| 授業名 | JAPAN'S FOREIGN POLICY |
|---|---|
| Course Title | JAPAN'S FOREIGN POLICY |
| 担当教員 Instructor Name | 小島 真智子（Machiko Kojima） |
| コード Couse Code | NUC242_N18A |
| 授業形態 Class Type | |
| 単位 Credits | |
| 言語 Language | EN |
| 学位 Degree | BSc |
| 開講情報 Terms / Location | 2018 UG Nisshin Spring |
授業の概要 Course Overview
Misson Statementとの関係性 / Connection to our Mission Statement
授業の目的（意義） / Importance of this course
The aim of this course is to provide students with a basic knowledge on Japan's foreign policy, from its historical background to its current topics. At the same time, key notions related to political science will be discussed throughout the course such as "sovereignty", "authority", "national interests", etc.
Through a comparative studies’ approach, students will be able to train their critical thinking and acquire international perspectives on political systems. The class will thus be held with three Learning Goals: “Critical Thinking”, "Diversity Awareness" and “Effective Communication”.
In this course, students are expected to improve their knowledge of the Japanese political system and to describe its characteristics from an international perspective, under the school’s mission to acquire “the ability to bridge the gap between New Asia and the rest of the world”.
Through a comparative studies’ approach, students will be able to train their critical thinking and acquire international perspectives on political systems. The class will thus be held with three Learning Goals: “Critical Thinking”, "Diversity Awareness" and “Effective Communication”.
In this course, students are expected to improve their knowledge of the Japanese political system and to describe its characteristics from an international perspective, under the school’s mission to acquire “the ability to bridge the gap between New Asia and the rest of the world”.
到達目標 / Achievement Goal
本授業の該当ラーニングゴール Learning Goals
*本学の教育ミッションを具現化する形で設定されています。
LG1 Critical Thinking
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG4 Effective Communication
LG2 Diversity Awareness
LG4 Effective Communication
受講後得られる具体的スキルや知識 Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will at least be able to explain the characteristics of the Japanese foreign policy and to compare it with other countries’ (exchange students’ home countries’) foreign policy. Furthermore, students are expected to be able to think strategically and to make suggestions for Japan's foreign policy related problems in International Relations.
教育手法 Teaching Method
| 教育手法 Teaching Method | % of Course Time | |
|---|---|---|
| インプット型 Traditional | 30 % | |
| 参加者中心型 Participant-Centered Learning | ケースメソッド Case Method | 40 % |
| フィールドメソッド Field Method | 30 % | 合計 Total | 100 % |
事前学修と事後学修の内容、レポート、課題に対するフィードバック方法 Pre- and Post-Course Learning, Report, Feedback methods
Students must be prepared and especially motivated to take part in group works and class discussions. "Participation in the class discussions" is not only about taking part in discussions, but also asking questions or reacting to what has been said by your instructor or your class mates during the class. Each students' work (reports and presentations) will be commented personally by writing or publicly during the class.
授業スケジュール Course Schedule
Session 1 : Course description and introduction to Japan's foreign policy
Session 2 : Is Democracy working in Japan today?
The aim of the session is to acquire basic knowledge on Japan, by analyzing its democracy, before looking into its foreign policy.
Session 3 : Why is the current Abe administration so strong?
We will be learning how LDP(Liberal Democratic Party) has long been the ruling party in Japan and questioning why the opposition party has difficulties becoming its alternative.
Session 4 : Why is Japan decided not to have nuclear weapons?
Japan is a "could have" country in terms of acquiring nuclear weapons, but is decided not to do so. Why is this? And how good is this decision?
Session 5 : Is the current Abe administration turning its back to Japan's pacifism?
Abe administration made it possible for Japan to exercise collective defense and is seriously planning to amend the non war clause (the Article 9) of the Constitution. Is this a way toward Japan's more indepent foreign policy? What are the thoughts behind this decision?
Session 6 : How tough is the security environment surrounding Japan today?
We will try to evaluate the security environment surrounding Japan today and discuss how Japan should cope with the threats and risks in the region.
Session 7 : Is Japan a "51st state" of the United States of America?
Japan-US relationship is sometimes criticized for its unfairness and some compare Japan to a federal state of the USA. How true is this? We will look into Japan-US alliance, including the role of Okinawa bases.
Session 8 : Is Japan playing the hypocrite in asking for nuclear disarmament?
A world without nuclear armament has long been a wish for the Japanese, especially for the people in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. But Japan at the same time is under protection of the US nuclear umbrella. How do you evaluate this situation?
