Okinawa: This place is not only a historical site but also a reminder to cherish peace.

In 1944, during the Pacific War, the Navy Headquarters Bunker was built on a hill southeast of the airport to protect the Oroku Airfield (now Naha Airport). The Japanese Navy Construction Unit dug semi-circular arched tunnels and reinforced the trenches with cement and wooden stakes. It is said that the total length was 450 meters at that time. Under the bombardment of the US Navy, the underground stronghold housed 4,000 soldiers to sustain a prolonged battle. However, in June 1945, the headquarters personnel committed suicide after the southwestern part of Naha City, where the trenches were located, was surrounded by US forces, ending organized combat in the Oroku area. After the war, the trenches were left untouched for a period. After several collections of remains, the Tourism Development Corporation began restoration in 1970, restoring 300 meters centered around the commander's room. The museum in the park displays relics such as guns, military uniforms, and letters to family members excavated from the trenches, as well as other materials related to the former Japanese Navy. 🔹 Highlights of the Visit 1. Commander's Room: The office of Major General Minoru Ota, where bullet marks and bomb explosion traces can still be seen on the walls. 2. Operations Room: The place responsible for information transmission and strategic planning during the war, with a solemn atmosphere. 3. Soldier's Quarters and Medical Room: A small and simple space for soldiers to rest and treat injuries, reflecting the harsh conditions of the war. 4. Major General Minoru Ota's Last Letter: A letter he wrote to the Japanese government before the defeat, describing the tragic situation of the Okinawan people. 🔹 Visiting Information 📍 Location: 236 Tomigusuku, Tomigusuku City, Okinawa Prefecture 🕒 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM 🎫 Admission: Adults 600 yen, Children 300 yen This place is not only a historical site but also an important reminder to cherish peace.