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CENTER FORJAPANESE STUDIES

A Message from the President of

Nanzan University

CONTENTSCENTER FOR

JAPANESE STUDIES2013-2014

Hominis Dignitati – For Human DignityAs a member of Nanzan University, I have become familiar with the idea that there is more to education than acquiring know-how for surviving, and, perhaps, even getting ahead, in the global society. I see uni-versity education as a chance to think once more about, and get a new perspective on, a well-known adage of ancient Greece.

Know yourself

On the surface, this means, perhaps, nothing more than “know yourself in the rapidly evolving context of globalization” (“know your comparative strengths and weaknesses that help you to survive and succeed in the global society”), but I believe that there is much more to life than success – material or otherwise. To know oneself is, in itself, an important aim of education – and an educational environment that exists by necessity in an internationalized and globalized society provides plenty of opportunities to look to the out-side in order to get a better understanding of oneself. By learning together with people from other cultures and languages, we get a more complete picture of what it means to be a human being; each of us becomes richer by learning first hand, through actual experience and interaction, about the great diversity that con-stitutes our common human dignity.

For over thirty years, the Center for Japanese Studies at Nanzan University has been helping people to communicate across cultures through its one-year program in intensive Japanese language and its courses on Japanese society and culture. Extracurricular activities, opportunities for homestay, and daily interac-tion with students and faculty from many different countries, beginning with Japan, also provide expe-riences for increasing cultural awareness and understanding of the wider world. In addition, for those who don’t want to commit themselves to a one-year program, there is the “Nanzan Summer Japanese Program,” a six-week intensive course newly established in June 2012.

Why not join us at the Center for Japanese Studies at Nanzan University? You can discover for yourself that learning is not a one-way process, that you will be able to contribute toward a global society based on human dignity – through the culture, language, and values you bring with you to Nanzan University. Together with likeminded people from around the world, you will be able to deepen your understanding of cultural differences, learn to see the world from a wider international perspective and develop your abilities to communicate across cultures in this age of rapid and profound global change – and, I hope, help in tearing down the walls and fences that prevent us from realizing the full potential of our common human dignity.

1 A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF NANZAN UNIVERSITY

2 THE CENTER FOR JAPANESE STUDIES

10 THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM2013/2014 CJS Course OfferingsCourses in the Japanese LanguageJapanese Seminar CoursesLecture Courses in Japanese Area StudiesOpen CoursesPractical Courses in the Japanese Arts

23 ACADEMIC GUIDELINES

24 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2013–2014

25 FINANCIAL INFORMATION

26 SCHOLARSHIPS

28 CAMPUS MAP

30 ACCOMMODATION

36 HEALTH AND ACCIDENT INSURANCE

37 APPLICATION PROCEDURES

39 IMMIGRATION PROCEDURES AND PAYMENT OF FEES

40 NANZAN UNIVERSITY–A UNIVERSITY FOR LIFE

41 INSTITUTIONS REPRESENTED AT THE CENTER FOR JAPANESE STUDIES, 2011–2012

42 CJS MEMBERS OF STAFF

43 NAGOYA–THE FRIENDLY CITY

President, Nanzan University

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Intensive Language Instruction

Communication is the key to understand-ing culture. Japanese courses at Nanzan therefore stress all four language skills: speaking, listening, reading, and writ-ing. Intensive courses from elementa-ry to advanced Japanese are offered by outstanding and experienced Japanese teaching professionals. Rapid progress in the language soon allows students to make the most of their newfound fluency by taking advantage of the many extra-curricular learning opportunities that are available. The Japan Plaza next to the CJS office provides a space for students’ interaction using only Japanese.

Courses in Japanese Studies

Students can take a range of seminars conducted in Japanese and designed for specialized study of the Japanese lan-guage. Courses in business Japanese and Japanese for the tourism industry pro-vide an opportunity to apply language study to future career goals. Registration in selected Nanzan undergraduate courses is also possible during the fall semester. For those whose language ability does not allow them to cope with courses in Japanese there is also a wide selection of lecture courses taught in English. Courses include economy, business, culture and arts, culture, religions, literature, politics, foreign policies, fieldwork, and the his-tory of Japan.

Understanding through creativity

Courses in traditional Japanese arts are offered to help students develop a deeper appreciation of Japanese culture. At Nanzan the emphasis is on learn-ing through practice rather than on an abstract, theoretical approach. Flower arrangement (ikebana) classes quickly move from the basics to original flower arrangement, while calligraphy (shodo) courses call for a brush in the student’s hand from the start. Chinese black ink painting (sumie) lessons and woodblock print (hanga) sessions by master print-makers have the student learning practi-cal techniques right away. Tea ceremony (sado) affords students the opportunity to combine practical experience with study of the philosophical and cultural back-ground of the art.

Immersing yourself in the culture

What could be a better way of immers-ing oneself in a culture than living with a Japanese family? The Center’s homestay program has been extremely well received and appreciated by numerous students at the Center. These live-in situations give everyone a precious opportunity to com-municate across cultures and to make life-long friendships. The opportunity makes students understand that in actual fact the distance between faraway countries is no greater than the distance between people—between “you and me.” Students may also be accommodated in one of the privately managed dormitories available to Center students and can experience living togeth-er with Japanese students, or even compa-ny workers. Meanwhile, the University’s off-campus international dormitories give students the opportunity to live with a Japanese roommate in an international, intercultural setting.

Japan PlazaIn April 2011, the Japan Plaza opened right next to the CJS office in the new building. In the Japan Plaza you can com-municate with Japanese and foreign stu-dents only in Japanese. You can practice what you have learned in class imme-diately after class. A graduate teaching assistant is always available to answer your questions. The Japan Plaza is open every day in the afternoon.

The whole of Japan is your classroom

To complement the academic program, the Center for Japanese Studies offers several trips and study tours to places of special interest in the area. In recent years, these trips have included visits to historic Kyoto and Nara, a stay at a Zen Buddhist monastery where students can experience the simplicity, austerity, and discipline of the peaceful Way of Zen, and a tour of a Toyota Motors assembly plant. Nanzan students welcome Center students to their clubs, sports activities, and social activities. Local groups often extend invitations to Center students to attend festivals, performances, and com-munity events. All of these experiences provide a welcome, unique exposure to another way of life with people from around the world.

The Center for Japanese StudiesSince its founding in 1974, the Center has been a leader in Japanese language studies, with the goal of helping each student develop a better understanding of the Japanese people and language. By living and learning in Japan, students at the Center experience the “real Japan” together with a wide cross-section of people from other countries and cultures. The result is a dynamic group of students from many different backgrounds united in their goal to discover Japan.

