Japanese Culture through Anime and Manga 3 Units (AA/AS; Citrus C2; Citrus D1; CSU; UC; Cal-GETC 3B) 54 lecture hours

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This course provides a glimpse into Japanese culture through an investigation of select themes in anime (“Japanese animation”) and/or manga (printed cartoons and graphic novels). Some prominent issues discussed include (1) post-war national trauma and the making of modern Japan, (2) history as a tool in identity formation, and (3) socio-cultural issues in contemporary Japanese society. No knowledge of Japanese language or culture is necessary, and classes are conducted fully in English.