What does Japan’s stance on dual citizenship mean for people living between Japan and the world? In this talk, documentary filmmaker Megumi Nishikura explores this question through her personal journey growing up between Japan and the U.S., and through her work on films such as Hafu - the mixed race experience and her current documentary on Japan’s Nationality Law and dual citizenship. Drawing on years of research and filming with people who live “in between,” Nishikura shares film clips from Hafu, behind-the-scenes insights, and a sneak preview of her forthcoming film on Japan’s Nationality Law. The event invites participants to reflect on what it means to be Japanese in a global world, and to engage in an open discussion about belonging, citizenship, and the real human impact of Japan’s nationality laws. Presentation will be followed up by a reception.
