Former Hitachi Substation

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A precious wartime ruin in Higashiyamato City, bearing scars from bombings. The building, marked with countless bullet holes, silently speaks of the importance of peace. Now a historic site, it serves as a crucial place to learn about the tragedy of war and the city's recovery.

Former Hitachi Substation
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変電所紹介ビデオ［英語字幕版］ “the Ruins of War” The Substation of the former Hitachi Aircraft Company

変電所紹介ビデオ［英語字幕版］ “the Ruins of War” The Substation of the former Hitachi Aircraft Company

Higashiyamato City

Former Hitachi Substation

Address
2-167-18 Sakuragaoka, Higashiyamato City, Tokyo
Website
https://www.city.higashiyamato.lg.jp/bunkasports/museum/1006099/1006102.html
Operator
Higashiyamato City Hall

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