Session 9: Is there any remedy for controversies over Japan’s historical perception?
This session will deal with the historical perception problems between Japan and neighboring countries, including the question of the comfort women. (Cf. UNESCO's memory of the World Register) Any good ways to make the controversies less controversial?
Session 10: If you were a TV journalist... (an exercise on news and actuality)
If you were a TV journalist, what would you report back to your country in a 10 minute reporting program me on Japan's foreign policy? What would you film? Who would you interview? What would be the plot of your reporting?
Session 11: How can Japan have a stronger voice on the international scenes?
United Nations Charter asserts that every sovereign states have the equal rights, but in reality, countries do not have the same weight in international arena. What are the ways to make Japan become a bigger (soft) power?
Session 12: What are the ways to increase Japan's contribution to international stability?
How stable is the world today? How much are the risks that frictions between status quo powers and revisionist powers turn into a military crash? And what should/can Japan do to make the world stable?
Session 13: Could and should Japan become permanent member of the United Nations' Security Council?
Become a permanent member of the UNSC, such has been the main objective in Japan's foreign policy for more than a decade. What makes you think that Japan should be qualified (if you do think so) and why is this so difficult?
Session 14: Overview of the course
Session 2 : Is Democracy working in Japan today?
The aim of the session is to acquire basic knowledge on Japan, by analyzing its democracy, before looking into its foreign policy.
Session 3 : Why is the current Abe administration so strong?
We will be learning how LDP(Liberal Democratic Party) has long been the ruling party in Japan and questioning why the opposition party has difficulties becoming its alternative.
Session 4 : Why is Japan decided not to have nuclear weapons?
Japan is a "could have" country in terms of acquiring nuclear weapons, but is decided not to do so. Why is this? And how good is this decision?
Session 5 : Is the current Abe administration turning its back to Japan's pacifism?
Abe administration made it possible for Japan to exercise collective defense and is seriously planning to amend the non war clause (the Article 9) of the Constitution. Is this a way toward Japan's more indepent foreign policy? What are the thoughts behind this decision?
Session 6 : How tough is the security environment surrounding Japan today?
We will try to evaluate the security environment surrounding Japan today and discuss how Japan should cope with the threats and risks in the region.
Session 7 : Is Japan a "51st state" of the United States of America?
Japan-US relationship is sometimes criticized for its unfairness and some compare Japan to a federal state of the USA. How true is this? We will look into Japan-US alliance, including the role of Okinawa bases.
Session 8 : Is Japan playing the hypocrite in asking for nuclear disarmament?
A world without nuclear armament has long been a wish for the Japanese, especially for the people in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. But Japan at the same time is under protection of the US nuclear umbrella. How do you evaluate this situation?
Session 9: Is there any remedy for controversies over Japan’s historical perception?
This session will deal with the historical perception problems between Japan and neighboring countries, including the question of the comfort women. (Cf. UNESCO's memory of the World Register) Any good ways to make the controversies less controversial?
Session 10: If you were a TV journalist... (an exercise on news and actuality)
If you were a TV journalist, what would you report back to your country in a 10 minute reporting program me on Japan's foreign policy? What would you film? Who would you interview? What would be the plot of your reporting?
Session 11: How can Japan have a stronger voice on the international scenes?
United Nations Charter asserts that every sovereign states have the equal rights, but in reality, countries do not have the same weight in international arena. What are the ways to make Japan become a bigger (soft) power?
Session 12: What are the ways to increase Japan's contribution to international stability?
How stable is the world today? How much are the risks that frictions between status quo powers and revisionist powers turn into a military crash? And what should/can Japan do to make the world stable?
Session 13: Could and should Japan become permanent member of the United Nations' Security Council?
Become a permanent member of the UNSC, such has been the main objective in Japan's foreign policy for more than a decade. What makes you think that Japan should be qualified (if you do think so) and why is this so difficult?