Over thirty years of experience in educating international leaders

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CENTER FOR JAPANESE STUDIES 2013-2014

The Center for Japanese Studies

Making the Most of Your Stay

Tour of the Toyota Motors Assembly PlantCenter students have the opportunity to tour the assembly plant of the world-famous Toyota Motors, where they can learn about the automotive industry as well as Toyota’s vehicle production and corporate management systems. With plenty of opportunity to ask questions, students enjoy this popular field trip whether they are interested in business or the automotive industry or not.

An Evening of KabukiStudents may choose to spend an eve-ning enjoying the classical Japanese art of Kabuki. In order to gain a better apprecia-tion for the art, there is a brief introduc-tion to Kabuki prior to the performance, and they also have the rare opportunity to go on a backstage tour.

The Zen ExperienceThe visit to a Zen Buddhist monastery is unforgettable. Students experience the peacefulness of sitting in meditation, or zazen, as well as the austerity of the Buddhist diet.

The Center’s Special Excursion

Nagoya’s central location makes day-trips convenient and economical. Students have the chance to participate in a Center-arranged one-day bus tour. Trips in the

past have been to such historically rich and beautiful places as the ancient capital city of Kyoto and the Shinto shrines at Ise.

Tour of Tokugawa Art Museum and Nagoya Castle

This half-day tour starts at Nagoya’s famous Tokugawa Art Museum, before moving on to Nagoya Castle. At the museum, students learn about a treasure trove of Edo period history. In the castle donjon, which symbolizes the pride and power of Nagoya, students may find the exhibits describing the lifestyle of local lords.

Here is a glimpse of some of the culturally rich activities that students at the Center for Japanese Studies can enjoy.

Interaction with Local StudentsAt Nanzan, we understand the importance of interaction between international and local students in helping our students from over-seas adjust to their new surroundings. In a first few days during the arrival – orientation week, Center students are taken in small groups on campus tours led by local students, who help to answer questions about life at Nanzan and provide important informa-tion about living in the Nagoya area. After the tour there is a welcome party, offering another chance for local and international students to get to know one another.

Center students also have the opportunity to interact with local students at “Coffee Hours”, which are organized by local students, and are held once or twice a month.

<Message from “Coffee Hour” students>Hello! We hold “Coffee Hour” events every month as good opportunities for cultural interaction between Nanzan international and local students. You can definitely make friends here. Join us!

mocha, and of course drinking the tea all involve special procedures. The practical art courses are taught in Japanese but don’t allow this to scare you. The instructors are willing to assist every student to ensure that all the mate-rials covered are understood, even by the beginning Japanese students. I was in IJ-300 during the spring semester of 2012 and was able to follow most of what the instructors said. When I had difficulty understanding, I would ask for further information and guidance, which the instructors gladly gave. As long as you’re willing to learn, and are up for a bit of a challenge, the practical art courses can be very rewarding. If you want to gain a better understanding of a few of Japan’s traditional arts while also clearing and calming your mind, the Shodo and Sado classes will be for you.

Ni Komang Triayu Desiari Dewi (Indonesia)CJS Class of 2011-2012Udayana University

When I came to Japan last year, I started to learn Japanese from the very basic level, which was very far from being fluent. Learning to

understand Japanese using hiragana and katakana naturally took a long time, but because we had at least one quiz or test such as a kanji test, a vocabulary quiz, or a model conversation check every day, that helped our Japanese skills improve very quickly. Our teacher was always well prepared, which helped us under-stand things. Learning about polite lan-guage was a particularly unforgettable chapter. Nanzan also provides a good place for us to interact directly with Japanese stu-dents at the Japan Plaza by only using the Japanese language. Other fun activi-ties were also arranged for us to give us extra experiences such us coffee hours, tours, or parties. Something really good that I have gained here at Nanzan University, was to be able to understand the local culture and society by studying the Japanese language. That also helped me with my host family, making my social life much easier. Besides that, I took Japanese art and culture through classes such as Shodo (Calligraphy), Sado (Tea Ceremony), and Ikebana (Flower Arrangement). They were amazing. I love those kinds of Japanese art and culture classes. Because my basic major is economics, I also took Japanese Economy I and II in order to gain a wider point of view of the Japanese economy in comparison with other economies. Lastly, while I have not reached the level of fluency, I have had precious experi-ences here, not only in terms of what I

achieved in class, but also as an experi-ence in life.

TEETERS, Salina Jean (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012University of Nebraska, Lincoln

When I first enrolled in Calligraphy (Shodo) and Tea Ceremony (Sado) I wasn’t sure what to expect. I had attended a few calligra-

phy classes before arriving at Nanzan but the classes were mostly tutorials on Western style writing. As for Tea Ceremony, I had only seen it in movies but was greatly impressed by the beauty and grandeur of the steps to prepare the tea. I was hoping to learn how both tasks are completed and the rituals behind each. I was also thinking the classes would be a great way to relax and help me focus a little better while studying Japanese. Both classes more than fulfilled my expectations and then some. I was glad to have a chance to learn the various styles of calligraphy encompassed by Shodo. I was also grateful to have ample time to practice each technique under the watchful eye of the instructor. I think the most exciting part was choosing kanji for, and then hand carving, my own hanko. The process took about two days and was well worth the time and effort involved. From day one of Sado, the sensei makes everyone feel welcome and at ease, and on day two, we were able to have a hands-on experience making tea and serving our fellow classmates. The rhythm and flow of the ceremony from start to end allowed everyone to enter into an almost Zen like state. I quickly learned that making the tea is only part of what actually happens during Sado. The observance of enter-ing the room, serving each other, eating

Here is what some of our recent graduates had to say about the CJS program

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COLDREN, David Adam (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012Bowling Green State University

Upon the commence-ment of this semester, I was not entirely sure what to expect from the 400 level Japanese class. I had previously

passed the 300 level, but the confidence in my Japanese was still not quite there. I felt as though I had constructed a solid base to which I could anchor myself in conversation, reading, etc., but yearned to be able to actually express myself how I so desired. 400 sated that desire and more. After having participating in the 400 class for several months now, I am shocked at how confident I have become in my language skill. I am able to travel around the country by myself with no fear what-soever, or have casual conversations with people whom I have never met before.I also learned how to use polite language, meaning that I am able to converse with superiors in a Japanese social context without being rude. I even gained the skill to apply for a job or internship using Japanese. Beyond that, I learned both polite and casual forms of speech and various speaking guidelines that allowed me to fully immerse myself in Japanese conversation and life without fear. In short, 400 is simply excellent.

