日本語 English
| 開講年度/ Academic YearAcademic Year |
20252025 |
| 科目設置学部/ CollegeCollege |
法学部/College of Law and PoliticsCollege of Law and Politics |
| 科目コード等/ Course CodeCourse Code |
EX686/EX686EX686 |
| テーマ・サブタイトル等/ Theme・SubtitleTheme・Subtitle |
An introduction to Japanese politics and foreign policy (II) |
| 授業形態/ Class FormatClass Format |
対面（全回対面）/Face to face (all classes are face-to-face)Face to face (all classes are face-to-face) |
| 授業形態（補足事項）/ Class Format (Supplementary Items)Class Format (Supplementary Items) |
Face-to-face class. |
| 授業形式/ Class StyleCampus |
演習・ゼミ/SeminarSeminar |
| 校地/ CampusCampus |
池袋/IkebukuroIkebukuro |
| 学期/ SemesterSemester |
春学期/Spring SemesterSpring Semester |
| 曜日時限・教室/ DayPeriod・RoomDayPeriod・Room |
火2/Tue.2 Tue.2 ログインして教室を表示する（Log in to view the classrooms.） |
| 単位/ CreditsCredits |
22 |
| 科目ナンバリング/ Course NumberCourse Number |
LPX2911 |
| 使用言語/ LanguageLanguage |
英語/EnglishEnglish |
| 履修登録方法/ Class Registration MethodClass Registration Method |
その他登録/"Other" Registration"Other" Registration |
| 配当年次/ Assigned YearAssigned Year |
配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。配当年次は開講学部のR Guideに掲載している科目表で確認してください。 |
| 先修規定/ Prerequisite RegulationsPrerequisite Regulations |
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| 他学部履修可否/ Acceptance of Other CollegesAcceptance of Other Colleges |
履修登録システムの『他学部・他研究科履修不許可科目一覧』で確認してください。 |
| 履修中止可否/ Course CancellationCourse Cancellation |
〇（履修中止可/ Eligible for cancellation） |
| オンライン授業60単位制限対象科目/ Online Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper LimitOnline Classes Subject to 60-Credit Upper Limit |
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| 学位授与方針との関連/ Relationship with Degree PolicyRelationship with Degree Policy |
各授業科目は、学部・研究科の定める学位授与方針（DP）や教育課程編成の方針（CP）に基づき、カリキュラム上に配置されています。詳細はカリキュラム・マップで確認することができます。 |
| 備考/ NotesNotes |
This seminar aims to provide students with: (1) A foundational understanding of the Japanese political system, (2) insights into the mechanisms and dynamics of domestic politics in Japan, (3) knowledge of Japanese foreign policy and Japan's relations with key international partners, and (4) an an analysis of three global trends—populism, demographic change, and the climate crisis—that impact Japanese-and global-politics. Students are expected to actively participate in in-class discussions and develop a term-length research project on a topic related to Japanese politics. This may include aspects of domestic politics (local, prefectural, or national level), or Japanese foreign policy. Students are encouraged to propose their own topics. The seminar provides an opportunity to critically engage with political phenomena while developing and practicing transferable skills in research, analysis, and making arguments within the context of Japanese politics.
This course comprises fourteen sessions, structured into five main blocks: The course begins with an introduction to the course and (1) with an introduction to political science concepts. This will be followed by (2) a block on the Japanese political system, which will provide an overview of the Japanese political system at the local, prefectural, and national level. The course will then cover (3) Japanese foreign policy and explore Japan's relationships with key international partners. The course concludes with an analysis of (4) three global trends and their impact on Japanese politics, discussing populism, demographic change, and climate change. The curriculum combines general political science readings with materials specific to Japan, offering both foundational knowledge and case-based insights. Students will additionally (5) undertake individual research projects on topics related to Japanese domestic politics or foreign policy. These projects may focus on the local, prefectural, or national level of domestic politics, or Japan’s international relations. Students will make a first presentation on their research in week 7, and a final presentation in week 14.
