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WWII Battle of Okinawa - Himeyuri & Peace Museum Guided Tour
Okinawa, Japan
$166.26
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they redeem the gift voucher.
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 mobilized 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 honoring 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
- 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
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WWII Battle of Okinawa - Himeyuri & Peace Museum Guided Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Local expert guide
- Guided tour of Himeyuri Monument
- Visit to Himeyuri Peace Museum
- Offering flowers and a moment of silence
- Lunch
Meeting point
The meeting point is in front of the flower offering shop near the Himeyuri Monument. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
Return details
The meeting point is in front of the flower offering shop near the Himeyuri Monument. Your guide will be waiting with a yellow sign. Please refer to the map for details.
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The Tower of HimeyuriThe 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. Mobilized as nurses for a field hospital, many perished in the chaos of war after the hospital was disbanded. The monument quietly honors their sacrifice and reminds visitors of the tragic human cost of war and the importance of peace.
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Himeyuri Peace MuseumAdjacent 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.
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WWII Battle of Okinawa - Himeyuri & Peace Museum Guided Tour
Okinawa, Japan
$166.26
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!