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Yamato Museum (Kure Maritime Museum)
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Yamato Museum (Kure Maritime Museum)

Location

5-20 Takaramachi, Kure, Hiroshima 737-0029, Japan

Takaramachi, Hiroshima

About

Located in the historic naval port of Kure, this museum offers a poignant look at Japan’s maritime history, highlighted by a breathtaking 1:10 scale replica of the legendary battleship Yamato. Beyond the massive model, you will find authentic WWII artifacts, including a Zero fighter plane and Kaiten human torpedoes. It is a must-visit for military history buffs and those wanting to understand the human cost of the Pacific War.

Insider Tip

Rent the English audio guide at the entrance; many of the deeply moving personal letters and artifact descriptions are only in Japanese.

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Takaramachi, Hiroshima
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