Kuniyoshi, Itoman, Okinawa Prefecture
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¥500
The White Plum Tower (Hakubai no To) in Itoman, Okinawa, is a memorial dedicated to the White Plum Student Nursing Corps, composed of female students from Okinawa Prefectural Second Girls' High School who served as nurses during World War II. Located in a quiet area of Itoman, it offers a serene and contemplative atmosphere, contrasting with the more crowded Himeyuri Peace Museum. Visitors can reflect on the sacrifices made by these young women and learn about the impact of the war. The site includes a monument, a cave where many perished, and a nearby tower commemorating other war victims. It's a place for quiet reflection and remembrance.