82-273 Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture

9 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course is an introduction to modern Japanese culture, examining Japanese society, its socialization processes, and the role of language in expressing, transmitting and maintaining social structure and cultural values. Learning key concepts to better understand Japanese culture and society from the post war to present-day Japan, students develop a range of skills to analyze cultural perspectives from observable behaviors and social phenomena. Students explore cultural diversity in relation to the traditional view of Japan's homogeneity.This course is taught in English and is intended for those who want to gain better understanding of modern Japanese society and of their own cultural identities, as well as for students of the Japanese language.

Prerequisites: none listed

Offered: Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025

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