Japanese Courses

1040 Introduction to Classical Japanese 1

10960 Mills

1. This course presents an introduction to the language of Japan’s classical literary texts such as Tale of Genji and Tale of Heiki. The readings include both prose and poetry. The class begins with the complete text of Hojoki (An Account of My Hut, 1212), and move on to other selections from the classical period as time permits. Literary and linguistic techniques are discussed, and the relationship to expressions in the modern language is analyzed. Reference materials dealing with classical Japanese language and literature are introduced.

2. Prerequisite: Japanese 1020 or equivalent.

3. No recitations.

4. Expected class size is 10 students.

5. This course is regularly offered during spring term.