Profound Insight into Japanese American History

Gaman is a Japanese term of Zen Buddhist origin which means "enduring the seemingly unbearable with patience and dignity" according to the Art of Gaman exhibit showcased at the Smithsonian Museum in 2011. 

The title alone is captivating. However, this incredible story of American history continues to engage the reader from the first profound, carefully crafted sentence.

Gaman is exceptionally well-written; it seems every single word was chosen on purpose. Kenichi Yabusaki shares a poet's perspective of horrific experiences inviting the reader on the journey, where we all emerge more whole with a deeper understanding of mastering unnecessary adversity.

Gaman is a treasure. This book will positively impact Kenichi's family for generations to come, those detained in internment camps,  as well as Americans drafted to serve in Viet Name, the Tech Start Up community, and families to help to better fulfill the promise of  United States of America.

​I'm grateful.