Japanese American Resources

Welcome! Explore our collection of classes and content created and selected especially for Japanese American audiences by FamilySearch.

New in 2025


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59:46
2025

Introduction to Asian Research Power Hour

Kelly Renee Summers, Amy Carpenter, Ryan Rockwood

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58:10
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18:05
2025

The Structure of Japanese Society

Martinus E Wolf

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56:35

More Japanese American Learning Sessions


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2023

Who is FamilySearch? APAC

FamilySearch is a global organization dedicated to helping you discover family connections. Everyone who uses FamilySearch becomes a part of it, from employees to users like you. Watch and learn more about who FamilySearch is as a brand, and how we help unite families.

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1:02:17
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1:00:02
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19:48
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21:41