LEE (李) , Si (思) (Singapore)CJS Class of 2011-2012Nanyang Technological University

As someone who has graduated from univer-sity and had already entered the working force prior to coming, I was a little nervous

about whether or not I could fit into my classes. However, to my relief, I quickly discovered that I not the only mature stu-dent, and that sharing the same enthusi-asm for learning Japanese and for all things Japan made it very easy for every-one to get used to the course.As I hope to eventually live and work in Japan, I also came to realize that Nanzan University was the best choice I could have made with its excellent busi-ness classes. Courses that I took included Japanese Business I, which was taught in English by an American professor. The course provided a very comprehen-sive and insightful overview of current Japanese business practices, for example, long-term employment, just-in-time pro-duction, and also explained the histori-cal development of these practices. I felt that taking this course was equivalent to reading a hundred books on Japanese business and even then, I would not have gained the insights that this course pro-vided.To complement the background knowl-edge I had, I also took Introduction to Business Japanese. I would highly recom-mend this course to anyone who wants to work in a Japanese firm or who would just like to understand and even speak honorific Japanese. At this course, in addition to honorific Japanese, we also learnt numerous set phrases that are com-monly in use in Japanese business, the unique aspects of Japanese business cul-ture (including the ‘to-dos’ and ‘not-to-dos’), and most importantly, how to con-

duct ourselves at an interview. I felt like everything taught here was very practical and would be invariably used in future.

OFNER, Theodore Joseph (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012Indiana University, Bloomington

IJ500 is more than like-ly one of the most important classes I have taken in my entire career as a student. Simply in terms of my

Japanese skill, it took me through the dif-ficult "middle phase" of language learn-ing and allowed me to reach a point where I feel comfortable continuing my language study on my own. The structure of the coursework, while at times seem-ingly overwhelming, leads you step by step through developing a solid founda-tion of reading, speaking and listening skills. While the number of quizzes and tests may seem gratuitous at times, this rigor keeps you consciously working, as it is easy to fall into a mindset of passivity while living in a native Japanese environ-ment. For anyone looking to study Japanese at an intermediate level, I can-not recommend this course more

ZEMAITYTE, Gintare (Lithuania)CJS Class of 2011-2012University of Leeds

When I first came to Nanzan University, I was happy to see lec-ture courses offered alongside the Japanese language courses. The

topics varied from Japanese culture to Japanese business and since almost everything was taught in English, I was able to get the most out of the classes. Having studied Japanese culture before in my home university, I chose to attend the Japanese Religions class. It proved to be a good way to continue building my knowledge about various aspects of Japanese culture and also provided me with a thorough introduction to Japanese religions.The course covered a range of topics, starting with Shinto and Buddhism in Japan and finishing with new religions, which I found particularly interesting. The professor, having lived in Japan for a while, also had a lot of personal experi-ences and stories to share, which made the lecture material all the more inter-esting. He would also inform us about various matsuri (festivals) happening in nearby regions so that the students could go visit. One time, a few people from the class actually participated in the rituals of one of the festivals, thanks to the help of the professor.Discussions and questions were always encouraged in class, which made it even more interesting. I would definitely rec-ommend this lecture course to anyone interested in Japanese religions and their role in modern Japanese society.

MOODY, Joanna Charlotte (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012Bates College

One of the best aspects o f t h e N a n z a n University Center for Japanese Studies (CJS) program is their ability to accurately place stu-

dents in an appropriate Japanese level. All of the students come from different backgrounds and come with differing Japanese abilities. This can make it hard to group students into classes so that everyone can move forward at the same pace. I was initially worried about finding a language level that would be both chal-lenging, but also manageable. However, the CJS program, which offers many intensive Japanese language classes, from beginner IJ200 to highly advanced IJ700, helped me to easily find exactly where I needed to be. I have found that the Japanese language instruction at Nanzan leaves nothing to be desired, particularly when it comes to the breath and balance of content within the language courses. My IJ500 and IJ600 classes addressed all the major aspects of Japanese fluency: speaking, read-ing, writing, and listening. This meant that there was useful instruction for any student. For example, a student could focus on their weakest area within the language, while continuing to reinforce other more developed abilities. Talking with other exchange students in the pro-gram, I found that this balance is a staple not just of IJ500 and IJ600, but of all the language classes at Nanzan. The more advanced language classes, while continuing to solidify foundational basics, such as grammar structures, par-ticle usage, kanji, and vocabulary, also challenged students to use their Japanese in more abstract and advanced environ-ments, such as speeches, research proj-

ects, and debates. I am satisfied with all of my class instruc-tion through the CJS program, but am particularly appreciative of the intensive and thorough language instruction that I received. The class structure, content, and environment have greatly helped me and many other exchange students to improve our Japanese language abilities.

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LANGEJANS, Raoul (Netherlands)CJS Class of 2011-2012Zuyd University

Apart from the daily Japanese language classes, CJS provides you with an array of other interesting cours-es about Japan. One of

these was the “Introduction to Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language” course. During this course, one can learn how Japanese is taught at the elementary level, and what lies at the base of lan-guage education. The course itself is des-ignated mainly for students who possess advanced Japanese skills or for those who would like to become an assistant teacher or fulltime lecturer of Japanese in the future. As I am interested in the latter, I decided to take this course during my stay at Nanzan University. During the first few weeks, we looked at the different ways language can be taught. For example, one can make stu-dents play an active role during class by making them speak and perform tasks, or one can opt for a more passive approach and focus on listening and writing exer-cises. There was little to no homework during that week but this changed as soon as we started giving our own lectures. These lectures were delivered both in groups and individually and limited to a set time. This means that one should think of a detailed teaching plan of what

one will be teaching, what to focus on, and in what timeframe. As I experienced firsthand, there is no such thing as a per-fect lecture, or a perfect teacher for that matter, but good preparation is probably the most important aspect to teaching in general. And, of course, experience helps a lot as well. After each lecture we received detailed feedback from our teacher, which we used to prepare for the next presentation. At the end of the course, you are expected to write a paper in Japanese explaining your teaching philosophy statement. So, in other words, if you are interested in teaching Japanese, or in language education in gen-eral, this course will be very useful for you.

