Definitions

1. noun

A person of Japanese descent who was interned in the United States during World War II.

“The museum exhibit highlighted the experiences of Japanese Americans, including yakamiks who were forcibly relocated to camps.”

2. noun

In some contexts, a yakamik may refer to a person of Japanese descent who is of mixed ancestry, often resulting from relationships between Japanese Americans and other ethnic groups.

“The community organization worked to preserve the cultural heritage of yakamiks, who were often marginalized and excluded from mainstream society.”