Religion in Anime and Manga

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Course Description

Religious themes and topoi are ubiquitous in Japanese anime and manga. In this course, we will examine how religions are represented in these new media and study the role of religions in contemporary Japan. By doing this, students will also learn fundamental concepts of Buddhism and Shinto.

Grading Basis

RLT - Letter (ABCD/NP)

Units

Min

Max

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

Components

Course Component

SU Intro Seminar - Freshman

Enrollment Optional?

This course has been approved for the following WAYS

Aesthetic and Interpretive Inquiry (AII), Exploring Difference and Power (EDP)