Japan in the Long Twentieth Century

Course Overview:

How have the Japanese people remembered and commemorated the turbulent course of events of the previous century? This course examines Japanese culture through visiting museums, historical sites, and conversation with local people to learn about their experience and memory of the past century. We will visit four major cities (Hiroshima, Kyoto, Nara, and Tokyo) and important sites like Showakan, Yushukan, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, and the Fukuromachi Elementary School Peace Museum. Knowledge of Japanese language not required.

Course Prerequisites: None

Destinations: Hiroshima, Kyoto, Nara, and Tokyo, Japan

Course Dates: May 4 - May 18, 2026

Program Fee: $5,800

What is included:

Airfare from Washington, D.C., lodging, ground transportation in Japan, 2 group meals, local support, excursions (admission & activity fees)

Estimated Out-of-Pocket Expenses: $1,000

$50/day for meals, plus extras for souvenirs and incidentals, and travel to/from Dulles airport