Asian Languages - Japanese, Minor
Complement almost any major with the Japanese minor and build communication skills that stay relevant across the globe. It's a smart way to broaden how you connect with people, cultures and ideas far beyond the boundaries of a single field of study.
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Minor description
Asian Languages - Japanese minor description
You can pursue a minor in Asian languages with a focus on Japanese and study the language, literature and culture of Japan while developing advanced abilities in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
A wide variety of electives allows you to pursue your interests in topics such as translation, business, popular culture, technology and classical language. In addition, ASU offers summer and yearlong programs to study abroad in Japan.
Why earn an Asian languages - Japanese minor at ASU?
Beyond the classroom, get involved with Japanese student organizations and cultural events. Explore SILC-sponsored lectures, workshops and community engagement activities and watch the Japanese Bulletin for announcements and volunteer opportunities.
Courses
This undergraduate minor includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The minor requires 18 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the minor, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The minor in Asian language (Japanese) requires 18 credit hours, of which 12 credit hours must be upper-division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be completed through The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better may be applied toward the minor requirements. Course substitutions may be allowed for heritage and advanced speakers of the language. |
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JPN 301 Third-Year Japanese I
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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JPN 302 Third-Year Japanese II
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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JPN 333 Japanese Civilization from the Ice Age to Last Thursday
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Note: A maximum of three credit hours of SLC 421 may be applied to the Japanese minor.
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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200-Level
JPN Elective
Note: A maximum of three credit hours of SLC 421 may be applied to the Japanese minor. JPN 201 (5 credit hours) and JPN 202 (5 credit hours), or JPN 210 (8 credit hours), are prerequisites to JPN 300-level language courses. A maximum of six credits hours of the JPN 200-level electives or prerequisite courses may be applied to the Japanese minor. Any additional JPN 200-level credit hours will be applied to the 120 credit hours needed for graduation.
6 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 6 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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Enrollment requirements
GPA Requirement: 2.00
Incompatible Majors: BA in Asian languages (Japanese)
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
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Careers this Asian languages - Japanese minor prepares you for
Minor programs enable students to develop additional competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills they acquire in their majors.
A minor in Japanese studies helps students gain communication skills and cultural competence as they pursue careers fields such as:
- diplomacy
- education
- entertainment
- foreign service
- international business
- marketing
- political analysis
- science and technology
- teaching
- tourism and hospitality
Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of International Letters and Cultures
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DH 131
silcadvising@asu.edu
480-965-6281
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