MILLER, Brian Lanahan (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012Indiana University, Bloomington

When choosing lecture courses at Nanzan University, you’ll find yourself entrenched among a colorful vari-ety of options that sim-

ply don’t show up on the course lists of most Western universities. Flower Arrangement, Tea Ceremony, and other artistic gems of Japan’s profuse cultural identity are surely attention grabbers and among the most popular classes to learn about what makes Japan all the more “Japanese”. Unfortunately, the humble yet resonant world of modern Japanese literature is rarely given the same consid-eration. If you truly wish to experience and know Japan, as with any country, gaining an understanding of its literature is the best approach to take. In Japanese Literature III and IV, the works of now world-renowned Murakami Haruki, as well as the national literary treasures of Natsume Soseki and Dazai Osamu, are thoroughly dissected in both English and the original Japanese, uncov-ering not only their literary worth and achievement as novels but how the minds who wrote them fit into the complex archi-tecture of modern Japanese society, espe-cially with regard to the role of the for-eigner. Professor Hosoya, so enthusiastic and deeply-versed in Dazai and Natsume,

leads the class in English and Japanese, and is a delightful, provocative instructor who effortlessly harvests a deeper level of reading of these texts. If these names seem too unfamiliar, or if the course as a whole seems over-whelming, even altogether tedious, rest assured that the actual experience is far from either. Interacting and talking about the modern Japanese text through the Japanese language itself is an exhilarat-ing and intellectually fulfilling experience. Though the texts themselves are not nec-essarily intended for beginning Japanese learners, the vibrant and expert English translations of Donald Keene, Edward McClellan, and others ¬are paralleled throughout the course, allowing you to not only endear yourself to the literature of either language, but to deepen your language skills in doing so. If any of this sounds interesting, you will find Japanese Literature III and IV a worthy investment.

CHU (朱), Kin Yin (健言) (China)CJS Class of 2011-2012The Chinese University of Hong Kong

At the beginning of the semester, I was sur-prised to know that I had been placed in the h ighes t l eve l o f Japanese class. Sur-

prise then turned to concern as I realized that my classmates’ Japanese ability was far beyond mine. I was afraid to talk to them and the worse thing was that my confidence was further damaged by the first presentation in which I could not even get the audience to understand my topic. Fortunately, the teachers in my class believed in my potential and encour-aged me greatly. After every presentation, I was required to do a self-evaluation, which allowed me to understand my weaknesses and to think about how to

overcome them. Besides, reading materi-als selected were inspiring, motivating me to actively participate in class. Now I feel that both my confidence to speak and my ability to master Japanese have been extended a great deal. I am really grateful to my teachers for their support through-out my entire nine-month life as an exchange student at Nanzan.I have been getting along well with my classmates as well. Not only did we help out each other in class, but also hung out together in the holidays, going to karaoke lounges and to parties. We even discussed plans to visit each other’s country after the program. I enjoyed being with them and speaking Japanese with them.Studying at Nanzan was indeed a remark-able experience. The time spent with my teachers and classmates was undoubtedly the most precious part of my memory of student life in Japan.


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THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM

The following is a list of courses that will be offered in 2013/2014 at the Center for Japanese Studies. There is a wide variety of courses on offer in five categories: Intensive Japanese language, Japanese seminars, Lectures in Japanese area studies, Open courses, and Practical courses in the Japanese arts. Please note that the Center has adopted a new curriculum for the Japanese language.

2013/2014 CJS COURSE OFFERINGS

Japanese Language Japanese Seminar Courses Lecture Courses in

Japanese Area Studies Open Courses Practical Courses in the Japanese Art

New Intensive Japanese

Japanese for CommunicationJapanese Reading and WritingProject Work

Japanese for Communication Japanese Reading and Writing Project Work

Japanese for Communication

Japanese Reading and Writing

Project Work

Japanese Language Levels

Japanese for CommunicationJapanese Reading and Writing

COURSES IN THE JAPANESE LANGUAGEThe new curriculum started in Fall 2012. Please note some of the important differences from the previous program. We offer five levels of Japanese instead of six. The same levels of Japanese (from 300 level to 700 level) will be offered in both Fall and Spring.

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New Intensive Japanese 600

NIJ610 Japanese for CommunicationNIJ620 Japanese Reading and WritingNIJ630 Project Work

Prerequisites

kanji

Content

Goals

kanji



Prerequisites

hiragana katakana

Content

Genki I & II

Goals

kanji hiraganakatakana



Prerequisites

kanji

Content

Goals

Shinsho

kanji



Prerequisites

kanji

Content

Genki II Integrated Approach to Intermediate Japanese

Goals

kanji



Prerequisites

kanji

Content

Integrated Approach to Intermediate Japanese

Goals

kanji


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JAPANESE SEMINAR COURSESA high degree of proficiency in the Japanese language is required for participation in the seminars. Most of the seminars are offered in both the fall and spring semesters and are conducted mainly in Japanese.

Academic Japanese Reading

Fall and Spring4 credits

Japanese Media Literacy

Spring2 credits

Classical JapaneseSpring2 credits

Readings in Japanese Literature II

Spring2 credits

Academic Japanese Writing

Spring2 credits

Creative WritingSpring2 credits

Japanese in TourismFall and Spring2 credits

Business JapaneseFall and Spring2 credits

Intro. to Teaching Japanese as a

Foreign LanguageSpring2 credits

Elementary Japanese

kana kanji

University Preparatory Japanese

Spring2 credits

Readings in Social Sciences II

Spring2 credits

Readings in Japanese Literature I

Fall2 credits

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LECTURE COURSES IN JAPANESE AREA STUDIESAll lecture courses listed are taught in English by scholars highly qualified in their respective fields, although assignments for some courses may include work in Japanese.


Intro. to Academic Japanese Writing

Fall2 credits

Intro. to Creative Writing

Fall2 credits

tanka haiku

Intro. to Business Japanese


Japanese in Volunteering

Spring2 credits

Intermediate TranslationFall and Spring2 credits

Readings in Social Sciences I

Fall2 credits

Elementary TranslationFall and Spring2 credits

Japanese Business IFall3 credits

kaizen

shinjinruiotaku

Japanese Business IISpring3 credits

Japanese Economy IContemporary Japanese Economy

Fall3 credits

Japanese Economy IIEconomic Development of Japan

Spring3 credits

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Japanese HistoryModern Japanese History

