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HIS 150AEmperors and Outcasts: Ancient Japan

5 creditsGE CCUndergraduateStudent Option

Surveys the history of the peoples of the Japanese islands from prehistorical migrations through the 15th century. Emphases include examination of social structures, political formations, cultural production, and religion. (Formerly Ancient Japan.)

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When it runs

Fall 2026Open Fall 2026

SectionTypeWhenWhereInstructorSeats
01Lecture
Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am
Soc Sci 2 071N. AsoOpen 41/60

Who teaches it

InstructorRatingDifficultyWould take againReviews
Noriko Aso4.5 / 52.8 / 585%37

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