In Search of Our Frontier

The book challenges the notion of "Asian American" as a cohesive historical category, highlighting the unique aspects of Japanese migration and settlement in the U.S. as citizens of an Asian imperial power. It offers an in-depth exploration of Japanese expansionism, tracing connections between California, Taiwan, and Manchuria. Through meticulous research, it examines the intricate racial politics involved in Japanese migration and colonialism, making it a significant contribution to multiple fields, including history, migration studies, and critical race studies.