Fall3 credits

Japanese Literature IIIFall3 credits

Norwegian Wood After

the Quake

The Great Gatsby

Japanese Literature IVSpring3 credits

KokoroNo Longer Human

No Longer Human

The Moon and Sixpence

Japanese Culture and Art I

Fall3 credits

Japanese Culture and Art II

Spring3 credits

Japanese CultureLanguage and Society in Japan

Fall3 credits

keigo

uchi/soto

Japanese Religions IFall3 credits

Japanese Religions IISpring3 credits

Japanese Foreign PolicyFall and Spring3 credits

Japanese Politics IIntroduction to Japanese Politics

Fall3 credits

Japanese Politics IIContemporary Political Issues in Japan

Spring3 credits

Fieldwork Research Methods for Japan I

Fall3 credits

Fieldwork Research Methods for Japan II

Spring3 credits

Survey of Traditional Japanese Literature I

Fall3 credits

Tale of Genji

Survey of Traditional Japanese Literature II

Spring3 credits

monogatari

Tale of the Bamboo CutterHamamatsu Chunagon Monogatari

Tale of GenjiPillow Book

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OPEN COURSESIn addition to the lecture and seminar courses offered by the Center, students have the opportunity to study side-by-side with Japanese students in the fall semester by registering for selected courses from the regular undergraduate program at the University. Courses on offer change each academic year, with final lists available before registration each fall semester. Courses currently scheduled for 2013–2014 are described below. Please note that registration for Open Courses is not available for the spring semester due to the differences between the Center’s academic calendar and the Japanese academic year.


Seminar in War and Peace: A Transnational

PerspectiveFall2 credits

Japanese Linguistics IIntroduction to Japanese Syntax

Fall2 credits

Japanese Linguistics IIPhonology

Fall2 credits

Japanese Linguistics IIIComparative Studies in Japanese and Korean

Fall2 credits

Approaches and Methods in Foreign Language Teaching

Fall2 credits

Principles of Language Education

Fall2 credits

Second Language Acquisition

Fall2 credits

Observation and Analysis of Japanese Language Activities

Fall2 credits

Studies in Japanese Language Pedagogy

Fall2 credits

Japanese Nationality LawFall2 credits

Seminar in American Foreign Relations: A View from Japan

Fall2 credits

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PRACTICAL COURSES IN THE JAPANESE ARTS

ACADEMIC GUIDELINES

CREDIT LOADS

GRADING

TRANSFER OF CREDIT

AUDITING OF CLASSES

REGISTRATION CHANGES

WITHDRAWAL FROM THE PROGRAM

CHANGES AND CANCELLATION OF COURSE OFFERINGS

Every effort is made to hold courses listed in the scheduled semesters, but offerings are subject to change without notice. Courses where teachers are not available or when class size is less than four students are subject to cancella-tion.

GUIDED INDEPENDENT STUDY

REGISTRATION FOR A SECOND YEAR AT THE CENTER

The practical courses in the Japanese arts are especially popular with our students and provide the perfect complement to our other courses, allowing students to gain an appreciation of Japan’s rich cultural heritage through intellectual application, aesthetic appreciation, and hands-on practice.


Woodblock Printing (Hanga)


baren

Japanese Culture and Tea Ceremony

(Sado)Fall and Spring2 credits

Flower Arrangement (Ikebana)


Calligraphy (Shodo)Fall and Spring2 credits

kanji kana

Chinese Black Ink Painting (Sumie)


Sumie

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ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2013–2014 FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Fall 2013

Spring 2014

Fall Semester Spring Semester Fall and Spring Semesters

Application fee 10,000

Mandatory Expenses

Sub-total (A) 360,000 360,000 700,000

Sub-total (B) 271,340 331,340 572,680

Total (A+B) 631,340 691,340 1,272,680

Other Expenses

All mandatory expenses are to be paid to Nanzan University upon admission and before coming to Japan. Invoices are issued and sent with the admission materials.

application fee

admission feetuition feehousing fee

security deposit all

accident insurance fee

National Health Insurance fee

textbook feesMiscellaneous expenses

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SCHOLARSHIPS

Monbukagakusho

SOURCES OF FUNDING

In order to qualify, at least one semester of Japanese language study must have been completed at the Center for Japanese Studies at the time the award is granted.

Competition is open to full-time students with a valid “college student” visa who are currently enrolled at the Center, excluding those already receiv-ing a scholarship from Nanzan or other outside institutions.

THE NANZAN HIRSCHMEIER SCHOLARSHIP

Competition is open to full-time students with a valid “college student” visa who are currently enrolled at the Center, excluding those already receiv-ing a scholarship from Nanzan or other outside institutions.

In order to qualify, at least one semester of Japanese language study must have been completed at the Center for Japanese Studies at the time the award is granted.

THE NANZAN TOMONOKAI SCHOLARSHIP

THE NANZAN TAKASHIMA

SCHOLARSHIPOnly students

registered at one of these institu-tions qualify for the Toyota–Nanzan Scholarship.

THE TOYOTA–NANZAN

SCHOLARSHIP

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CAMPUS MAP

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ACCOMMODATION

The Housing Section takes care of arrangements and can provide the following options. Please note that there are a limited number of places in each category and that it is often not possible to place all students in their first choice of accommodation. Every effort is made to accommodate students in their preferred choice, but flexibility is required. Please remember that accommodation arrangements are on a semester basis and that full-year students may be asked to change quarters after their first semester at the Center. The housing fee, to be paid in advance to cover accommodation for the duration of the course, is ¥60,000 per month regardless of the type of accommodation. Students who are housed in a dormitory or who did not request accommodation are refunded on a monthly basis, in accordance with university procedures for housing fee refunds, so that they can pay for their accommodation expenses.

The Homestay Program

Living in a Dormitory

Nagoya Koryu Kaikan

Yamazato Koryu Kaikan

Other Dormitory Options

Renting an Apartment

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ACCOMMODATION

Here is what some students think about our international halls of residence:

PANZER, Kyley Morgan (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012Arizona State University

Dormitory life at one of Nanzan’s International Residences was every-thing I didn’t expect it to be. That is to say, it was a satisfying lifestyle

that provided me with many wonderful experiences during my exchange at Nanzan University. Before arriving in Japan, one of my main concerns was that I wouldn’t enjoy my accommodation. As someone who had never lived in a shared space, I naturally worried about privacy, making friends, and so on. Thankfully, those fears were completely unfounded.As far as making friends goes, I have had the pleasure of getting to know and exchange culturally with people with diverse backgrounds who hail from all over the globe. Of course, among their number are the Japanese students who were always happy to help with any practical issues with life in Japan as well as chat in their mother tongue. People tend to think that it’s difficult to practice Japanese if you are not placed with a host family, but in truth, there are numerous opportunities to speak and hang out with Japanese students while living in a dorm. The dorm even facilitates events to help people break the ice and enjoy themselves (when they aren’t studying of course)! As for the change in living environment, there couldn’t have been an easier tran-sition. The open and friendly commu-nity within the dorm allows each mem-ber to feel more than welcome in their new home. Not to mention the wealth of life experience and life-long friends that

one has the opportunity to make there. In short, I couldn’t have made a better choice of or been more comfortable with my accommodation at the Koryu Kaikan and I would recommend them to anyone.

