, supplemented by class discussions. Lectures, assignments and research materials are mostly in the Japanese language. Each student writes a substantial research paper on a Japanese legal topic of his or her choice subject to approval by the instructor. It must be the student’s own work and must include analysis of legal cases and court decisions as well as his or her own evaluations of the decisions. Students who wish to enroll must have a level of Japanese III or higher.

Seminar in American History2 credits Fall

This course offers joint research work on the significance on the U.S. presiden-tial election of 2016 and its significance and influence on Japan. That year’s race for the presidency was very controver-sial, especially symbolized by the word “Trumpism.” For instance, Mr. Donald Trump wants Japan to increase its self-defense capabilities including the posses-sion of nuclear weapons. He also rejects the TPP (Trans-Pacific Partnership). This seminar also focuses on domestic prob-lems such as generational and economic

will be expected to complete readings or homework tasks in preparation for each class. The course will be taught in English, but some student groups may choose to discuss in Japanese.

Special SeminarMedia Literacy in the Digital Age

2 credits Fall

The amount of information available to us through traditional and new media is vast and ever-increasing. How do we learn how to understand the messages we receive and can access, and how do we analyze and evaluate them? What creative techniques are used to attract or divert our attention from particular social issues? How do forms of popular media repre-sent and shape society in different cul-tures? In exploring these questions, this course considers the impact of media and the importance of media literacy in con-temporary societies through the lens of the humanities. In general, classes consist of three main components: (1) a lecture section by the instructor; (2) a viewing or reading section where students con-sider certain materials; and (3) a discus-sion section. The discussion component is critical to this course and students will be required to analyze film texts together in groups. Based on this discussion, stu-dents will present written reports. This seminar course is conducted in English and is jointly offered by the Department of British and American Studies.

gaps, as well as issues of race and ethnic-ity visibly polarizing U.S. constituents as the presidential campaign unfolded.

Special SeminarAn Introduction to the Social

Studies of Latin America

2 credits Fall

The course is delivered in practical ses-sions with the development of inter-twined theoretical and practical issues. The course attempts to grasp the major conceptual tools that would allow stu-dents to analyze and understand Latin American societies, especially in light of their heterodox historical roots, their pivotal role in the race of colonial and post-colonial powers and their conflicting unitary and fragmented identities. As a method of setting issues in context, vari-ous comparisons with Japanese society will be made. The course is conducted mainly in Spanish.

Special SeminarIntercultural Competence

2 credits Fall

In this course, we will consider the causes of intercultural misunderstandings and how to avoid them. We will examine and discuss various media samples, case stud-ies, and critical incidents, to identify pos-sible cultural values therein. Students are expected to critically examine their own cultural filters, and to try to move beyond them to consider intercultural encoun-ters from a variety of perspectives. The majority of class time will be devoted to discussion-based tasks, and students

Interaction with Local StudentsAt Nanzan, we understand the importance of interaction between

international and local students in helping our students from

overseas adjust to their new surroundings. In the first few days

of the arrival-orientation week, CJS students are taken in small

groups on campus tours led by local students who help to answer

questions about life at Nanzan and provide important information

about living in the Nagoya area. After the tour there is a welcome

party, offering another chance for local and international students

to get to know one another.

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Woodblock Printing (Hanga)

2 credits Fall and Spring

Students will create a hanga or wood-block printing. Ukiyoe hanga is a form of pictorial expression in Japanese art that is highly regarded on the interna-tional art scene. Involving a high level of skill and possessing its own unique style of expression, ukiyoe designs have greatly influenced European modern art. This class allows students to experience the concept of Japanese expression of art through hanga.

Japanese Culture and Tea Ceremony

(Sado)2 credits Fall and Spring

Through the tea ceremony, this course aims to deepen understanding of the experience that led to the development of Japanese society and to foster an appre-ciation of Japanese culture and spirit.

Traditional Japanese Dance (Odori)2 credits Fall and Spring

Students will come to understand the difference between the movements of farming people and horse-riding people (unifying force and centrifugal force), fundamental postures (the difference in types of walk depending on the role), the appearance of the fan in Japanese cul-ture (portraying its multi-layered nature). They will wear kimono and actually dance to music.

PRACTICAL COURSES IN THE JAPANESE ARTSThe Practical Courses in the Japanese Arts are especially popular and provide the perfect complement to our other courses, allowing students to gain an appreciation of Japan’s rich cultural heritage through aesthetic appreciation, intellectual application, and hands-on practice.

