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Bansei Special Attack Peace Memorial Museum (万世特攻平和祈念館)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Pay your respects at a historic shrine dedicated to Shimazu Tadayoshi (Nisshin-ko)

About 20 min from the previous stop

About 50 min here

About 20 min to the next stop

Next stop: Enjoy the sea breeze at a park overlooking Fukiagehama, one of Japan's three great sand dunes

About this spot

A facility exhibiting materials related to the Bansei Airfield that existed here during the final stages of World War II. Through photographs and personal effects from that era, it tells the stories of those who took off from this location, providing a place for families to discuss the importance of peace. The exhibition is arranged for quiet viewing with easy-to-understand explanations suitable for children. Learning about this aspect of Kaseda's history adds a different perspective to seeing the town during the festival.

Tips

Plan for 30-40 minutes to tour the museum at a leisurely pace. Since the exhibition covers historical themes, it's advisable to give children a heads-up beforehand depending on their age. An on-site parking lot is available.