Japanese Americans returning from World War II incarceration camps rebuilt their community in L.A.’s Crenshaw area. In this episode, we walk through Little Tokyo, explore the archives at the Japanese American National Museum, share a meal at historic Tak’s Cafe, shoot hoops at Dorsey High and consider how the neighborhood’s diverse history intersects with community-building efforts today.

00:00-01:21 Introduction
01:21-04:18 Crenshaw and World War II
04:18-07:13 Collections at the JANM
07:13-15:23 Tak's Cafe
15:23-21:12 Dorsey High School
21:12-25:31 Remembering Japanese Americans in Crenshaw
25:31-25:56 Conclusion
25:56-26:47 Credits

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