Courses and Syllabi
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Japanese Fall 2026
Undergraduate
JAPA 101: Introduction to the Japanese Language (3 Credits)
Includes basic grammar, oral expression, listening comprehension, and reading and writing. Notes: Students may not receive credit for JAPA 101 and JAPA 110. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to JAPA 110.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
Additional Course Details: Taught in Japanese
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 101 - 001: Elementary Japanese I — Ayaka Mitsui — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Enterprise Hall 274
- JAPA 101 - DL1: Elementary Japanese I — Chiu-ching Tseng - Online
JAPA 110: Elementary Japanese (6 Credits)
Introduces elements of grammar, vocabulary, oral skills, listening comprehension, reading, and writing. Notes: Students may not receive credit for JAPA 110 and JAPA 101, 102. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to JAPA 101, JAPA 102.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
Additional Course Details: Taught in Japanese
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 110 - 001: Elementary Japanese — Ayaka Mitsui — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM TR - Horizon Hall 5012
JAPA 201: Intermediate Japanese I (3 Credits)
Further development of skills acquired in JAPA 101 and 102, including grammar, oral expression, listening comprehension, reading and writing. Use of written language (katakana, hiragana, and kanji) emphasized. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: JAPA 102, JAPA 110, or equivalent.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
Additional Course Details: Taught in Japanese
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 201 - 001: Intermediate Japanese I — Ayaka Mitsui — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - Enterprise Hall 275
- JAPA 201 - DL1: Intermediate Japanese I — Chiu-ching Tseng - Online
JAPA 202: Intermediate Japanese II (3 Credits)
Continuation of JAPA 201. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: JAPA 201 or equivalent.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
Additional Course Details: Fulfills Frgn Lng requirment, Taught in Japanese
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 202 - 001: Intermediate Japanese II — Mika Hama — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Horizon Hall 5008
JAPA 310: Japanese Culture in a Global World (3 Credits)
Study of globalizing Japanese cultural phenomena from the 19th through the 21st century. Explores how movements of ideas, technologies and products across borders influence both local and global ideas and practice. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Global Understanding
Specialized Designation: Non-Western Culture
Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 101 or equivalent or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 310 - DL1: Japanese Cult in a Global Wrld — Mika Hama - Online
JAPA 320: Japanese Cinema (3 Credits)
Comprehensive analysis of Japanese cinema based on cross-cultural perspectives and cultural criticism. Major developments and trends as viewed in selected Japanese films with emphasis on post war and contemporary eras. Knowledge of Japanese history, communication, and cultural studies or film and media studies helpful. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with approval of department. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 6 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 320 - DL2: Japanese Cinema — Toshiko Parrish - Online
JAPA 330: Advanced Reading and Speaking I (3 Credits)
Designed for students to develop conversational proficiency and reading skills. Students work toward a mastery of linguistic and sociolinguistic rules by incorporating reading and speaking abilities through class discussions, reports, and presentations. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: JAPA 202, appropriate placement score, or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
Additional Course Details: Taught in Japanese
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 330 - 001: Advanced Japanese Speaking — Toshiko Parrish — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM W - Planetary Hall 122
JAPA 340: Topics in Japanese Literature (3 Credits)
Study of selected topics in Japanese literature in English translation. Content varies. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. May be repeated within the degree for a maximum 6 credits.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Literature
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies, Non-Western Culture
Recommended Prerequisite: ENGH 101 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 340 - DL1: Japanese Tales of SuprNatural — Sakiko Kajino - Online
- JAPA 340 - DL2: Contemporary Japanese Fiction — Sakiko Kajino - Online
JAPA 440: Integrated Study of Japanese Language and Society I (3 Credits)
Integrated approach to study of Japanese language and society through grammar review, vocabulary and kanji development, intensive practice in spoken and written Japanese, and sociological and cultural readings and analysis. Includes class discussion, oral and written reports, and out-of-class direct interactions with native speakers. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: JAPA 331, appropriate placement score, or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
Additional Course Details: Taught in Japanese
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 440 - 001: Integr Study Japan Lang/Soc I — Mika Hama — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM MW - Horizon Hall 5008
JAPA 320: Japanese Cinema (3 Credits)
Comprehensive analysis of Japanese cinema based on cross-cultural perspectives and cultural criticism. Major developments and trends as viewed in selected Japanese films with emphasis on post war and contemporary eras. Knowledge of Japanese history, communication, and cultural studies or film and media studies helpful. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with approval of department. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 6 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 320 - DL2: Japanese Cinema — Toshiko Parrish - Online