HIST-3240 Modern Japan
(SELF & SOCIETY, ENGAGING DIFFERENCE) This course covers modern Japan since the Tokugawa period. It will focus primarily on social, political, economic, and diplomatic events. Special attention will be given to Japan's cultural foundation, the Meiji reform, economic development, the rise of militarism and nationalism, World War II, the American Occupation, and postwar growth. No prior knowledge of Japan is assumed or required. Formerly HIS-384.