BeHere / 1942 1.1.0

On May 9, 1942, a significant and somber directive was enacted, resulting in profound changes for Japanese Americans, particularly in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles. At noon, P.W.T., individuals of Japanese ancestry were ordered to be excluded from designated areas, marking a momentous shift that led to the internment of roughly 120,000 individuals along the West Coast.

BeHere / 1942 utilizes innovative augmented reality technology to provide an immersive exploration of this painful chapter in American history. It encourages users to engage with the remnants of this experience, emphasizing that the echoes of the past continue to resonate in the present.