Lui, Lok Hang Jonathan (Canada)CJS Class of 2011-2012Carleton University

Before even pondering over whether you would like to live in a dormi-tory or do a home stay, you should first consid-er your priorities and

reasons for coming to Japan. If you’re like me, someone who likes to have some private space and plan some quiet time for themselves every so often without worrying about affecting others, then liv-ing in the dormitory is definitely the right choice. Not only is living in the dormitory a fun experience but it also enabled me to stay responsible for my time abroad: cooking my own meals, cleaning my room, and a variety of other dormitory chores. With this being said, without a doubt, the best thing about living in a dormitory is meeting people from around the world. It still makes me smile when I think about what a blessing it has been to be living with people from completely different cul-tural backgrounds. Everyone gathered with an interest in learning more about Japan, whether it be the language, cul-ture, among other things. In addition, there are also Japanese students living in the dormitories; so contrary to the com-mon misconception, there is always an opportunity to speak and practice your Japanese. Now when I travel to a foreign country, I can always count on the good friends I made during my stay in the dor-mitory to be my tour guide and take me around!In all honesty, living in the dormitory has

Family Accommodation

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proved to be the most memorable part of my stay in Japan. I came to Japan want-ing more than just to learn the language and experience the culture and I am leav-ing with more than I could have asked for. Being immersed in all these unfamil-iar cultures, values, and lifestyles really pushed me to reconsider, and subsequent-ly, reinforce my identity in society and the world. Most importantly, everyone living in the dormitory is supportive, knowing that we are all living in an ‘unfamiliar’ country we just want to help and look out for each other. All this encouragement really made me look forward to getting up each morning and anticipating what pleasant surprises the day had in store for me!

MELON, Lisa (France)CJS Class of 2011-2012University of Orleans

When I chose the accommodat ion I would be living in dur-ing my stay in Japan, I did not hesitate and asked to live in a dor-

mitory.It is often said that your Japanese will improve much more while living with a host family, but it actually depends on what you make of your stay. In a dormi-tory you have Japanese people of your age living with you, with whom you can talk and who share their knowledge of Japanese culture and society. It is also a great experience to live not only with Japanese people, but people from all over the world who all want to learn Japanese just like you. The dormitory caretakers are also of great help and are really nice people.Living in a dormitory is not all about learning though, and there were a lot of outings and various activities, such as going to restaurants, concerts, watching movies, celebrating traditional Japanese events or simply birthdays with everyone! My dorm mates are to me one of the most important aspects of my life at Nanzan

University, although there are many other good points, such as the proximity to the university or the fact that you are living independently.Now it is the end of my stay in Nagoya, and after one year I certainly do not regret my choice. I had a lot of fun with wonderful people whom I will never for-get, and am really grateful to all of them, as well as to Nanzan University for this stay!

TSUKAYAMA, Dane P. (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012The University of Hawaii, Manoa

Reflecting back on my year abroad and every-thing I was able to experience through liv-ing in my international dormitory astounds me.

It has been the best experience of my life. The international dormitory is like a gigantic, 50+ member family all living together. Through the dormitory I made friends with people from all across the globe and learned about their cultures. Whenever I had problems someone was always there to help me whether it was my roommates, friends, the dormitory manager, or Center for Japanese Studies staff. I traveled in Japan, staying at Japanese style inns (ryokan), experienced onsen, sang at karaoke, visited zoos, plan-etariums, and castles with my dorm mates. I am greatly indebted to my dorm and everyone who has helped make this study abroad journey so exciting. The best thing about the dorm is that it is right outside of campus so classes are merely a five-minute walk away. Many students doing homestays always looked sleepy during class as they had to wake up early to catch the train. I like to be awake during the night and sleep dur-ing the day, so the dorm was convenient, and unlike homestays, there were few rules and no curfew. Lastly, I never lacked anything at the dorm. I had everything I wanted and needed: any kind of food (Chinese, Japanese, American, Indian,

fast food, junk food, etc.), bath, friends, internet, and best of all, air- condition-ing and heating. I am not alone in saying that my heater was my best friend during Nagoya’s long winter months. These past nine months feel like a dream. Like a bullet train, it feels like time flew past me. Japan is truly unforgettable. Nagoya Koryu Kaikan, Nanzan Daigaku, friends that I made, and the cities I have seen will always have a special place in my heart.

KARANDIKAR, Dheeraj Deepak (India)CJS Class of 2011-2012Tilak Maharashtra University

I had read about the Nagoya Koryu Kaikan dorm, where interna-tional students live with Japanese students. I liked the idea of living

with Japanese and foreign students instantly. I wanted to stay in the dorm, because it is a very good place to interact and socialise with other students, but at the same time it provides some privacy and independence. I am a vegetarian, and in Japan cafeterias and restaurants do not have many vegetarian options. The dorm has a kitchen shared by four stu-dents and I could cook for myself, thus solving my vegetarian food problem. Interacting with the people in the dorm was an amazing experience. I made friends with people from various coun-tries and also became very good friends with the Japanese students. The commu-nity room (common room) in the dorm is a very interesting place. We could study, chat, watch TV, and play video games and sometimes party in the community room. The administrators of the dorm and the Japanese students were very kind and helpful. They tried to make our stay in Japan enjoyable by organising a lot of events and trips. It was indeed very enjoy-able experience. I met very good people here and I will try to come back to Japan and meet them again. I am very happy that I chose to live in this dorm.

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Here is what some students thinks about our homestays:

GOMEZ, Daniel Joseph (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012University of Notre Dame

When I was applying to go to Nanzan University and had to choose between staying in a dorm or in a homestay, I knew it had to be a homestay. I wanted to

see Japanese life from the inside, living with a Japanese family and sharing my experiences with them. From the very beginning, they treated me like family and helped me to get started in Japan. The day after I arrived, a typhoon hit Nagoya, and I, still being very jet lagged and only barely able to understand Japanese at that point, felt somewhat lost. But my host mother did her best to help me to get used to life in Japan, and kept my spirits up by telling me stories of her travels and past experiences with foreign exchange stu-dents. Once the typhoon had passed, we went out together to get my health insur-ance card, alien registration card, cell phone, and all the other things I would need in Japan, which I’m pretty sure I wouldn’t have known how to do had I gone by myself. Then, when classes were about to start, they showed me the way to the train station and explained how to buy tickets. On the first day of class, they actu-ally came the whole way to school with me to make sure that I wouldn’t get lost on the way. Thanks to them, I was able to get used to life in Japan very quickly and begin enjoying the many experiences that I would have with them and all the new friends that I made.

