JAPN320

The Language and Culture of Japanese Food

Explores Japanese food culture and related language, including terms used in recipes and menus for cooking techniques and ingredients. Also examines how sound-symbolic expressive words (gitaigo and giseigo) are used to describe sensory aspects of food such as taste, appearance, color, texture, and smell. Course culminates in a potluck meal to showcase a variety of dishes and preparations. Taught in English.

Fall 2026

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