EX685 and EX686 are independent seminars. EX685 is focusing more on theory and EX686 is focusing more on political processes. The instructor encourages students to take both seminars, as doing so will provide a broader and more comprehensive understanding of the topics covered in these courses.
| 1 | Introduction to Japanese politics Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2021), Chapter 1: Japanese Politics, An Introduction, & Chapter 2, The Japanese Constitution. |
| 2 | The Japanese political system Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 2: The Japanese Constitution, & Chapter 3: Japanese Electoral Systems since 1947. |
| 3 | Political parties in Japan Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 5: The Japanese Diet, Parliamentary Groups and Lawmaking, and ONE of Chapters 9-12. |
| 4 | National politics in Japan READ: Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 13: The Policymaking Process in Japan. A member of the lower house has expressed his willingness to join our discussion. |
| 5 | Local politics in Japan READ: Hidehiro Yamamoto and Sae Okura, "Female Assembly Members and the Adoption of Women-Friendly Policies in Japanese Local Municipalities," in Asian Survey 63/1–2 (2023):1-26. https://doi.org/10.1525/as.2023.1820098 DOI:10.1525/as.2023.1820098 |
| 6 | Prefectural politics in Japan READ: Ken L. V. Hijino, "What drives Japanese regional elections? Multilevel factors and partisan independents," Regional & Federal Studies, 31/3 (2020): 419–432. A member of the prefectural assembly of Kanagawa has expressed his willingness to join our discussion. https://doi.org/10.1080/13597566.2020.1840367 |
| 7 | First presentation and discussion of individual research projects |
| 8 | An introduction to Japanese-US and Japanese-Chinese relations READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 40: Japan-US Relations. The Most Important Bilateral Relationship in the World, & Chapter 41: Japan-China Relations. Politics of Great Powers and Great Power Politics |
| 9 | An introduction to German-Japanese relations READ: Andreea Brinza and Andrei Lungu, Developing the EU-Japan Strategic Partnership (Bucharest: Toshiba International Foundation, 2023, Open Access), pp. 268-297, Germany-Japan relations: New challenges, new options for a strategic partnership. A German diplomat has expressed his willingness to join our discussion - schedule still needs to be confirmed. |
| 10 | An introduction to Japanese-Thai relations READ: Dalit Singh et al. (eds.), Southeast Asian Affairs 2024 (Singapore: ISEAS, 2024), pp. 325–340, Chapter on Thailand: Beyond the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Taking Stock of Thailand-Japan Relations (copy will be provided). |
| 11 | Populism in Japan READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 17: Populism in Japan. |
| 12 | The impact of demographic change on Japanese politics - with a special focus on immigration READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 24: Immigration and Democracy in Japan. |
| 13 | Sustainability and Japanese energy policy READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 19: Energy Policy in Japan. Revisiting, Radical Incrementalism. |
| 14 | Final presentation and discussion of individual research projects. |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
Students are expected to read and engage with all the assigned chapters and articles prior to the respective sessions and come prepared to actively participate in the in-class discussions about these readings. In addition to the mandatory readings, students are strongly encouraged to stay informed about current events by following the news through a variety of sources such as newspapers, television, and social media. During the first two weeks of the course, students are required to select a topic for their individual research projects, which must focus on an issue related to Japanese domestic politics or foreign policy. The research for these projects will be conducted independently and outside of class hours. By week 7, students are expected to deliver an initial presentation on their chosen research topics. This presentation will allow them to share their progress, receive constructive feedback from their peers and the lecturer. Additionally, students should take the initiative to address any issues or concerns related to the course as early as possible to ensure they can be resolved effectively.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
In-class participation(40%) First presentation(10%) Final Presentation(10%) 最終テスト(Final Test)(20%) 最終レポート(Final Report)(20%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| No | 著者名 (Author/Editor) | 書籍名 (Title) | 出版社 (Publisher) | 出版年 (Date) | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen | The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics | Oxford University Press | 2021 | 9780190051013 |
| 2 | Andreea Brinza and Andrei Lungu | Developing the EU-Japan Strategic Partnership | Toshiba International Foundation (Open Access) | 2023 | 9789730390919 |
| No | 著者名 (Author/Editor) | 書籍名 (Title) | 出版社 (Publisher) | 出版年 (Date) | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dalit Singh et al. (eds.) | Southeast Asian Affairs 2024 | ISEAS | 2024 | 9789815203509 |
Students should be interested in Japanese politics and willing to participate in in-class discussions.