ELLISON, Holly Marie (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012Pacific University

When Nanzan says that the commute to your home stay may be a lit-tle far, it’s the truth. I was placed with a fami-ly out in Toyota City, and so with the short

walk to my local train station, and the walk to school from the subway, I need to leave home every morning at 7:35am to arrive at the front gates of Nanzan by 8:45am. While this long ride may sound rather daunting, I feel that it has been worth it. Before even mentioning how sweet my host mother is, I can honestly say that my morning and afternoon school commute was also another great experience stemming from my home stay. Commuting, especially by public trans-port, is a big part of Japanese life, and I was able to experience it while observing others’ “train lives” as well. It was also a perfect opportunity to blend in with the crowd and get a few minutes to relax, and maybe even take a nap!My host mother made me feel welcome right from the start. I’d had a long, rough two days getting to Nagoya due to a storm that caused my plane to divert to Tokyo. From there, of course, everything just got better. Due to both my and her busy schedules, I have not spent as much time with her as I have heard some other stu-dents talk of, but she has always helped me when I needed it, taken me through the daunting tasks at the ward office, and we’ve gone out a number of times on the weekend to relax and have some fun. She has also been fantastic at accommodat-ing my tastes when it comes to food. I have tried, yet cannot get used to nor eat, either sushi or nori, and she has made sure that I haven’t starved when half of my family at home had worried about what I’d actually be able to eat in a coun-try that’s thought to live on sushi. It will be extremely sad saying good-bye to her and my host brothers, but I know I will return to Japan at least once more in my life, and so that we may meet again, I have already been entreated to contact them when I return.

STEVENSON, Kate Elizabeth (Australia)CJS Class of 2011-2012Griffith University

My original plan for accommodation was to do a homestay for the first semester and then to move into one of the dormi tor ies f rom spring. I had always

wanted to live with a host family, and I thought then (and still do now) that a homestay would be the best way to devel-op my Japanese. I was, however, organis-ing an internship in Tokyo for after my exchange, so it made sense to have a ‘trial run’ of living independently. Within a month I had changed my mind. I had an amazing family, I felt incredibly lucky that they wanted to keep me for the year.My family took me travelling and helped me with everything from homework to hospital visits. They even put up with me making trips to Tokyo and then America for interviews and a conference mid-semester. My host aunt taught me ikebana, my uncle challenged me with philosophical discussions, and my host grandparents lent me the family kimono for my Coming of Age Ceremony. My host mother and I laughed a lot, and my host dad had a similar sense of humour and taste in music as my Australian dad. It was the first time that I had lived with younger siblings as well, primary school-ers. I was probably more nervous than they were! I settled in quickly though, and it was nice to play with the boys and help with dinner in the evenings. Living with a full family added a whole extra dimension to my exchange. They say that you don’t get as much time to hang out with uni friends on a home-stay, and that is probably true. But there was time. I came away with some amaz-ing memories of times with my friends and family. My younger host brother told me towards the end of my exchange that when he was at school he would talk about me as his older sister, or ‘onee-chan’. My family made me feel like I belonged there, so I could not have been happier.

ZOLMAN, Katelyn Amie (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012DePauw University

I stayed with a host family for the entirety of my stay in Japan, and I am so glad I did. Not only did my host mother make amazing food every day – both tradi-

tional Japanese cuisine as well as some Western meals every now and then – but it really felt like a second home. They were so laid-back and accommodating, and it was really great to be able to relax and practice Japanese with them outside of class in a less formal environment. They also took me to so many cool places that I wouldn’t have been able to go if I’d been living in the dorms and hadn’t had access to a car, and I’m so grateful for everything they’ve done for me. When I caught a virus, they went out of their way to look after me and help me get better, and talked me out of it when I tried to get them to let me go to school anyway. I admit I was very nervous at first, and almost opted for a dorm, where I wouldn’t have to worry about house rules and get-ting along with people whom I’d be spending an entire year with, but in the end I’m so glad I chose to stay with my host parents. With a little open-minded-ness and cooperation, the home stay experience can be an invaluable one. There have been so many experiences that I wouldn’t trade for anything. I even had some pretty intense conversations with my host dad that I don’t think I could bring up with a student whom I didn’t know very well, and I learned a lot from him, about Japanese culture and life in general. Albeit in different ways, I feel just as close to my host parents as my family

back home, and I will be very sad to leave.

PERRY, Michael Robert (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012California State University, Fullerton

Having a previous homestay experience when I was in high school, I immediately knew that it was the best choice. While a dorm is great for mak-

ing friends, in a homestay you join a fam-ily. Fortunately, I was placed with the best match possible for me. My host mother has become like a real mother to me: not only does she care for and worry about me, but she is very similar to my own mother. We joke around, teach each other various aspects of our own culture and language, and I can talk to her about anything. However, if that sounds too good to be true, it gets even better: she is an awesome cook, has taught tea ceremo-ny (so I was able to learn), ikebana (which went well with taking the class, because she’d arrange the flowers I brought home), and painting! Needless to say, it was an amazing experience, and easily the best of my life thus far. The rewards that come from a homestay, whether or not your host parent is super-woman, are far beyond that which people may expect. Living with someone for a semester or more creates a lasting bond. Aside from the obvious benefits of the consistent use of Japanese, and parental guidance in using correct particles and conjugations, you get the experience of living inside a Japanese home, seeing what the culture is like from the inside.

