Submissions to Kioku are now open!

We are now accepting submissions for Volume III of Kioku, coming in December 2024.

Works submitted after September 22nd will not be considered for Volume III; however, we will consider them on a rolling basis for future issues.

Submission Guidelines

We are seeking written or visual artwork that is created by and for the Japanese American community. 

The pieces we seek to include in Kioku are artistic, literary, or personal expressions of Japanese American identity or experience. Currently, we are seeking original poetry, short stories, personal essays, and visual artwork (e.g. illustrations).

Please see below for guidelines:

  • At this time, we are only accepting work that has not been previously published.

  • Published contributors will receive a contributors’ copy of the issue.

  • Length:

    • Poetry: Up to four pages (multiple poems can be submitted)

    • Short stories and personal essays: Up to 2000 words

    • Visual artwork: Up to five pieces per submission; please include a short statement explaining your piece

Contact hello@kiokumag.com with questions.