It has been exactly 1,000 years since Japan's world-renowned literary masterpiece, "The Tale of Genji" became known to the world of literature. In celebration of this anniversary, there have been many commemorative events and publications on the occasion.



We have invited Director General Haruki Ii of the National Institute of Japanese Literature (HU Alumni) to look back at this historic year and discuss the meaning of "1,000 Years of the Tale of Genji."



Date and Time: December 15, 2008 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.

Venue: 2F Reception Hall of the Faculty Club, Hiroshima University

* This lecture is free; application in advance not necessary



*For details, please see the following PDF.



For details about the event, please contact:

Dean of the Graduate School of Letters/Education and Research Activities Support Group (Yano)

Tel: 082-424-6606

E-mail: bun-soumu (at) office.hiroshima-u.ac.jp



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