The Japanese American National Museum (JANM) in Los Angeles has partnered with StoryFile to create an interactive exhibit featuring Lawson Iichiro Sakai, a decorated World War II veteran of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. Utilizing AI-driven conversational video technology, visitors can engage in lifelike Q&A sessions with Sakai, who answered over 1,000 questions in 2019 to share his experiences as a Japanese American soldier and community leader.

This immersive exhibit not only honors Sakai’s contributions but also serves as a powerful educational tool, allowing future generations to connect personally with history. The project exemplifies how AI can preserve firsthand accounts, ensuring that stories like Sakai’s remain accessible and impactful