Ogura Hyakunin lsshu is one of Japan' s most celebrated collections of classical waka poetry. Comprising poems mainly about the four seasons and love, it not only reflects the tradition of imperial anthologies, but also conveys universal human emotions across time. ln this course, we will explore representative poems from the anthology, appreciate their refined expres- sions, and deepen our understanding of how these works were formed within the long-standing tradition of Japanese poetry dating back to the Manyoshu.
ScheduledExploring the Beauty of the Ogura Hyakunin ｭsshu
Lecturer
Yoshihiro KIKUCHI/ Professor, Faculty of Letters, Toyo University
Graduated from the Faculty of Letters, Kokugakuin University. Completed all coursework in the doctoral program of the Graduate School of Letters at Kokugakuin University without obtaining a degree. Holds a Ph.D. in Literature. Specializes in ancient Japanese literature, with a focus on the Manyoshu.
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Course outline
Lecture nameExploring the Beauty of the Ogura Hyakunin ｭsshu
Date and timeOctober 04, 2025 (Saturday) , 01:00 PM (JST) 〜 October 04, 2025 (Saturday) , 02:30 PM (JST)
Lecturer
Yoshihiro KIKUCHI
Professor, Faculty of Letters, Toyo University
Professor, Faculty of Letters, Toyo University
TargetJapanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N2 or above
* Participation from abroad is highly welcomed.
* All courses will be conducted in Japanese only.
* Participation from abroad is highly welcomed.
* All courses will be conducted in Japanese only.
Capacity1,000 participants per lecture (first-come-first-served basis)
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FeeFree
Application periodSeptember 01, 2025 (Monday) , 12:00 AM (JST) ~ October 03, 2025 (Friday) , 11:59 PM (JST)
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