Ishinomaki Municipal Okawa Elementary School

The former elementary school building stands as preserved disaster remains, with visible damage from the devastating tsunami that struck the coastal area.

Founded in 1873, the educational facility served the local community until 2018, when it officially closed following the catastrophic events of March 2011.

The memorial holds educational exhibitions about natural disasters, featuring testimonies and artifacts that document the impact on the local population.

Located 3.7 kilometers inland at 8.6 meters elevation, visitors can access the site daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on Wednesdays.

The preserved structure sustained damage when 74 students and 10 teachers lost their lives during the tsunami, leading to significant changes in evacuation protocols.

Location: Ishinomaki

Inception: 1873

Website: https://ishinomakiikou.net/en/okawa

GPS coordinates: 38.54627,141.42846

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:17