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Closed for Renovations

JANM’s Pavilion is closed for renovation and will reopen in late 2026. While the museum and store are closed, join us for programs and events on our Little Tokyo campus, throughout Southern California, and beyond. 

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Hear the Winning Stories!

12th Annual Imagine Little Tokyo Short Story Contest Celebration

Saturday, June 7—The winning stories of the Imagine Little Tokyo Short Story Contest will be announced and showcased with dramatic readings. FREE, in person and virtually!

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National Tour

Ireichō

The Ireichō is touring the United States in 2025–2026! The sacred book records the names of over 125,000 persons of Japanese ancestry who were unjustly imprisoned in US Army, Department of Justice, and War Relocation Authority camps during World War II.

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Podcast

Japanese America podcast

JANM’s new podcast explores unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs of Japanese Americans and illuminates their contributions to the mosaic of American life. 

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On the Road

Tuesday, May 13 - Saturday, May 17, 2025

Ireicho National Tour—Amache
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On the Road

Wednesday, May 21 - Thursday, May 22, 2025

Ireicho National Tour—Jerome and Rohwer, Arkansas
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Partner Event

Saturday, Jun 07, 2025

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

12th Annual Imagine Little Tokyo Short Story Contest Celebration
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Lectures & Discussions

Saturday, Jun 14, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Book Launch: “It Rhymes with Takei” with George Takei
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Members Only

Saturday, Jul 12, 2025

4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Members Summer Fête at Tanaka Farms
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Members Only

Wednesday, Jul 30, 2025

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

“Cruising J-Town” VIP Opening Reception
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Upcoming Exhibition

Jul 31 - Nov 12, 2025

Cruising J-Town
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OUR PROMISE

JANM’s $85 Million Comprehensive Campaign to Revitalize, Amplify, Deliver, and Secure our Future.

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About Discover Nikkei

Explore and celebrate the commonalities and differences in our “Nikkei” experiences through shared stories from around the world with diverse topics, such as cultural identity, community and family history, art, sports, music, literature, and much more with JANM’s Discover Nikkei project!

 

Read articles published daily, watch clips from life history interviews, check out events, and more!

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Nikkei Names 2: Grace, Graça, Graciela, Megumi?

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The Power of Irei

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Home Leaver: A Japanese American Search for Belonging

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