During World War II, Kakazu Takadai Koen (嘉数高台公園), commonly known as Kakazu Peace Park, was the site of one of the bloodiest battles of the Battle of Okinawa: The Battle of Kakazu Ridge. This site is a must see for any history buff or person wanting to visit a scenic quiet park with historical significance. It's also a great place to take the kids and have a picnic, play catch, or enjoy breath taking views of the island.
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Kakazu Takadai Koen (Peace Park)
Historical site of the Battle of Kakazu Ridge

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A view atop the peace tower of the western side of the island.
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Main entrance area to the stairs leading up to the Peace Tower
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From the southern court yard area, this is a view of the vertical stairs leading to the Peace Tower.
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A view of the main park field. A good spot for Frisbee, sun bathing, etc. There is also shaded areas with picnic tables
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A playground for kids on the western side of the park
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The main path leading to the top of the ridge
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Stone staircases leading off the path to private tombs (o-haka)
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The top main courtyard area
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A marquee atop the ridge explaining the battle stations (tochka) used by the Japanese Military in the battle of Kakazu Ridge.
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A top view looking down at the tochka.
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The main shrine atop the ridge
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A top view looking down the southern stair case leading up to the Peace Tower
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A view of the Peace Tower from the top of the stone staircase - notice it's in the shape of the earth
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A view atop the peace tower of the eastern side of the island.
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A view atop the peace tower of the northern side of the island. Notice the US Military airfield, Futenma Air Station in the back ground
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A view atop the peace tower looking down the staircase onto the lower park area
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Preethu
8 years ago
Beautiful!
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