In 1942, Jim Matsuoka and his family were initially incarcerated in Pinedale, California, before being sent to the Tule Lake concentration camp. After the war, Matsuoka started his real estate business, International Realty, in 1946. He helped create the Jackson Street Community Council and, as president of the Seattle chapter of the Japanese American Citizens League (JACL), helped drive the repeal of the Washington State Alien Land Laws.
International Realty (#17)
Points of Interest 
International Realty original site
When International Realty was first opened in 1947, the company was located at 659A South Jackson. In 1960, International Realty moved to its current location at 526 South Jackson Street.
Points of Interest
International Realty original site
When International Realty was first opened in 1947, the company was located at 659A South Jackson. In 1960, International Realty moved to its current location at 526 South Jackson Street.
