Japan Studies (International Liberal Arts) International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) at Yamanashi Gakuin University

Overview

The Japan Studies (International Liberal Arts) major at International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) at Yamanashi Gakuin University provides you with a comprehensive understanding of Japan’s culture, history, politics, and economics. Guided by experts in their fields you will aim at linguistic fluency while at the same time experience an in-depth exposure to key fields in Japan studies. Furthermore, living in Japan over an extended period will offer you a unique opportunity to further familiarize yourself with a wide variety of Japanese lifestyles, customs, and arts. You will become a knowledgeable specialist on the subject of Japan who also has a comprehensive knowledge of the wider East Asian and Western context. During your study will also develop your communication skills and analytical expertise, deepening your understanding of the source material further as your Japanese ability improves. 

Students graduating from the Japan Studies Program will be well prepared for a wide range of professional career opportunities both within Japan and the rest of the world in the media, Japanese corporations, the tourism sector, and academia.

What can I do next?

Your studies in Japanese culture, history, and society together with your enhanced academic skills will prepare you well for a large variety of rewarding careers. After graduation students can pursue a career at one of the many Japanese companies that are now hiring international graduate students or devote themselves to becoming a teacher.