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Naha: Journey into Okinawa’s WWII Navy Underground HQ

Location Tomigusuku, Okinawa, Japan
$151.31
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Overview

The Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters in Okinawa served as a pivotal command base during the Battle of Okinawa. This site offers profound insights into the challenges faced by soldiers and civilians during one of World War II's most intense conflicts.

  • 🏰 Explore the historic Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters, a key site during the Battle of Okinawa.
  • 🏛️ Visit the on-site museum for in-depth insights into the events and strategies of the battle.
  • 🔦 Walk through restored tunnels that sheltered thousands of soldiers, experiencing the somber atmosphere firsthand.
  • 📚 Ideal for history buffs interested in the Asia-Pacific War and its lasting impact on Okinawa.
  • 🗺️ Conveniently located just outside Naha City, with easy access via public transportation.
  • 🕒 Enjoy a guided tour lasting 1 hour and 30 minutes led by a knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide.
  • 🍽️ Lunch is included, allowing for a complete day of exploration and learning.
  • 🌍 Suitable for all physical fitness levels, making it accessible to everyone.
  • 📸 The museum features detailed exhibits, wartime artifacts, and personal accounts that enhance your understanding of the battle's realities.

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Naha: Journey into Okinawa’s WWII Navy Underground HQ
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Guided tour
  • Visit to the Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters
  • Museum visit
  • Lunch

Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of the memorial tower near the entrance of the Former Navy Headquarters Cave. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
Return details
The tour ends just outside the Navy Headquarters. From here, it's easy to reach central Naha and other destinations by bus or taxi.

  • Located just outside Naha City, this historic site served as the command center for the Imperial Japanese Navy during the Battle of Okinawa in 1945. The underground tunnels were dug by hand and housed operations rooms, communication centers, and living quarters for thousands of Japanese soldiers. Today, the site has been carefully restored and is open to visitors. Walking through the narrow corridors, one can feel the somber atmosphere and imagine the harsh conditions soldiers endured. The attached museum offers detailed exhibits, including wartime artifacts, photographs, and personal accounts, providing deep insight into the realities of the battle and its impact on Okinawan civilians and military personnel. A visit here offers a powerful and sobering look into one of World War II’s fiercest battles and is a must-see for those interested in history and peace.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Naha: Journey into Okinawa’s WWII Navy Underground HQ

    Location Tomigusuku, Okinawa, Japan
    $151.31
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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