Advanced readings in Japanese fiction and
nonfiction to familiarize students with a range of
literary styles. Excerpts from contemporary
writers, which may include essays and short
fiction from Kawabata, Murakami, Tanizaki, others.
Emphasis on close reading, analytical writing,
detailed discussion of the texts. Topics vary from
year to year. With consent of instructor, may be
taken twice for credit.
nonfiction to familiarize students with a range of
literary styles. Excerpts from contemporary
writers, which may include essays and short
fiction from Kawabata, Murakami, Tanizaki, others.
Emphasis on close reading, analytical writing,
detailed discussion of the texts. Topics vary from
year to year. With consent of instructor, may be
taken twice for credit.
- Teacher: Satomi Newsom