Subject Information
Japanese Studies
Overview
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Library Holdings and Acquisitions
Specialist literature on Japan was first collected in Halle by the German Orientalist Society (DMG; Deutsche Morgenländische Gesellschaft). The ULB itself has been systematically acquiring specialist literature on modern-day Japan since the 1990s, following the establishment of the Seminar for Japanese Studies at MLU Halle-Wittenberg. The holdings of Japan-related literature, the expansion of which was thoroughly supported by Japanese partners, include both publications in the original language and books written in European languages. Thematically, the collection focuses predominantly on the history, politics and society of modern Japan (from the mid-19th century onwards). In addition, there are smaller areas of focus on aspects of prehistory and early history/archaeology, as well as Japan’s education system. Furthermore, in light of the growing importance of digital Japanese studies, the ULB aims to continuously expand access to electronic content.
In the ULB’s catalogues, the internationally recognised modified Hepburn system is used for the transcription of Japanese names and titles.
Finding and Using
Titles relating to Japanese Studies are mainly located in the Steintor Campus Branch Library. All items are fully indexed electronically. With a few exceptions, the items may be borrowed freely.
Books acquired up to 2014 are shelved according to an individual classification system implemented by the former (now merged) branch libraries.
Books acquired from 2015 onwards are shelved in accordance with the Regensburg Union Classification (RVK).
The call number for each title can be looked up using Ha:Lit.
Consultancy and Training Services
Library induction sessions, training courses on literature research and literature management systems, as well as consultations on publication strategies and research data management, are held at regular intervals.
Collection of subject-related links
CrossAsia is a collaboratively maintained subject portal providing centralised access to academic information on Asian Studies.
Journals on this specific subject that are available electronically are indexed in the Electronic Journals Library (EZB).
There are numerous specialised databases available for researching information. These can be searched via the Database Information System (DBIS).
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History and Characterisation of the Subject
Japanese Studies is offered as a postgraduate programme at MLU Halle-Wittenberg and is currently represented by one professorship. A doctoral programme also provides further structured doctoral training. The programme focuses on the history, society and politics of Japan in the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as on digital Japan studies. Both teaching and academic research are carried out in close cooperation with Japanese partners.