Gender structures the lives of women and men in all societies, yet varies in shape and dynamics. In this course, we will explore the dynamics of gender in modern Japan, from the Meiji period to the present. Going beyond women as the primary focus of gender studies, readings will explore the structures, processes and practices, which contribute to gender difference and its reproduction in the economy, society, and the state. Themes may include gender and family relations in premodern and early modern Japan, the rise of the <del>good wife, wise mother</del> ideology in early twentieth century Japan, state regulation of reproduction and sexuality, the emergence of the New Middle Class and salaryman in postwar Japan, as well as contemporary issues, such as gender inequality in the work place, the delay in marriage and child birth and marginal masculinities.
Rooster
Tuesdays 9-11, Lipsius/204
See: rooster
Onderwijsvorm
seminar, in English & Japanese
Leerdoelen
In the second part of this course, students will primarily read Japanese texts related to the topics covered in the first part of the course in the first semester. Attendance of the first semester of this course is therefore required in order to complete the second part of the course. In addition to learning how to read and analyze Japanese materials and texts, students will also receive instruction and guidance on the preparation of the BA thesis in form of workshops focused on proposal and thesis writing, as well as the presentation of on-going research.
Literatuur
To be announced
Toetsing
Participation element (attendance, participation in writing/research workshops, presentation of thesis proposal and draft) 30%, Translation element 50%, Review element (literature review): 20%
Informatie
Mw. Dr. M. Kato M.kato@hum.leidenuniv.nl
Enrollment/ Aanmeld- en inschrijfprocedure colleges en tentamens: <http://www.hum.leidenuniv.nl/japans/studenten/aanmeldingsprocedure.jsp>
Blackboard/webpagina
Blackboard plays an essential part in this course. All important information about the course, including the syllabus, course requirements, and other information, except for the course readings, will be available on the course website. As part of class participation, students will also be required to make weekly postings on the Blackboard website. Internet access is therefore essential in order to complete this course.
Ingangseisen
To enroll in this course, students must have successfully completed BA3 Focus Gender Dynamics in Contemporary Japanese Society I.