This course will trace the social, political, and cultural developments in Japan from the first Parliamentary elections in 1890 to the current fiscal crisis in the 1990s. Using a wide range of sources, students will explore major themes in Japan's empire, World War, economic miracle, and troubled role as Asian leader. Major themes will include cross-cultural contact, world systems, and women's history. May meet either the Critical Perspectives: Global Cultures or Social Inequality requirement.

1 unit — Williams

Offerings

Term	Block	Title	Instructor	Location	Student Limit/Available	Updated
Spring 2024	Block 8	20th Century Japan	John Williams	TBA	25 / 25	06/01/2023