Session 14: Overview of the course
成績評価方法 Evaluation Criteria
*成績は下記該当項目を基に決定されます。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
*クラス貢献度合計はコールドコールと授業内での挙手発言の合算値です。
| 講師用内規準拠 Method of Assessment | Weights |
|---|---|
| コールドコール Cold Call | 0 % |
| 授業内での挙手発言 Class Contribution | 40 % |
| クラス貢献度合計 Class Contribution Total | 40 % |
| 予習レポート Preparation Report | 0 % |
| 小テスト Quizzes / Tests | 30 % |
| シミュレーション成績 Simulation | 0 % |
| ケース試験 Case Exam | 0 % |
| 最終レポート Final Report | 0 % |
| 期末試験 Final Exam | 30 % |
| 参加者による相互評価 Peer Assessment | 0 % |
| 合計 Total | 100 % |
評価の留意事項 Notes on Evaluation Criteria
使用ケース一覧 List of Cases
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ケースは使用しません。
教科書 Textbook
- 配布資料
参考文献・資料 Additional Readings and Resource
授業調査に対するコメント Comment on Course Evaluation
担当教員のプロフィール About the Instructor
学位と取得大学
修士（国際関係学）、パリ第一大学
博士（政治学）、パリ第一大学
研究分野
フランス核政策、軍縮・不拡散問題、欧州安全保障
主な論文
•「フランスの核軍縮・不拡散政策の変遷と核抑止の維持」『日仏政治研究』2014年3月、pp.13-24.
•“L’Arms Control et la politique française en matière de désarmement: 1960-1961”
(Arms Control and France’s disarmament policy: 1960-1961), Waseda Global Forum No.10, 2014, p.409-433
•「1970年代及び1980年代におけるフランスの『抑止、防衛、デタント』政策」、『国際政治』、2009年9月。
•「フランス第四共和制の軍縮政策：‘西経10度・東経60度’地帯－大西洋からウラル山脈まで－の意義と限界」、『国際安全保障』、2008年3月。
• La dialectique entre la sécurité européenne et la position française en matière de désarmement 1952-1990（仮訳：「欧州安全保障とフランス軍縮政策の相関関係－1952年-1990年－」）、パリ第一大学大学院政治学研究科国際関係学博士論文、2008年12月。
修士（国際関係学）、パリ第一大学
博士（政治学）、パリ第一大学
研究分野
フランス核政策、軍縮・不拡散問題、欧州安全保障
主な論文
•「フランスの核軍縮・不拡散政策の変遷と核抑止の維持」『日仏政治研究』2014年3月、pp.13-24.
•“L’Arms Control et la politique française en matière de désarmement: 1960-1961”
(Arms Control and France’s disarmament policy: 1960-1961), Waseda Global Forum No.10, 2014, p.409-433
•「1970年代及び1980年代におけるフランスの『抑止、防衛、デタント』政策」、『国際政治』、2009年9月。
•「フランス第四共和制の軍縮政策：‘西経10度・東経60度’地帯－大西洋からウラル山脈まで－の意義と限界」、『国際安全保障』、2008年3月。
• La dialectique entre la sécurité européenne et la position française en matière de désarmement 1952-1990（仮訳：「欧州安全保障とフランス軍縮政策の相関関係－1952年-1990年－」）、パリ第一大学大学院政治学研究科国際関係学博士論文、2008年12月。
Profile
Dr. Machiko Kojima is Assistant Professor of Faculty of Economics in NUCB. She has also taught as adjunct Instructor at Waseda University and has served as researcher-advisor at the Japan’s Embassy in Belgium and as officer at the National security policy division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before joining NUCB. She completed her degrees, both Ph.D and M.A. in Political Sciences, at the Graduate school of Paris 1 University, Sorbonne-Pantheon where she was a recipient of the French government scholarship for a year.
Specialized field
European Security, Arms Control and Disarmament
Academic Background
Ph.D. (Paris 1 University)
Research Papers
France's White Paper on Defense and National Security 2013: a way towards an autonomous regional power. Waseda Global Forum, 201503
Changes and Continuity in France's disarmament policy and France's nuclear dissuasion. Societe franco-japonaise de sciences politiques ISSN 18802168, 201403.
Arms Control and France's disarmament policy: 1960-1961. Waseda Global Forum (10), 201403.
France's 3D - Deterrence, Defense and Detente - policy in the 1970s and the 1980s. International Relations (157): ISBN978-4-641-29941-2, 200909.
Refereed Articles
- (2015) France's White Paper on Defense and National Security 2013: a way towards an autonomous regional power. Waseda Global Forum
- (2014) Changes and Continuity in France's disarmament policy and France's nuclear dissuasion. Societe franco-japonaise de sciences politiques ISSN 18802168
- (2014) Arms Control and France's disarmament policy: 1960-1961. Waseda Global Forum (10):
- (2009) France's 3D - Deterrence, Defense and Detente - policy in the 1970s and the 1980s. International Relations (157): ISBN978-4-641-29941-2