August 20, 2026 1:33 pm
Join us for a rare opportunity to hear distinguished scholars from Japan present their research exploring the lives and relationships that connected Jack London with Japanese immigrants in early twentieth-century California.
This special presentation examines the remarkable stories of Yoshimatsu Nakata, who worked alongside Jack London at Beauty Ranch and aboard the Snark, and Kanae Nagasawa, the pioneering Japanese-born winemaker whose influence helped shape California’s wine industry. Drawing upon newly discovered historical evidence and original research, these presentations offer fresh perspectives on the cultural exchanges and personal friendships that linked Japan and California during Jack London’s lifetime.
Whether you are interested in Jack London’s legacy, Japanese history, or the shared heritage between Japan and the United States, this program offers a unique opportunity to explore these intertwined histories.
This event is part of a speaker series co-hosted by Jack London Park Partners and the Jack London Society, honoring the 150th anniversary of Jack London’s birth. JLPP is grateful for the support of the Jack London Society and its scholars in bringing this speaker series to life. Join us at Jack London State Historic Park throughout 2026 for a compelling lineup of speakers celebrating Jack London’s legacy.
Link: Read More on the Jack London State Historic Park Website
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