A view atop the peace tower of the western side of the island. (Photo: Timothy Jones)

Kakazu Takadai Koen (Peace Park)

Historical site of the Battle of Kakazu Ridge

Timothy Jones Sep 06, 2014 - 1 minutos de lectura

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.

Timothy Jones @timothy.jones

Greetings! I was born in the USA and originally came to Japan 1990-1993 in the US Air Force. I have been living in Japan ever since, and love it! My travel, life, work experiences in Japan and the rest of Asia are extensive. I have lived in multiple locations across Japan, and I have traveled ext...