The History of Japanese-American WWII Incarceration, Told be Densho

Densho (伝承) is a Japanese term meaning to pass on to the next generation, or to leave a legacy. Our organization’s name reflects our mission and purpose.Densho’s mission is to preserve and share history of the WWII incarceration of Japanese Americans to promote equity and justice today.

Densho documents the stories and experiences of Japanese Americans who were unjustly incarcerated during World War II, striving to capture their testimonies before their memories are extinguished. We offer these irreplaceable firsthand accounts, coupled with historical images, letters, and other archival materials, as well as educational resources, to explore principles of democracy and promote equal justice for all.