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Goki Miyakita,
Keiko Okawa,
Akinori Takanobu,
tomohiko sumiyoshi,
Gian-Piero Persiani,
Takashi Horikawa,
Siyao Jiang,
Satoshi Takahashi,
and
Hope Z
Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more There are no special requirements for this course, but an interest in East Asian culture or history might be useful. You can use the hashtag #FLsinojapanese to talk about this course on social media.
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Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more There are no special requirements for this course, but an interest in East Asian culture or history might be useful. You can use the hashtag #FLsinojapanese to talk about this course on social media.
Topics Covered
Read more
Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more There are no special requirements for this course, but an interest in East Asian culture or history might be useful. You can use the hashtag #FLsinojapanese to talk about this course on social media.
Topics Covered
- History of textual culture in East Asia and Japan.
- Evolution of printing technology in Japan and its relationship with religion.
- Influence of China and Korea on Japanese book culture.
- Publishing activity by Zen temples in the medieval Japan.
- Publishing activity by scholars in pre-modern Japanese society.
- Publishing activity by local and central governments for education.
- Variety of types of books in Chinese studies.
- Brief introduction of well-known Chinese poem collections: Santishi and Tangshi xuan.
- Analects of Confucius, its reception, transition and influence on Japanese society.
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Deep dive into east asian textual history
According to students, this course offers a highly specialized and deep dive into Sino-Japanese textual culture through rare books. Learners praise its academic rigor and the expert insights provided by Keio University instructors, making it a unique resource for those with a strong interest in East Asian history. While it provides rich historical context, some may find the niche focus and lecture-heavy format better suited for dedicated enthusiasts rather than general learners.
Structured primarily around informative, detailed video lectures.
"I appreciated the well-structured and informative lectures that guided us through the material."
"The course provided a steady pace, allowing for thorough absorption of complex information."
"While highly informative, the format is primarily lecture-based, which suited my preferred learning style."
Ideal for learners with prior interest in East Asian history.
"This course is perfect if you already have a foundational interest in East Asian history or rare books."
"I would recommend this more for those who appreciate academic depth and niche historical studies."
"Newcomers to the subject might find it very dense without some prior exposure."
Delivers extensive historical background and cultural impact.
"I gained a much deeper understanding of the historical and cultural context surrounding these rare books."
"The course brilliantly connects publishing history with broader societal and intellectual developments in Japan."
"It was fascinating to learn about the evolution of printing and its profound cultural significance."
Presents rigorous academic insights from expert instructors.
"The instructors from Keio University present the material with impressive academic rigor and clarity."
"I found the detailed analysis of historical texts and their broader influence incredibly insightful."
"The depth of knowledge shared in the lectures truly showcased the instructors' expertise."
Deep dive into a unique academic area of East Asian studies.
"This course offered a unique exploration into the fascinating world of rare Sino-Japanese books, a topic rarely covered."
"I appreciated the deep dive into textual culture, which is incredibly unique and specific in its focus."
"For anyone genuinely interested in East Asian history and bibliography, this course is a real treasure."
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Time
12 hours
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FutureLearn
Institution
Keio University
Instructors
Goki Miyakita
Keiko Okawa
Akinori Takanobu
tomohiko sumiyoshi
Gian-Piero Persiani
Takashi Horikawa
Siyao Jiang
Satoshi Takahashi
Hope Z
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