Japanese Migration in Peru

Japanese Migration in Peru & Latin America: Roots, Identity, and Legacy

When the first Japanese immigrants arrived in Peru in 1899, they came seeking opportunity — but what they built went far beyond economic success. Over the decades, Japanese communities across Latin America have woven their traditions, resilience, and innovation into the region’s cultural fabric. From Lima to São Paulo, the Nikkei story is one of adaptation, perseverance, and pride.

Is this a story of cultural fusion — or of survival against the odds?

This Spanish-language meetup invites you to explore the history, identity, and modern impact of Japanese migration in Latin America through discussion, debate, and discovery.

📚 What We’ll Cover (in Spanish)

Origins and Journeys
Why did so many Japanese people migrate to Latin America — and why Peru first?

Cultural Fusion and Identity
What does it mean to be Nikkei today? How do Japanese and Latin American values blend and coexist?

Challenges and Resilience
From discrimination during World War II to rebuilding communities — how did the Nikkei persevere?

Modern Contributions
How have Nikkei artists, entrepreneurs, and political figures shaped Peru and beyond?

Interactive Debate and Reflection
Step into the role of a migrant, historian, or community leader — and share your view on identity, belonging, and change.

🎤 Why You Should Join

• Practice Spanish through storytelling and real conversation.
• Learn vocabulary about migration, culture, and identity.
• Engage in guided dialogue and reflection.
• Leave with stronger Spanish — and a deeper understanding of one of Latin America’s most remarkable communities.

👥 Group Size Policy

🕗 1 attendee: 02:00 p.m. – 02:45 p.m.
🕗 2 attendees: 02:00 p.m. – 03:00 p.m.
🕗 3+ attendees: 02:00 p.m. – 03:30 p.m.

✨ Don’t come if you just want to memorize facts.

Come if you’re ready to explore identity, migration, and cultural fusion — all in Spanish, with curiosity, empathy, and the stories that connect Japan to Latin America.