Hyōsetsu no Mon

Hyōsetsu no Mon is a memorial in Wakkanai Park dedicated to those who died in distant lands. The installation features a central female figure gazing upward with hands oriented downward, accompanied by supporting stone structures that form a composed whole.

The memorial was constructed in 1963 to honor those who perished in Sakhalin during periods of hardship. It stands as a marker of the historical relationship between mainland Japan and that distant northern region.

The monument embodies survival and remembrance through its sculptural elements that speak to harsh northern conditions and human resilience. Visitors sense the connection to those who endured difficult winters and separation from distant lands.

The monument is located within Wakkanai Park and is accessible on foot or by local transportation from downtown. The park offers free access and can be visited comfortably throughout the year.

The inscriptions on the monument reference historical ties between Japan and Sakhalin, documenting a period of separation and restricted movement. These details tell a lesser-known chapter that many visitors tend to overlook.

Location: Wakkanai

Inception: August 1963

GPS coordinates: 45.42188,141.66837

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:46