”The Power of Words” the new course from the UTokyo MOOC is now available as a program on edX. The program explores how words retain power amidst crises, focusing on Japanese and English literature. It explores how words aid in resilience and self-renewal. Emphasis is on understanding form’s role in texts and social interactions to deepen comprehension of expression mechanisms. We will explore the kinetic power of words from various angles, including interviews with poets, reading performances, haiku meetings, and workshops with actors. Click here to view the introduction video.