BRIXEY, Mandalyn Marie (United States)CJS Class of 2011-2012University of Missouri-Columbia

During my academic y e a r a t N a n z a n University, I had the opportunity to experi-ence both homestay and dorm living. For my first semester, I was

with the Sakakibara family in Ichinomiya, which is about an hour away from Nanzan. As an only child, I was very for-tunate to have a little sister, who is now

six years old, and a host mother fluent in English. While most might think of this as a disadvantage, we spent numerous hours speaking in Japanese and English. However, my first semester was full of hardships, and at times I rejected Japanese entirely, but Yuko always cheered me up and encouraged me to keep going, no matter how hard it was, which was something I didn’t normally experience in my own family. The father, Kenji, is a great dad and we liked to talk about technology and cooking, the latter I knew next to nothing about, but learned a great deal from him. My time spent with my little sister Miyabi, allowed me to relive my own childhood, only this time as a sibling. I will never forget that. During the winter break, I was transferred to two dorms, Yamazato Koryu Kaikan and Nagoya Koryu Kaikan. I enjoyed the hospitality of the staff and the opportunity to make new friends. I had never lived in a dorm before, so it was definitely a nice taste of college life for me. In my second semester, I am currently living in Irinaka with another host family. I have two sisters, one who is younger, and another who is one year older than I am, so I am the middle sister. The par-ents are just as nice as my host parents in Ichinomiya, but they are more strict as well, so I am constantly learning new lessons and learning from my mistakes. The mother makes it a habit to correct my Japanese everyday, and we laugh about experiences in the family or just about how our day went. The sisters always make a point to talk to me and I truly feel welcome. All in all, if I had to choose between a homestay and a dorm experience, I would definitely say try both. You can still get your Japanese speaking practice in a dorm if you get out there and talk to people, but a homestay is also a really good way to experience Japanese cul-ture and everyday life. I am so blessed to have been paired with both experiences and am very grateful to CJS for all they have done for me, including finding me wonderful families. That being said, I will have tons of new Skype additions when I add all of my host families and friends. You can never be too far away to stay in contact with others. Japan is my home away from home, and always will be.

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HEALTH AND ACCIDENT INSURANCE APPLICATION PROCEDURES

For the safety and welfare of our international students, Nanzan requires all full-time students to join the Japan National Health Insurance (JNHI) program and the Accident Insurance for Student Education and Research scheme.

Accident Insurance for Student Education

and Research

Japan National Health Insurance

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

Applicants must:

Meeting the above standards is not in itself a guarantee of admission, since the Center receives such a large num-ber of applications. Priority is thus given to the following applicants:

Students with physical disabilities

Those with special needs must declare any physical disabilities in their appli-cations and contact the Center regard-ing their needs.

NECESSARY DOCUMENTS FOR

APPLICATION

A completed application form.

An essay written personally by the applicant.

Official transcripts of academic records from all universities/colleges attended, accompanied by an explana-tion of the grading system. For high school graduates, a transcript of the applicant’s grades for each year of senior high school on the equivalent thereof is required

Two completed Confidential Ref er-ence Forms.

A completed Information Sheet on Japanese Language Study.

A non-refundable application fee (international applicants: US$100/ domestic applicants: ¥10,000)

A completed Financial Evidence Form

A completed Medical Information Form

A copy of the information page of your passport, if available.

Four recent full-face photographs

A completed Accommodation Application Form (for students requesting accommodation) or Accommodation Questionnaire (for students not requesting accommoda-tion).

Applications for 2013 Fall Semester:

March 1 – 31, 2013

Deadline: March 31, 2013

Applications for 2014 Spring Semester:

August 1 – 31, 2013

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APPLICATION PROCEDURES IMMIGRATION PROCEDURES AND PAYMENT OF FEES

NOTICE OF ADMISSION

Documents necessary for the issuing of visas are mailed to successful applicants approx-imately one month before the start of classes.

CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY AND STUDENT VISA

PART-TIME STATUS APPLICATIONS

The deadlines for part-time applications are 30 June for the 2013 fall semester and 31 October for the 2014 spring semester.

PAYMENT OF FEES

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Nanzan University – A University for Life Institutions Represented at the Center for Japanese Studies

During the 2011–2012 Academic YearAsia

China

India

Indonesia

Korea

Myanmar

Philippines

Singapore

Taiwan

Thailand

Vietnam

AfricaGhana

EuropeFrance

Germany

Netherlands

Slovak

Sweden

United Kingdom

North AmericaCanada

Mexico

United States of America

OceaniaAustraliaSummer Program Entrance to the Undergraduate or Graduate Programs at Nanzan University

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CJS Members of StaffAdministration Staff

Teaching Staff

Yoshikazu WATANABE

Nanako MACHIDA

Toru HANAKI

David POTTER

Masahiko MUTSUKAWA

Arturo ESCANDON

Yasuaki ABE

Kiyoshi AOKI

Hiroshi AOYAGI

Robert ASPINALL

Marc BREMER

Robert CROKER

Miyuki DOI

Hiroshi FUJIMOTO

Junko FUJIMOTO

Nanae FUKUTOMI

Hideki HAMADA

Satoshi HANAI

Yoshitake HANASHIRO

Tatsuhiko HASEGAWA

Izumi HASUIKE

Yuko HIRANO

Yoshimi HIRUNAMI

Hiroshi HOSOYA

Yuriko IDE

Osamu KAMADA

Koji KANAMORI

Fumie KOJIMA

Tomoko KOMADA

Junko KOZAKAI

Nanako MACHIDA

Nobuyo MACHIDA

Takashi MATSUNAGA

Sharif MEBED

Masahiko MUTSUKAWA

Hisami OKADA

Motoko OKUMURA

David POTTER

Mamoru SAITO

Tadashi SAKAMOTO

Emi SATO

John SHILLAW

Ritsuo SUGIYAMA

Raj SUSAI

Tomohiro TAGUCHI

Kazuyo TAKEDA

Yuzuru TAKIGAWA

Akiko TSUDA

Masatsugu TSUJI

Shoko WATARAI

Mari YAMADA

Akemi YASUI

JR Central TowersThe JR Central Towers are the landmark of Nagoya. Standing high atop Nagoya Station, the towers are divided into a 226-meter high first-class hotel and a 245-meter high office block. In addition to the Takashimaya Department Store and Tokyu Hands, the JR Central Towers house numerous other high-class stores, attracting people from near and afar.

Nagoya CastleThe castle was originally constructed back in 1612 for the Owari branch of the famous Tokugawa family, which acted as the head of the three branches of the Tokugawa family during the Edo Period. There are many outstanding features of this castle, but surely the most famous is the Golden Grampus, the dolphin-like fish that has come to be the symbol of Nagoya.

Nagoya DomeWith a seating capacity of 40,500, Nagoya Dome is home to the Chunichi Dragons baseball team. In addition to baseball games, many other events such as American football games, music concerts, and exhibitions are held here.

NAGOYA“The Friendly City”

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Admissions Officer, Center for Japanese Studies, Nanzan University,18 Yamazato-cho, Showa-ku, Nagoya 466-8673 Japan.

Phone +81(52)832-3123 · Facsimile +81(52)832-5490E-mail [email protected] · Web www.nanzan-u.ac.jp

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