I was taken here by friends, one of whom is Japanese American. She has been a volunteer at the Museum for many years, and her personal commentary added a great deal to my understanding of the history of the Japanese community in the United States....More

The George Takai exhibit was so interesting. The internment barrack that had been relocated to this museum, gave me chills as I walked through it.

Easily accessible small museum with Interesting exhibits. Public parking across First Street. Delicious restaurants and shops nearby.

First visit. Went specifically for the exhibit where Mr. Takei and his Husband shared their personal and Star Trek memorabilia. Very nice! Remainder of exhibits interesting as well. Check the calendar of events online. They have different things going on all the time. We could...More

Downtown Los Angeles has this gem for you to visit. Besides there are wonderful Japanese restaurants and shops. Stop to consider West Coast history and soon you will be studying the Japanese in California.

A special and important place for Los Angelenos and all visitors, giving you a moving and powerful experience of the Japanese experience here.

The JANM is in the Little Tokyo section of downtown LA. The permanent exhibits focus on the story of the Japanese Internment during WWII. The exhibits are interactive and have aspects for different age levels. There are special exhibits, such as a "Hello, Kitty" exhibit...More

Took the metro to the museum with a group of friends. I hadn't even heard of it and was very surprised at this find. It isn't so large that it takes up a whole day, but is very informative and there were people to talk...More

Came here with my son's class for a field trip. The docents were so wonderful; informative, entertaining, friendly and worked well with the children's questions. Exhibits were nicely done - honest yet appropriate for all ages. The area is great with quaint shops and restaurants....More

This museum is a hidden gem. It tell the story of the Japanese in America, going back to their early days in Hawaii to their settlement on the west coast of the United States. The forceable removal during World War II is well documented, as...More