Deaf Nikkei Wandering: Nikkei Alumni and Students of California School for the Deaf in Berkeley

In the tumultuous years of World War II, amidst the chaos and injustice inflicted upon Japanese Americans was a long-overlooked group facing insurmountable challenges: Deaf Nikkei. Deaf Nikkei Wandering provides an overview of these individuals, whose experiences have been overlooked in the broader narrative of wartime history. From the serene halls of the California School for the Deaf to the barbed wire confines of relocation camps, Deaf Nikkei alumni encountered discrimination, bias, and isolation during the federal relocation and internment of Japanese Americans. This historical account provides a unique glimpse into Deaf Nikkei’s resilience, perseverance, and endurance.