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WWII Battle of Okinawa - Himeyuri & Peace Museum Guided Tour

By DeepExperience
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Price is €131 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 1h 30m
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Overview

Explore the profound legacy of the Battle of Okinawa on this reflective tour that visits the Himeyuri Monument and Himeyuri Peace Museum. Discover the stories of young students and teachers who were mobilised during the war, their sacrifices preserved in poignant exhibits. As you walk through these significant sites, guided by a knowledgeable local expert, you'll gain deeper insights into the human cost of conflict and the importance of peace. This experience invites you to connect with the emotions of a tumultuous time while honouring those affected by the battle.

  • Visit the Himeyuri Monument, a memorial to the students and teachers who served during the battle
  • Explore the Himeyuri Peace Museum, featuring personal belongings and testimonies
  • Engage in a reflective experience that highlights the impact of war on civilians
  • Guided by an expert, ensuring a deeper understanding of the historical context
Activity location
  • The Tower of Himeyuri
    • 672-1 Ihara,
    • 901-0344, Itoman, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 献花販売店
    • Komesu
    • 901-0335, Itoman, Okinawa, Japan

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WWII Battle of Okinawa - Himeyuri & Peace Museum Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 15:30
Price details
€131.26 x 1 Adult€131.26
Total
Price is €131.26
Until Fri, 6 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Offering flowers and a moment of silence
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Himeyuri Peace Museum
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Himeyuri Monument
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local expert guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

The Tower of Himeyuri
  • 10m
The Himeyuri Monument stands as a solemn tribute to the schoolgirls and teachers of the Himeyuri Student Corps who lost their lives during the Battle of Okinawa. Mobilised as nurses for a field hospital, many perished in the chaos of war after the hospital was disbanded. The monument quietly honours their sacrifice and reminds visitors of the tragic human cost of war and the importance of peace.
Himeyuri Peace Museum
  • 1h 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Adjacent to the Himeyuri Monument, the Himeyuri Peace Museum offers a powerful, personal look into the experiences of the Himeyuri students. Exhibits include diaries, photos, testimonies, and personal belongings that tell the individual stories of those who lived—and died—through the war. A visit here offers not only historical insight but also a deeply human reflection on the meaning of peace.

Location

Activity location
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    The Tower of Himeyuri
    • 672-1 Ihara,
    • 901-0344, Itoman, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    献花販売店
    • Komesu
    • 901-0335, Itoman, Okinawa, Japan

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