Japanese American National Museum

Category: Museum in Los Angeles, California

Address: 100 N Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA

Phone: +12136250414

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 11AM–5PM

Wednesday: 11AM–5PM

Thursday: 12–8PM

Friday: 11AM–5PM

Saturday: 11AM–5PM

Reviews

Arlene Aninion

Aug 10, 2022

This is a wonderful place that is kinda hidden but worth looking for. The monument is engraved with 16,000 Japanese soldiers and their officers who served during WWII. Inscribed stars indicate those who were killed in action. Above the names carved into the granite are 60 US Army patches from the units under which the Nisei soldiers served.

Gary Collier

May 18, 2022

JAMM has two primary exhibits: one on the bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, and one on the Japanese experience in the US internment camps following Pearl Harbor. Both exhibits have extensive photographs and narratives. The museum is spacious and should not be missed if you are interested in these topics. It is located in Little Tokyo in LA.

Christina Hooper

Nov 9, 2021

So much to see here… I spent two hours but I could have easily spent an hour more (had to rush because of my parking meter darn!). Plan for 3 hours. Very interesting exhibits, you’ll want to read everything. I knew about the internment camps for the Japanese during WWII, but this just digs into it on another level, it’s very personal. Highly recommend.

Jen Mather

May 14, 2021

A truly moving and educational space that reaffirms the necessity to love one another and recognize each other's humanity. Located in a new, modern glass and metal building across from their old brick, iron shaped one, this museum is a must see experience for everyone. Focusing on the Japanese experience from the first laborers who were immigrants to the Japanese American experience through forced internment and beyond, the history lesson was eye opening. We really enjoyed the Trancendients, recognizing many of the people who have worked at the borders of their passions and activism. Also very touching to see the Covid-19 installation and read the stories of just a minute sample of those we lost to the pandemic. We were able to visit for donation only as they are just reopening now. It was a great way to spend Mother's Day.

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Questions & Answers

Did you all know that George Takei got married here to his spouse?

Lonnie Williams | Aug 24, 2019
judy kennedy | Aug 24, 2019

I did not know that. Awesome thanks

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Need to call to get tickets? Easy to go in?

chantal leroy | Aug 24, 2018
Elizabeth Lim | Aug 24, 2018

It depends if you're looking for admission into the museum or tickets for programs. You can get admission at the museum when you get there and the friendly front desk staff will help make your purchasing experience easy. Current members get admission for free, but you still need to drop by the front desk to get your admission sticker. If you're looking to get tickets for programs, it is recommended you RSVP through the website calendar of events or by calling the museum. Entry to most programs come with the purchase of museum admission, while others require pre-payment--again, by registering online or by calling in.

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Really cool! I love Going out in L.A.

Hanna Kun | Aug 24, 2019
Hanna Kun | Aug 24, 2019

That's really cool. I love history also! 😛

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Hi... Need your answer. Am being contacted by mr Andrew Clement saying from your museum to buy my old coins. Is that true?

Roy Azman Channel | Aug 24, 2019
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 24, 2019

There is no one by that name employed by the Japanese American National Museum, and we do not purchase old coins or other artifacts for our collection. We have received multiple inquiries regarding this individual. We would appreciate if you (or anyone else who have been contacted by him) could forward us any information about him so that we can try to put a stop to his fraudulent activities.

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How much is the entrance?

Boheri Rivas | Aug 24, 2019
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 24, 2019

Our general admission rates are: Adults $12 Seniors (62 and over) $6 Students (with ID) and Youth (6–17) $6 Children 5 and under and JANM Members, Free. *Free general admission every Thursday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and all day every third Thursday of the month. Visit http://janm.org/visit/ for hours and up-to-date info about visiting JANM.

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Free admission with EBT card?

Brandon Minikwu | Aug 24, 2019
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 24, 2019

Hi! Yes, we do provide free admission for the entire family with an EBT card. However, the registered cardholder must be present and show the benefits card and I.D.

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What are Covid-19 restrictions like?

zayra | Apr 25, 2022
Eric Honour | Apr 25, 2022

As of 3/25/2022, they required a vaccine card+matching ID and that all guests wear a mask.

Is it open already?? Please let m know.. thanks

Ignacio Zaragosa | Aug 23, 2021
Ivan M | Aug 23, 2021

It was a couple weeks ago but with LA changing pandemic rules dialy better call and check

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I have my mom Japanese tansu & amour where can I either sell or donate it. I don't want to toss it out. it's a 3 layer tansu.

