Center for Japanese Studies

Over the past two decades, the Center for Japanese Studies has become world renowned for its vibrant academic, business, and cultural programming. Each academic year, we bring to PSU some of the world’s foremost experts on Japan. The Center has helped launch many students into successful careers through introductions to our worldwide network of experts. We serve as a resource for the entire region, as we fundamentally increase our community’s understanding of Japan and its complexity.
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Kabuki in English 2022: The Sardine Seller's Net of Love - Preceded by a Medley of Buyô Dances

Larry Kominz

Kabuki in English 2022 is a PSU student-performed production of kabuki and buyô dance, which was presented in PSU's Lincoln Performance Hall from May 25-28. It includes a full length, ...Read More
Partnerships in Philanthropy

Ken Ruoff, Larry Kominz, Doug Etzel, Marie Lo, Daniel Pollack-Pelzner, and Nathan Cogan

Join us for a conversation about elevating the public humanities and Japanese studies at PSU through the power of philanthropy.
Kyôgen! Dance! Drums! 2019

Larry Kominz, Wynn Kiyama, and Portland State University Center for Japanese Studies

Kyôgen! Dance! Drums! 2019 is a collaborative production that took place in Lincoln Recital Hall at Portland State University on June 44, 2019. It was performed by PSU students under ...Read More
Kyôgen! Dance! Drums! 2018

Larry Kominz, Wynn Kiyama, and Portland State University Center for Japanese Studies

Larry Kominz directs the dance and drama performances, co-producing this event with Wynn Kiyama, director of the PSU Taiko ensemble.
Kabuki Night 2017: The Castle Tower

Larry Kominz and Portland State University Center for Japanese Studies

A Portland State University School of Theater and Film Main Stage Production Co-presented by the PSU Center for Japanese Studies with support from the United States-Japan Foundation, directed by Professor ...Read More
Kabuki Night 2017: The Puppeteer

Larry Kominz and Portland State University Center for Japanese Studies

A Portland State University School of Theater and Film Main Stage Production Co-presented by the PSU Center for Japanese Studies with support from the United States-Japan Foundation, directed by Professor ...Read More
Revenge of the 47 Loyal Samurai 1 of 2

Larry Kominz and Portland State University Center for Japanese Studies

This is the 2016 production of Revenge of the 47 Loyal Samurai, a Portland State University School of Theater and Film Main Stage Production co-presented by the PSU Center for ...Read More
Revenge of the 47 Loyal Samurai 2 of 2

Larry Kominz and Portland State University Center for Japanese Studies

This is the 2016 production of Revenge of the 47 Loyal Samurai, a Portland State University School of Theater and Film Main Stage Production co-presented by the PSU Center for ...Read More