This is a general website about the Japanese American community. You will find news, activities, public policy, some things just for fun, and a bulletin board. This website deals with the usage of Japanese and Japanese American literature in the American classroom. While some teachers might use social studies textbooks and view informational books as appropriate classroom materials useful for independent research, many do not also consider using the many fine works of literature that include interesting and accurate information about Japan and Japanese Americans in achieving objectives related to the history and culture of these people so important to the heritage of the United States. This is an overview and general history of Japanese in America.
Japan has one of the most accepted cultures in America.
We drive Japanese cars, eat Japanese food, burn Japanese incense, practice Japanese martial arts and use Japanese computers. Japanese-Americans Learn how the response to the military draft split the Japanese American community after the Second World War ended. View photos of the collections, learn about the museum history, and find out about the educational programs. This is an extensive website dedicated to the history of Japanese Americans. You will find a mission statement, organizational history, a list of traveling exhibits with photos, research information, career opportunities, and links.