Arlene Ohta | Aug 23, 2021
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 23, 2021

Hi! Thanks for your inquiry. If you are interested in donating your mother's tansu to JANM, please see this page on our website. There's a form that you can download and submit: https://www.janm.org/collections/artifact-donation Sincerely, Vicky Murakami-Tsuda Japanese American National Museum

So i plan on taking a school trip here say if we go on a third thursday will admission be free?

Evy-sama | Aug 23, 2020
Sam | Aug 23, 2020

I agree,the best thing will be check the website or call to ask if they have any "especials" for the day you will like to visit.

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Id like to take a school trip say if we did go on the third Thursday would that be free?(around 25-30 people)

Evy-sama | Aug 23, 2020
Felipe J Delgado | Aug 23, 2020

Hi Evy, I am not sure how school trips work. It is best to call and speak to a docent as they may be able to provide exact information for your school.

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Do they have tickets?

Maria Gonzalez | Aug 23, 2020
Joe on the Go ! | Aug 23, 2020

Yes, and the prices are between 7 to $16.

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Would the museum be interested in a donation of a 'Hat' Geisha doll in a glass case? It was given to my father-in-law in appreciation of his work as the Port of Los Angeles Director in the 1960's

Cheryl Caughlin | Aug 23, 2020
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 23, 2020

The Japanese American National Museum's permanent collection focuses on artifacts that encompass the Japanese American experience, from immigration and settlement, to the contemporary Japanese American experience. The level of interest would depend on the extent and significance of the back story that you can provide in relation to the item. Visit this page for more information: http://www.janm.org/collections/artifact-donation/

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How much does it cost?

Kayjun Jayjun | Aug 24, 2019
April Moreno | Aug 24, 2019

It cost $7.00 per person.

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Hello i want to ask, Mr james Bridges that name on staff at JANM or not??

rohaimi lazarol | Aug 24, 2019
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 24, 2019

There is no one by that name on staff or that volunteers at the Japanese American National Museum.

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Is there Hinduism religion

Shivaraj Jogur | Aug 24, 2019
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 24, 2019

While Hinduism is a religion, it's not a topic that we usually explore at the Japanese American National Museum since it's not a religion generally practiced by Japanese Americans.

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How much is admission?

Amy Danesh | Aug 24, 2019
Sho Kawabata | Aug 24, 2019

Free Thursdays from 5pm-8pm. Free all day on every third thursday. I think its free all day this coming Saturday on 9/22. Members: free Adult: $12 Seniors (62+): $6 Students w/ID or youth 6-17: $6 Children under 5: free.

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Can you pick up a taxi near here?

hiroshi matsubara | Aug 24, 2018
Nicholas Huang | Aug 24, 2018

I think you can pick it up. Uber is also useful

I am trying to track down records of relatives who were in camp but have now passed away. When I was actually at the museum, I know they looked up info for me on such a person but is there a way for me to access those records via the internet?

Tosh Konya | Aug 24, 2018
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 24, 2019

ancestry.com has WRA camp records from WWII. You will need to create an account to look it up though.

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I would like to make a donation in memory of a friend who just passed away and this museum was one of the places he requested donations be made. Please let me know how I can do this. Thank you!

Judy Lebovitz | Aug 24, 2018
Japanese American National Museum | Aug 24, 2019

Donations can be made online in the memory or in honor of an individual here: http://janmstore.com/donation. Thank you for your support!

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How much are the tickets for the museum?

Joyce Gregg | Aug 24, 2018
Danielle Johnson | Aug 24, 2018

For adults it's $12 each, with the extra exhibit is $15 each. They had discounted tickets for kids, seniors and students but I don't remember how much for those.

how is the japanese museum

D A Y Corrupta | Aug 24, 2018
Manuel Alejandro Hernández Ayala | Aug 24, 2018

It has two levels, many exhibits related to Japanese migration to the United States and mentions exile in "concentration" camps in California during World War II. The works of art usually change with the season

Can i know who is this ALFREDO ANTHONY LOPEZ

Naufal Rahman | Aug 24, 2018
Jonas Clagett (JoJoNoid) | Aug 24, 2018

YES

Help finding the best taco

Teofilo Pilar | Aug 24, 2017
Doug O | Aug 24, 2017

Mexico

Where can i parking?

Bum Xu | Aug 24, 2017
Doug O | Aug 24, 2017

There is a $7 all day parking lot right around the block. After you park you walk through the parking lot which leads directly to the museum.

Do the exhibits change often?

A Google User | Aug 24, 2017
Elizabeth Lim | Aug 24, 2019

There is one ongoing exhibition called Common Ground which is about Japanese American history from early immigration through the WWII incarceration to reparations and redress in the 80's. Other than that which is up all the time, rotating exhibitions change about 4-6 times a year. Check janm.org for current information about the exhibition lineup.

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