Letters to Home:
Art & Writing by LGBTQ+ Nikkei and Allies
“Okaeri has been an important resource and support for many LGBTQ+ Japanese Americans, including me. This book is a great reflection of this community and its ever growing pride. Letters to Home will provide a unique sense of belonging wherever you are. Please read it and feel the warmth and welcome of coming home.”
-George Takei
Letters to Home is among the first anthologies to spotlight LGBTQ+ Nikkei experiences and allyship through an intergenerational lens. Bringing together art, poetry, and story-telling from nearly 50 contributors across the US and Japan, it offers a nuanced exploration of the trials and triumphs of finding community, and the process of co-constructing a sense of belonging for queer and trans Nikkei.
Get your own copy of Letters to Home on Amazon or the JANM Book store.
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On Saturday, Nov 2nd, we gathered at the Japanese American National Museum for our first official in-person book launch event. We enjoyed celebrating with our contributors, and look forward to meeting more contributors in 2025!