Explorations in Japanese Contemporary Media Culture

  Japan

• Tokyo: 
Tokyo

Term: Summer 
Dates: typically mid-May to early July

Description: A 6-week Contemporary Media Culture program designed for students interested in Japan, Asian studies, media studies, or inter-cultural communication. Participants examine Japanese music, television, comic books, film, fashion, theater, journalism and other cultural activities in Tokyo life today.

Students develop individual or small group projects designed to investigate through journalistic inquiry one aspect of Tokyo "culture" in the field. Projects might focus on topics such as Japanese boy bands and their fans, the fashion culture of Harajuku, manga clubs, or the representation of female politicians in the press.

Temple University, Japan Campus, is located in the Minami Azabu and Mita districts in central Tokyo. It is within easy reach of a number of interesting Tokyo neighborhoods, including Shibuya and Roppongi, and is also close to the Imperial Palace, the Diet Building and popular shopping districts.

Highlights: Students will hear guest lectures and partake in field trips around Tokyo.

Cost in US$: $4700-$7200, depending on level and residency

Estimated Japan Fee: $2150

The Japan Fee includes housing and orientation activities.

Please note that program costs are estimates and will be updated.

Experience Required: no

Participants Travel to Japan Independently

Temple University's Mission Statement: The Temple University International Programs office is responsible for administering Temple-sponsored study abroad programs; advising Temple students on study abroad program and scholarship opportunities; serving as a liaison between the main campus and our campuses in Rome and Tokyo, acting as a resource for the Temple University community on matters concerning international education, and responding to increasing interest in international activities on the part of Temple students and faculty. We continue to develop and strengthen the international education programs that help Temple students attain a global perspective. We recognize that today, more than ever, the world demands that students understand other countries and how they are linked together. We are committed to the notion that through international education, Temple students enrich their general education, acquire knowledge and experience for their later professional success, and develop life skills needed to become competent and engaged global citizens.