Pre-World War II

Japan (148)
Pre-World War II (529)

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Hiroko Nakashima Segment 6 (ddr-densho-1000-69-6)
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Living in Japan: being told about the move, packing belongings
Peggy S. Furukawa Interview Segment 8 (ddr-densho-1000-399-8)
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Attending school in Japan

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

Mas Akiyama Segment 8 (ddr-densho-1000-188-8)
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Difficulties attending school in Japan

This interview was conducted as part of a project to capture stories of the Japanese American community of Spokane, Washington. Densho worked in collaboration with the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture.

Jack Dairiki Interview Segment 7 (ddr-densho-1000-325-7)
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Having to stay in Japan because of the impending war with the United States; attending school

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect …

Jack Dairiki Interview Segment 6 (ddr-densho-1000-325-6)
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First impressions of Japan, meeting relatives

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

Paul Yempuku Interview Segment 6 (ddr-densho-1000-247-6)
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Growing up on a small island, adjusting to language differences
Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 8 (ddr-densho-1000-153-8)
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Going to Japan for summer vacation, but remaining there after vacation was over

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify …

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 12 (ddr-densho-1000-153-12)
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Description of middle school in Japan, involvement in compulsory military training

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as …

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 13 (ddr-densho-1000-153-13)
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Excelling in English classes in Japan

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 15 (ddr-densho-1000-153-15)
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Being allowed to attend a prestigious school because of family ties

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as …

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 14 (ddr-densho-1000-153-14)
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Concerns about military conscription in Japan

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 11 (ddr-densho-1000-153-11)
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A serious altercation with a Japanese schoolmate over name-calling

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 10 (ddr-densho-1000-153-10)
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Attending elementary school in Japan, encountering discrimination as an American immigrant

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as …

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 16 (ddr-densho-1000-153-16)
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Memories of teenage years in Japan: spending time with grandfather, attending church

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves …

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 9 (ddr-densho-1000-153-9)
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First impressions of Japan and meeting grandmother for the first time

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as …

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