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Shiraume Monument, Cenotaph monument in Itoman, Japan

The Shiraume Monument rises near Suicide Cliff, featuring Japanese inscriptions and serving as a memorial structure within the Okinawan landscape at coordinates 26°7'3"N, 127°41'14"E.

Built in January 1948, this monument stands as a testament to the events of World War II and commemorates the Shiraume students who lost their lives during that period.

The name Shiraume, meaning white plum in Japanese, represents the monument's role in preserving the memory of local students through traditional Japanese symbolism.

Visitors reach the monument through local transportation options in Itoman, with seasonal variations in access hours and photography permissions at the memorial site.

The monument forms part of a collection of memorial structures near Suicide Cliff, creating a physical connection to the wartime experiences of Okinawa.

Location: Itoman

Inception: January 1948

GPS coordinates: 26.11637,127.68672

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:54

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