Japanese History through the Lens of Shogun
Jan 20, 2026 - Feb 24, 2026
Spots remaining: 10
Full course description
Description
Inspired by the 2024 FX miniseries Shogun, this course explores Japan's transition from civil war to peace between the 15th and 18th centuries. We will examine the rise of key unifiers, the roles of diverse social groups (like merchants, peasants, women, and outcasts), and the era's political, cultural, and artistic shifts. For fans of the series or those new to Japanese history, this course offers a rich, accessible introduction.
Date(s)January 20 - February 24, 2026
Class Time(s)Tue 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Megan McClory
Megan McClory, BA Brandeis U, triple major in History, Anthropology & East Asian Studies, is a doctoral candidate in history at UNC - Chapel Hill. Her research explores sword restrictions in early modern Japan & their role in shaping peace and power.
LocationTo Be Announced
# of Meeting(s)6
Notes
This is a virtual class.
Weekly - Tue 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM; 6 sessions starting 1/20/2026, ending 2/24/2026 (New lessons are released None specified)