: Following Executive Order 9066 in 1942, Terminal Island residents were the first on the West Coast to be forcibly removed and incarcerated in internment camps.

: The community, known as "Furusato" (hometown), was centered around Tuna Street and featured its own unique dialect, Shinto shrines, and judo halls.

Terminal Island , a largely artificial landmass located between the and the Port of Long Beach , carries a heavy history often overshadowed by its modern industrial facade. Once a thriving cultural hub, it is now an essential but decaying node in California's maritime and correctional infrastructure. 1. The "Lost Village" and WWII Internment

From 1906 until 1942, Terminal Island was home to a vibrant community of nearly who pioneered the American tuna industry.

: While the residents were away, the U.S. Navy seized the land and demolished nearly the entire village. Today, only two historic buildings remain on Tuna Street, which were designated as city landmarks in late 2025 to protect them from port expansion. 2. FCI Terminal Island Closure (2025–2026) Terminal Island, California | Densho Encyclopedia