[Okinawa Driving Course] A trip to visit war sites and learn about the value of peace

Naha Airport is easily accessible from the center of Naha city, about 10 minutes by monorail or car.
The rental car information center is located at the arrivals gate on the first floor of the airport, and there are many other locations within a 10-minute drive. The system is to take the shuttle bus of each rental car company waiting in the airport arrivals lobby to the office, complete the procedure, and then rent a car.

The commander's room inside the cave remains exactly as it was at the time of the Battle of Okinawa.
The museum displays materials related to the former naval headquarters cave and the Battle of Okinawa, allowing you to deepen your knowledge.
This is a place where you can reaffirm the horror of war and the preciousness of peace.

This Okinawa soba restaurant is located in an old house that was built over 120 years ago.
They focus on using local ingredients and use herbs grown in their own garden to create wholesome dishes.

It is considered a place where Okinawans can renew their pledge for peace, and the Okinawa All War Dead Memorial Ceremony is held every year on June 23rd.
Within the park, you'll find the Okinawa National Cemetery of the War Dead, memorial towers and monuments from each prefecture, the Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum where you can learn about the Battle of Okinawa through exhibits, the Cornerstone of Peace on which the names of all those who died in the Battle of Okinawa are engraved, and the Okinawa Peace Memorial Hall which houses the Okinawa Peace Statue.

It was built to console the souls of the Himeyuri students who lost their lives on the battlefield and to pray for peace. The names of the Himeyuri students who died are inscribed, and there is a charnel house at the back.
Even now, 68 years after the end of the war, many worshippers come and offer prayers.

Umanchu Market is said to have around 1,000 contracted farmers, and produce picked that morning is brought in one after another. In addition to vegetables, seasonal fruits are also sold, and they are very popular because they are cheap and fresh.

The sea is beautiful and the sunsets that set in the direction of Kerama are also spectacular, making this a popular relaxation spot for people living in Naha and its surrounding areas.
The sky above is the landing route for aircraft approaching Naha Airport, so you can see the impressive sight of planes passing by.