JPAN 3270 Culture of Japanese Lit

This course examines the rich and varied literature of Japan through a variety of genres: myth and poetry derived from oral traditions in ancient times; classical Court masterpieces like The Tale of Genji; the world of samurai ballads, Noh theater and tea ceremony; Buddhist contemplations; haiku poetry; and the bawdy “Floating World” of Kabuki, townsmen, and geisha. The culture of producing and consuming “literature” is explored together with how these forms influence world literature and global culture today. All readings will be in English.
Credits: 3.0