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Faculty

Watanabe Akihiko (Professor)

Comparisons are made between Greece and Rome, the West and the East, ancient times and modern times, etc.

Specialization

Greco-Roman Classics

Research Contents

Ancient Greek and Roman narrative literature, receptions of Western classics in early modern to contemporary Japan, early modern Latin literature and early moderm Catholicism in Japan

About the seminar:Greek and Roman Culture

Greek and Roman culture, which was born around the Mediterranean Sea thousands of years ago, still has a huge presence around the world. Although the Roman Empire and Greek polytheism are long gone, the popularity of ancient Greece and Rome remains immense in literature, film, manga, anime, and more. Let's explore the appeal of this immortal culture together.

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