Naha: Journey into Okinawa's WWII Navy Underground HQ

Begin your journey at the Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters, an extensive bunker complex dug out as a central command base by the Japanese Navy in preparation for the American invasion.

Start with a visit to the museum, where you'll learn about the battle's history and significance. Then, enter the underground complex, where operations rooms, communication facilities, and command offices have been faithfully reconstructed to preserve the atmosphere of the original wartime command center.

Walk through the dimly lit corridors, where thousands of Japanese soldiers once took shelter. With ammunition running low, some even resorted to using handmade spears in desperate attacks against the enemy. Many died within these very tunnels.

As you explore, feel the weight of history and the presence of the past, gaining a deeper understanding of the battle's impact on Okinawa and its people.