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Chiran Peace Museum
知覧特攻平和会館

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Chiran Peace Museum

知覧特攻平和会館

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4.4/5

Best time to visit: Fall
Open hours: N/A
Price: Free

Chiran Peace Museum (知覧特攻平和会館) is a museum located in the city of Minamikyushu, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. The museum is dedicated to the memory of the Special Attack Corps (Tokkotai) who participated in the Pacific War and died in action. The museum provides visitors with an understanding of the history of the Tokkotai and their sacrifices. The Special Attack Corps was formed in 1944 and consisted of young Japanese pilots who flew their planes in suicide missions, known as kamikaze attacks, during the Pacific War. The Chiran Peace Museum was established to commemorate the memory of the pilots and provide visitors with an understanding of the reasons behind their actions and the impact of war on their lives. The museum features a number of exhibits that showcase the history of the Tokkotai and their missions. Visitors can see a restored kamikaze plane, along with photographs and personal items belonging to the pilots. The museum also features a library that holds a collection of books and documents about the war and the Tokkotai. In addition to the exhibits, the Chiran Peace Museum also holds events and activities throughout the year. For example, the museum organizes an annual memorial ceremony to honor the pilots who lost their lives in the war. The ceremony is attended by families of the pilots and other members of the local community. Visitors to the Chiran Peace Museum will leave with a deeper understanding of the history of the Pacific War and the sacrifices made by the young pilots of the Tokkotai. The museum provides a sobering reminder of the toll that war takes on individuals and communities. It also serves as a symbol of peace and a call for visitors to work towards a world free from conflict. In conclusion, the Chiran Peace Museum in Kagoshima is a must-visit for anyone interested in learning about the history of the Pacific War and the sacrifices made by the Special Attack Corps. The museum provides visitors with a rich and immersive experience, and it is a powerful symbol of the importance of peace and the need to remember and honor those who have lost their lives in conflict.

Getting to Chiran Peace Museum

  • By Public Transport

Nearest City: Kagoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture

Transportation: Take the train from Kagoshima Chuo Station to either Hirakawa Station (平川駅) or Kiire Station (喜入駅) which would take roughly 30 minutes. From take the bus to the Peace Museum which will take roughly 30 minutes.

Travel Time: Located within walking distance from Tokko Kannon Bus Stop.

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