Population growth, labour tensions, and economic booms and busts have shaped life throughout Vancouver’s history. At the heart of the turbulence of the early part of the early 1900’s were first- and second-generation Japanese Canadians who established a thriving community of 8,000 people in the Powell Street neighbourhood.

The neighbourhood changed completely following the internment of Japanese Canadians, but there are still many clues which, once we see them and understand what they are, help us connect to the rich history of a displaced community. 

Tour Program

A 30-minute history presentation at VJLS-JH, followed by 1-1.5 hours guided tour of the neighbourhood, returning to the VJLS-JH at the end.

Language

Tours are typically conducted in English unless noted or pre-arranged. Please contact us to arrange a tour in Japanese. Printed pamphlets are available in both English and Japanese.

What to Wear

Wear closed-toe footwear, please, and appropriate clothing for the weather — tours are conducted rain or shine!

Group Tours

10名以上のグループで、もしくは下記以外の日にちにツアーをご希望される場合は、恐れ入りますが、事前にツアーコーディネーターの河合（communityprogramming@vjls-jh.com）までご相談ください。

Tour Registration

All walking tour dates are currently sold out. Please contact the tour coordinator to be added to the waitlist, and we’ll e-mail you if spaces become available. 

希望日の3日前までにお申し込みを行ってください。直前の申し込みで担当ボランティアの手配などができない場合は、ツアーをキャンセルさせていただきます。ご了承ください。