While only the size of the state of California, Japan is a world leader in technology and boasts the third-largest economy. In Japanese studies, students examine the country’s power, people, language, society and traditions to gain a better understanding of this tiny global powerhouse.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.