Flower Arrangement (Ikebana)


In this course, students experience ikeba-na, the Japanese traditional art of flower arrangement. Students gain an appre-ciation of ikebana through learning the basics of flower arrangement and how to handle flowers, and by understanding Japanese aesthetics.

Calligraphy (Shodo)


This course gives students the experi-ence of writing with a brush in traditional fashion. Various styles of writing kanji and kana are introduced and the origins and historical background of kanji are also studied.


CAVIEDES PARRA, Daniela (Colombia) Pontifical Xavier University

As an art student in my home country, I have heard many great things about the Japanese artist who gave life to this marvelous practice, and I could not wait to come to Japan and have a first-hand experience in woodblock printing. Thanks to the Center of Japanese Studies and its variety of courses, I was able to take the class. It is indeed fantastic, it soon became the perfect time for me to change a bit of environment, relax and yet learn many interesting things. The teacher was always very attentive and one of the best things is that there was no need to have any background in any art field. All you need is to be in the right disposition, and I assure you will have a great time at your own pace. You will see how through the process you will be able to give life to your very own ideas in some of the greatest art practices in Japan.


Alamsyah Nur Fauzy (Indonesia) Padjadjaran University

Learning Japanese is not all about language. From their behavior, way of thinking, and mostly is their culture we learn Japanese. At Nanzan, finally I have found a traditional Japanese art that I cannot experience back in my hometown. It is my favourite class, Japanese Tea Ceremony (Sado). This practical class is absolutely fascinat-ing. Drinking japanese tea, learning about te tea, making tea in different traditional styles, wearing a kimono, and enjoying lots of Japanese traditional confectionary was lots of fun. However, what I will always remember about this class is ‘wakeiseijyaku’. It is a word formed by four kanji’s representing The Way of Sado. 和 (wa) represents harmony, 敬 (kei) represents respect, 清 (sei) represents purity, and 寂 (jyaku) represents calmness. When you enter this class you will immediately feel the har-mony of the class build based upon respect from the host and guest, purity of boiled water and tea powder, and the charm of the calm class atmosphere. I am looking forward to sharing what I have experienced back at my home university.

Woodblock Printing (Hanga)Student Voice

Japanese Culture and Tea Ceremony (Sado)Student Voice


PETERS, Alex Mari (United States of America) Northern Arizona University

Nanzan University offers various courses within the CJS study abroad program, including Japanese art classes. This semester I had the opportunity to take Ikebana or flower arrangement for the first time. Not only was it really fun but I learned a lot from the class. Every week we would have different types of flowers to arrange as well as new types of arrangements we could practice. Typically the professor would show us where each flower would go on the kenzan and we would follow along with her. Then they would go to each person’s arrangement and show them what could be changed to make it better. If I had the opportunity to take this class again I definitely would and I highly recommend everyone to take it as well.

Flower Arrangement (Ikebana)Student Voice


Lamaocao (China) Qinghai Nationalities University

As you know, Chinese uses only characters with no phonetic script, and calligraphy is also very famous in China. I am from China, but I only did calligraphy, or shodo as it called in Japan, for one week when I was at elementary school. For that reason, I did not really know how to write characters or how to hold a brush, and so the charac-ters I wrote were not very attractive to look at. But being able to write well is important, and although I wanted to learn how to do so, I never had the opportunity to do so back in China. For that reason, I’m really pleased to have been able to take the shodo class at Nanzan University. The most important thing in the shodo lessons is the time spent practicing. Practice is not that demanding and is the best way to improve. I was really glad to see that my writing was gradually getting better thanks to lots and lots of practice. It was also really enjoyable to interact with the other international students through the study of shodo. At the end of the course I was able to make my own personal seal, which was an interesting thing to do. Apart from that, I would like to express my gratitude to our teacher. She was a really kind person, who not only explained all sorts of things to us, but would always come 30 minutes early to prepare for the lesson that started at 1:30pm. A lot of hard work was required to set up properly, so I would like to say thank you for that extra effort that she put in.

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Documents

CADEMIC PROGRAM Daily Schedule (Sample)...sions and essential vocabulary are also introduced. This course uses Genki I (Lessons 1 to 12) or its equivalent. Goals Be able to communicate