Sarugasawa Kanae
About Sarugasawa Kanae
Sarugasawa Kanae is a researcher and associate professor specializing in Japanese studies, currently affiliated with Aix-Marseille Université and the Institut national des langues et civilisations orientales in France. Her research examines stigma, agency, and activism among marginalized populations in Japan, focusing on power dynamics in various societal spheres.
Work at Aix-Marseille University
Currently, Sarugasawa Kanae serves as an Associate Professor (MCF) at Aix-Marseille Université. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the academic community for three years. In addition to her role as an Associate Professor, she is also a researcher at IrAsia (Institut de recherches asiatiques, UMR 7306-CNRS / AMU). Her work at Aix-Marseille University involves engaging in research and teaching, focusing on various aspects of Japanese studies.
Education and Expertise
Sarugasawa Kanae has a strong academic background in languages and social sciences. She studied at Dokkyo University, where she specialized in Langues et Civilisations Étrangères, focusing on gender studies. Additionally, she earned a PhD from the Institut National des Langues et Civilisations Orientales, with studies in Sociology and Japanese Studies. Her educational qualifications support her research interests in power dynamics within Japanese society.
Background
Sarugasawa Kanae has an extensive professional background in academia. She worked as a postdoctoral researcher at Université de Paris from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, she served as a Japanese language lecturer at Université Denis Diderot (Paris VII) from 2012 to 2014 and later as a language instructor from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she was a course instructor at Université de Paris from 2019 to 2021. Her diverse roles have contributed to her expertise in Japanese language and culture.
Research Focus
Sarugasawa Kanae's research primarily investigates stigma, agency, and activism among marginalized populations in Japan. She examines power dynamics within Japanese society, particularly in the contexts of family, work, and sexuality. Her work is associated with the Institut français de recherche sur l’Asie de l’Est (IFRAE), where she collaborates with CNRS, Inalco, and Université de Paris. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of social issues affecting marginalized groups in Japan.