Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nisei

Noun

/ˈniːseɪ/

Definition

A Japanese person born in the United States or Canada whose parents were Japanese immigrants.

Examples

Many nisei faced challenges during World War II due to their Japanese heritage.
As a nisei, she has a unique perspective on both Japanese and American cultures.

Meaning

Nisei refers specifically to the second generation of Japanese immigrants, typically those who were born in North America and raised with both Japanese cultural heritage and American or Canadian identity.