On June 23rd, Okinawa observed the eightieth anniversary of the end of the Battle of Okinawa, one of the deadliest campaigns of the Second World War. The island, located at Japan’s southern tip, became the centre of a symbolic and emotional tribute as survivors, government officials, peace advocates, and local residents gathered to honour the lives lost during the historic conflict. This commemorative day, known locally as “Irei no Hi” or the Day of Remembrance, marks the culmination of a battle that claimed tens of thousands of civilian and military lives and left a lasting impact on the island’s identity.
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