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Program Overview

The university program in question is a series of lectures on the history of modern Japan, titled "War and Peace: A Global History of Japan." This program is designed to introduce a diverse range of perspectives from the first half of the twentieth century, focusing on Japan's global history during times of war and peace. The lectures are given by Naoko Shimazu, invited by the Coll銶e de France assembly at the suggestion of Professor Anne Cheng, chair of Chinese Intellectual History. The program runs from Thursday, June 5, 2025, to Thursday, June 26, 2025, with lectures taking place every week on Thursdays from 14:30 to 15:30 at Salle 5, Site Marcelin Berthelot. The program consists of four lectures, each covering a different aspect of Japan's history during this period. The lectures are as follows: Japanese War Diaries from the Russo-Japanese War, The Making of a Heroic War Myth in Modern Japan, Japan at the 1919 Paris Peace Conference, and Symbolic Diplomacy: Tojo and the 1943 Tokyo Conference.

Lecture Details

• Japanese War Diaries from the Russo-Japanese War: This lecture, scheduled for June 5, 2025, explores the personal accounts and diaries of Japanese naval commanders during the Russo-Japanese War, providing insights into the experiences and strategies of the Japanese military during this conflict.
• The Making of a Heroic War Myth in Modern Japan: On June 12, 2025, this lecture delves into how Japan constructed and perpetuated heroic myths surrounding its military engagements, particularly focusing on the creation and impact of these myths on Japanese society and foreign policy.
• Japan at the 1919 Paris Peace Conference: The lecture on June 19, 2025, examines Japan's role and experiences at the Paris Peace Conference following World War I, discussing the country's diplomatic efforts, the reception of its demands, and the implications of the conference's outcomes for Japan's international relations.
• Symbolic Diplomacy: Tojo and the 1943 Tokyo Conference: The final lecture, on June 26, 2025, analyzes the symbolic and strategic aspects of diplomacy employed by Japan during World War II, with a particular focus on the role of Hideki Tojo and the significance of the 1943 Tokyo Conference in "War and Peace: A Global History of Japan," the broader context of Japan's wartime diplomacy and international relations. The program aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Japan's global history, focusing on the intersections of war, peace, and diplomacy from a Japanese perspective. The lectures are part of the academic offerings of the Coll銶e de France, reflecting the institution's commitment to exploring and discussing significant historical and contemporary issues. The program is designed to appeal to a wide range of audiences, including scholars, students, and anyone interested in history, international relations, and Japanese studies.