Battle of Okinawa
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Port
Naha, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$209.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
5½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Visit two of the most historical places in Okinawa.
Peace Memorial Park is located in the southern part of Okinawa's "mainland," where the last conflicts of the Battle of Okinawa occurred. The Peace Memorial Museum, established in 2000, interprets a range of individual war experiences. Its purpose is to pass on the message about the devastation of war and the importance of human life.
Our next stop is Himeyuri Peace Museum. This museum features exhibits on the female students who were mobilized to nurse soldiers, providing insights into their roles during the war.
Next, you'll visit the former Japanese Naval Headquarters, set in an underground shelter. At the end of the war, Commander Minoru Ohta and other officers committed suicide in the shelter. It remains unaltered to this day.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. There are more than 100 steps at the former Japanese Navy Headquarters in the underground shelter. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Traffic can be unpredictable. The driver will do his/her best to keep moving safely. Your patience is greatly appreciated. Delays occasionally extend tour duration.