At the academic heart of ASU, this program is part of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the university’s largest and most diverse college. Its world-renowned faculty include 15 National Academy of Sciences members, 3 Pulitzer Prize winners and 2 Noble Prize winners. Academic college: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This Master of Arts program offers advanced study in Japanese language, literature, culture, and history within the broader context of Asian civilizations, providing in-depth knowledge and research skills in the field.

Career options in advanced language instruction, translation and interpretation, academic research, government and international affairs, cultural institutions, museums, libraries, and roles requiring deep expertise in Japanese language and culture.

Arizona State University, Tempe Campus, is a highly ranked public university with a world-leading drive for innovation and consistently the #1 US public university chosen by international students. The Tempe campus is ASU's historic and largest, offering numerous degree programs, first-rate research facilities, and a vibrant campus environment resembling an energetic city. The program is within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, benefiting from its renowned faculty.