1200th Anniversary of Ariwara no Narihira: The Background of the Birth of "Narihira's Famous Poems" from the "Kokin Waka Shū"

Ariwara no Narihira, a representative poet of the Heian period, was born in the second year of the Tenchō era (825). Therefore, this year, the 7th year of Reiwa, marks the 1200th anniversary of his birth. This course will focus on Narihira's "Kokin Wakashū" poems that continue to live beyond a millennium, exploring the background of the birth of his famous verses while savoring their charm in depth. The application and payment period is from April 1 (Tuesday) to May 2 (Friday). ■Notes Public lecture (Spring 2025)

Date & Time

5/12(Mon) 14:00～16:005/19(Mon) 14:00～16:005/26(Mon) 14:00～16:006/2(Mon) 14:00～16:006/9(Mon) 14:00～16:006/16(Mon) 14:00～16:006/23(Mon) 14:00～16:006/30(Mon) 14:00～16:007/5(Sat) 14:00～16:00

Note

The event will be held on Mondays from May 12 (Monday) to June 30 (Monday), and on July 5 (Saturday). July 5 (Saturday) is in-person only. Total of 9 sessions (in-person), total of 8 sessions (online).

Venue

Toyo University Hakusan Campus

Address

5-28-20 Hakusan, Bunkyo City, Tokyo

Free

Tuition fee 14,850 yen (in-person) / 8,800 yen (online) *Different fees for Toyo University students; if wishing to participate in fieldwork, please apply for the in-person format.

parking

Bicycle or motorcycle parking is also unavailable. Please use public transportation.

Access (Public)

5 minutes walk from Toei Mita Line "Hakusan" Station and Tokyo Metro Namboku Line "Honkomagome" Station / Toei Bus (Kusa63) "Toyo University Mae" right away

Contact

03-3945-7635 （Toyo University Social Contribution Center Office）

URL

https://sites.google.com/toyo.jp/koza/