採用人数／Number of students：10～15名程度／Approximately 10-15 students
配当年次／Eligible year：3～4年次／3rd - 4th year
選考方法／Selection method：
(1) Please briefly explain why you are interested in this course and what do you hope to learn about. Please also share an idea for an individual term-length research project.
(2) Word count: At least 300 words.
This seminar aims to provide students with: (1) A foundational understanding of the Japanese political system, (2) insights into the mechanisms and dynamics of domestic politics in Japan, (3) knowledge of Japanese foreign policy and Japan's relations with key international partners, and (4) an an analysis of three global trends—populism, demographic change, and the climate crisis—that impact Japanese-and global-politics. Students are expected to actively participate in in-class discussions and develop a term-length research project on a topic related to Japanese politics. This may include aspects of domestic politics (local, prefectural, or national level), or Japanese foreign policy. Students are encouraged to propose their own topics. The seminar provides an opportunity to critically engage with political phenomena while developing and practicing transferable skills in research, analysis, and making arguments within the context of Japanese politics.
This course comprises fourteen sessions, structured into five main blocks: The course begins with an introduction to the course and (1) with an introduction to political science concepts. This will be followed by (2) a block on the Japanese political system, which will provide an overview of the Japanese political system at the local, prefectural, and national level. The course will then cover (3) Japanese foreign policy and explore Japan's relationships with key international partners. The course concludes with an analysis of (4) three global trends and their impact on Japanese politics, discussing populism, demographic change, and climate change. The curriculum combines general political science readings with materials specific to Japan, offering both foundational knowledge and case-based insights. Students will additionally (5) undertake individual research projects on topics related to Japanese domestic politics or foreign policy. These projects may focus on the local, prefectural, or national level of domestic politics, or Japan’s international relations. Students will make a first presentation on their research in week 7, and a final presentation in week 14.
EX685 and EX686 are independent seminars. EX685 is focusing more on theory and EX686 is focusing more on political processes. The instructor encourages students to take both seminars, as doing so will provide a broader and more comprehensive understanding of the topics covered in these courses.
| 1 | Introduction to Japanese politics Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics (Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2021), Chapter 1: Japanese Politics, An Introduction, & Chapter 2, The Japanese Constitution. |
| 2 | The Japanese political system Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 2: The Japanese Constitution, & Chapter 3: Japanese Electoral Systems since 1947. |
| 3 | Political parties in Japan Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 5: The Japanese Diet, Parliamentary Groups and Lawmaking, and ONE of Chapters 9-12. |
| 4 | National politics in Japan READ: Read: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 13: The Policymaking Process in Japan. A member of the lower house has expressed his willingness to join our discussion. |
| 5 | Local politics in Japan READ: Hidehiro Yamamoto and Sae Okura, "Female Assembly Members and the Adoption of Women-Friendly Policies in Japanese Local Municipalities," in Asian Survey 63/1–2 (2023):1-26. https://doi.org/10.1525/as.2023.1820098 DOI:10.1525/as.2023.1820098 |
| 6 | Prefectural politics in Japan READ: Ken L. V. Hijino, "What drives Japanese regional elections? Multilevel factors and partisan independents," Regional & Federal Studies, 31/3 (2020): 419–432. A member of the prefectural assembly of Kanagawa has expressed his willingness to join our discussion. https://doi.org/10.1080/13597566.2020.1840367 |
| 7 | First presentation and discussion of individual research projects |
