Yaeyama Peace Memorial Museum, Ishigaki Island Okinawa Japan

Near the end of World War Two, the people of the Yaeyama Islands suffered greatly from an outbreak of Malaria when forced from their homes into the jungles causing the death of over 3,000 people. The Yaeyama Peace Memorial Museum is dedicated to educating visitors and local people about the history of this tragic event. On display is a large collection of artifacts and pictures.

From Ishigaki Airport: Approx. 15 min. by car
Admission: 100yen for adults, 50 yen for students
Closing day: Mondays
Address: 79-3, Shinei-machi, Ishigaki city, Okinawa, Japan, 907-0004
Phone: 0980-88-6161