Courses and Syllabi
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Japanese Spring 2026
Undergraduate
JAPA 102: 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 102 and JAPA 110. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to JAPA 110.
Recommended Prerequisite: JAPA 101, 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 102 - DL1: Intro to Japanese II — Ayaka Mitsui — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - 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
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 110 - DL1: Elementary Japanese — Ayaka Mitsui — 09:30 AM to 11:20 AM MWF - Online
- JAPA 110 - 001: Elementary Japanese — Chiu-ching Tseng — 11:30 AM to 01:20 PM MWF - Innovation Hall 336
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
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- JAPA 201 - 001: Intermediate Japanese I — Chiu-ching Tseng — 04:30 PM to 05:45 PM MW - Krug Hall 19
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 — Toshiko Parrish — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM W - Horizon Hall 5012
JAPA 240: Introduction to Japanese Culture (3 Credits)
This introductory survey course covers Japanese history, culture, and society from prehistory until the present day. It is designed to familiarize students with key aspects of Japanese culture that inform contemporary viewpoints and social issues. This class will provide a foundation of basic knowledge about Japan that will serve as a springboard for future engagement with the nation, its people, and its cultural legacy. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
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 240 - DL1: Intro to Japanese Culture — Toshiko Parrish - Online
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 331: Advanced Reading and Speaking II (3 Credits)
Designed for students to develop conversational proficiency and reading skills. Students continue to develop 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 330, 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 331 - 002: Adv Reading/Speaking II — Toshiko Parrish — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM W - Horizon Hall - Hybrid
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.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
JAPA 350: Readings in Japanese Culture (3 Credits)
An integrated content-based Japanese course designed to advance students' oral and writing skills, as well as their critical understanding of Japanese culture and mythology. Introduces a variety of genres, such as rakugo (traditional comical story-telling), shinwa (myths), and mukashi-banashi (folk legends). Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: JAPA 202, appropriate placement score, or permission of department.
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 360: Topics in Japanese Popular Culture (3 Credits)
In-depth look at anime and manga in order to arrive at a deeper understanding and appreciation of the cultures and histories that generated these art forms, as well as how they continue to shape international entertainment media and fan subcultures. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. May be repeated within the degree 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 360 - 002: Intro to Anime and Manga — Mika Hama — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Horizon Hall 5008
JAPA 441: Integrated Study of Japanese Language and Society II (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. More emphasis on actual use of Japanese language. Offered by Modern & Classical Languages. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: JAPA 440, 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 441 - DL1: Integr Study Lang/Society II — Ayaka Mitsui - Online