| 8 | An introduction to Japanese-US and Japanese-Chinese relations READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 40: Japan-US Relations. The Most Important Bilateral Relationship in the World, & Chapter 41: Japan-China Relations. Politics of Great Powers and Great Power Politics |
| 9 | An introduction to German-Japanese relations READ: Andreea Brinza and Andrei Lungu, Developing the EU-Japan Strategic Partnership (Bucharest: Toshiba International Foundation, 2023, Open Access), pp. 268-297, Germany-Japan relations: New challenges, new options for a strategic partnership. A German diplomat has expressed his willingness to join our discussion - schedule still needs to be confirmed. |
| 10 | An introduction to Japanese-Thai relations READ: Dalit Singh et al. (eds.), Southeast Asian Affairs 2024 (Singapore: ISEAS, 2024), pp. 325–340, Chapter on Thailand: Beyond the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: Taking Stock of Thailand-Japan Relations (copy will be provided). |
| 11 | Populism in Japan READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 17: Populism in Japan. |
| 12 | The impact of demographic change on Japanese politics - with a special focus on immigration READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 24: Immigration and Democracy in Japan. |
| 13 | Sustainability and Japanese energy policy READ: Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics, Chapter 19: Energy Policy in Japan. Revisiting, Radical Incrementalism. |
| 14 | Final presentation and discussion of individual research projects. |
板書 /Writing on the Board
スライド（パワーポイント等）の使用 /Slides (PowerPoint, etc.)
上記以外の視聴覚教材の使用 /Audiovisual Materials Other than Those Listed Above
個人発表 /Individual Presentations
グループ発表 /Group Presentations
ディスカッション・ディベート /Discussion/Debate
実技・実習・実験 /Practicum/Experiments/Practical Training
学内の教室外施設の利用 /Use of On-Campus Facilities Outside the Classroom
校外実習・フィールドワーク /Field Work
上記いずれも用いない予定 /None of the above
Students are expected to read and engage with all the assigned chapters and articles prior to the respective sessions and come prepared to actively participate in the in-class discussions about these readings. In addition to the mandatory readings, students are strongly encouraged to stay informed about current events by following the news through a variety of sources such as newspapers, television, and social media. During the first two weeks of the course, students are required to select a topic for their individual research projects, which must focus on an issue related to Japanese domestic politics or foreign policy. The research for these projects will be conducted independently and outside of class hours. By week 7, students are expected to deliver an initial presentation on their chosen research topics. This presentation will allow them to share their progress, receive constructive feedback from their peers and the lecturer. Additionally, students should take the initiative to address any issues or concerns related to the course as early as possible to ensure they can be resolved effectively.
| 種類 (Kind) | 割合 (%) | 基準 (Criteria) |
|---|---|---|
| 平常点 (In-class Points) | 100 |
In-class participation(40%) First presentation(10%) Final Presentation(10%) 最終テスト(Final Test)(20%) 最終レポート(Final Report)(20%) |
| 備考 (Notes) | ||
| No | 著者名 (Author/Editor) | 書籍名 (Title) | 出版社 (Publisher) | 出版年 (Date) | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robert J. Pekkanen and Saadia Pekkanen | The Oxford Handbook of Japanese Politics | Oxford University Press | 2021 | 9780190051013 |
| 2 | Andreea Brinza and Andrei Lungu | Developing the EU-Japan Strategic Partnership | Toshiba International Foundation (Open Access) | 2023 | 9789730390919 |
| No | 著者名 (Author/Editor) | 書籍名 (Title) | 出版社 (Publisher) | 出版年 (Date) | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dalit Singh et al. (eds.) | Southeast Asian Affairs 2024 | ISEAS | 2024 | 9789815203509 |
Students should be interested in Japanese politics and willing to participate in in-class discussions.
採用人数／Number of students：10～15名程度／Approximately 10-15 students
配当年次／Eligible year：3～4年次／3rd - 4th year
選考方法／Selection method：
(1) Please briefly explain why you are interested in this course and what do you hope to learn about. Please also share an idea for an individual term-length research project.
(2) Word count: At least 300 words.