EALC 320

Spring 2023 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Jan 17-May 3

Sacred Sites in Japan

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Credit: 3 hours.

An interdisciplinary study of major sites in Japan that are deemed sacred, and of their visual culture. The art and architecture of sacred sites are examined and positioned within a variety of contexts, such as their cultural, religious, and socio-political significance. It will be explored how these art and architecture have been received and used, and how they and perceptions of the sites have shaped each other.

Same as ARTH 320.

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EALC 320 class schedule data for spring 2023
	CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
	74604	Lecture-Discussion	NG	2:00PM -3:20PM	MW	G20 Foreign Languages Building	Gunji, N	Part of Term: 1 Date Range: 01/17/23-05/03/23 Section Info: This course aims at an interdisciplinary study of the visual culture of major sacred sites in Japan. It will examine the art and architecture of sacred sites and position them within a variety of contexts. Particular emphasis will be placed on the ways in which the art and architecture are/were used in rituals. The types of sacred sites to be studied include: imperial mausolea, capitals, Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, warrior castles, tea houses, mountains and fields, and parks. Through successfully completing this course, students will enrich their understanding of the roles of the art and architecture in sacred sites against the background of their historical, cultural, religious, political, and social significance. It also covers today’s controversial issues related to Japanese sacred sites.