Shin Issei Journey
Shin Issei Journey is a comic that explores the experiences of contemporary Japanese immigrants in the U.S., known as the Shin Issei. The story reflects the author’s own journey—first arriving in the U.S. as a junior high school student and later returning for graduate school. With humor, the comic portrays the challenges, cultural discoveries, and moments of adaptation that define the Shin Issei experience. It also seeks to share the history of Japanese Americans during World War II, a topic not widely taught in Japan.
This series was originally featured by the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington and The North American Post.
Stories from this series
Episode 3: At A Cafe
Aug. 10, 2025 • Arisa Nakamura
A semi-monthly comic that explores the experiences of contemporary Japanese immigrants in the U.S. This week, “At A Cafe” Check back twice a month for subsequent entries.
Episode 2: Eraser
July 27, 2025 • Arisa Nakamura
A semi-monthly comic that explores the experiences of contemporary Japanese immigrants in the U.S. This week, “Eraser” Check back twice a month for subsequent entries.
Episode 1: Pa-don?
July 13, 2025 • Arisa Nakamura
A semi-monthly comic that explores the experiences of contemporary Japanese immigrants in the U.S. This week, “Pa-don?” Check back twice a month for subsequent entries.
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