Japan-in-Asia Cultural StudiesProgram
Graduate School of Humanities
Program Overview
Master
AWARD
Master's Degree in Japan-in-Asia Cultural Studies
DURATION
2Y
SCHOOL(S)
Graduate School of Humanities
Japan-in-Asia Cultural Studies Program
Program Introduction
The Japan-in-Asia Cultural Studies (JACS) program is an interdisciplinary humanities program that explores the complex and multifaceted relationships between Japan and other East Asian countries. The JACS curriculum focuses on cultural history, cinema, media, and visual culture, and literature, but it is important to note that this program goes beyond the mere study of culture. Rather, JACS is grounded in the theoretical framework of cultural studies, which examines culture as a dynamic social and political process that is shaped by power, ideology, and identity. Cultural Studies scholars analyze cultural artifacts and practices not only as reflections of society but also as products of power relations and struggles. This program provides students with opportunities to engage with a range of critical and theoretical approaches to cultural analysis, enabling them to develop the skills necessary to analyze and critique cultural texts and practices in a nuanced and thoughtful manner.
Graduates of the JACS program acquire specialized knowledge in cultural history, cinema and visual culture, and literature, as well as critical thinking, research, and communication skills that are invaluable in a variety of professional settings. In addition, the program provides students with opportunities to interact with distinguished scholars from around the world, broadening their intellectual horizons and deepening their cultural understanding.
Take a look at the List of Available Research Groups below to see the full list of available research topics.
List of Key Research Topics
Japanese Transnational and Minority Literature / Asian Cinema History / Critical Film Analysis / Japanese Cinema History / Modern Japanese and East Asian History / Film and Screen Theory / Studies of Visual Culture / Japanese Literature and Translation / Japanese Literature and Gender / Modern Japanese Literature
How to Apply
The Japan-in-Asia Cultural Studies Program conducts its first round of admissions in January. A second, rolling admission period may be offered in May, depending on the availability of seats remaining after the first round. The availability of the rolling admission will be announced in mid-April on the G30 Graduate School Admissions page.
Applicants are advised to contact their prospective research supervisor in advance to confirm whether the research group can accommodate an additional graduate student. If you do not receive a timely reply, we recommend contacting another research group.
Contact information for program professors can be found in the List of Available Research Groups above or by emailing the Graduate School directly. The Graduate School’s contact details are provided at the end of this page.
Please click the “Apply Here” icon above to view the full application instructions.
Tips for a succesful application :
- Contact intended research supervisor in advance
- Make sure to align research plan to the research field of supervising professor.
- Include examples of past research experience (papers, conference participations etc.)
- Submit your application before the application deadline so AO can check your application for missing documents.
Contact Info
Student Affairs Division
For the admission requirements and scholarship related inquiry, please contact the student affairs division of the school that you are applying for.
Reseach Group
Applicants to the G30 Graduate Programs are required to contact their prospective research supervisor in advance to confirm whether the research group can accommodate an additional graduate student. If you do not receive a timely response, we recommend reaching out to another research group. Contact information for program professors can be found in the List of Available Research Groups below, or by contacting the Graduate School directly via email.
