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1940 Japanese American History Book: History of the Central Japanese Association of America
Author: Shiro Fujioka (藤岡紫朗)
Publisher: Central Japanese Association of America (Beikoku Chūō Nihonjinkai), Los Angeles, CA
Publication Date: October 1940 (Showa 15)
Language: Japanese
An exceptionally rare and historical pre-WWII publication documenting the Japanese American (Issei) community in Southern California, published just one year before the attack on Pearl Harbor and subsequent internment. Printed in Tokyo for distribution by the Central Japanese Association in Los Angeles.
This comprehensive volume features extensive organizational histories, timelines, local community records, and numerous black-and-white portrait plates and historical photograph prints documenting Japanese-American leaders, businesses, and civic life across Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
Condition Details:
Book: Very Good vintage condition. Hardcover navy blue textured cloth with sharp gold gilt lettering on the front cover. Binding is firm and intact. Interior pages and photographic plates remain crisp, clean, and well-preserved with minimal age-toning.
Slipcase: Includes the original cardboard slipcase (hakoiri) with printed spine text. Shows light to moderate edge wear, shelf friction, and small nicks along the opening seam consistent with age, but remains structurally sound and intact.
