Urinote Elementary School (Disaster Memorial)
Uketo Elementary School
A 'Miracle School' where every student and teacher survived.Explore this spot
Located in Namie Town, Fukushima Prefecture, Urinote Elementary School is the only facility in the prefecture preserved as a disaster memorial site.
What makes it special
About Urinote Elementary School (Disaster Memorial)
- Learn from History: Witnessing the tsunami traces on the school walls provides a powerful realization of the importance of evacuation.
- Understand through Stories: The storybook exhibition allows you to connect with the human experience of the disaster through a more personal narrative.
- Enhance Disaster Awareness: Visit not just as a tourist, but as a student of disaster prevention to think about future safety and mitigation.
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Weather forecast
Tue
8/4
23°/22°
31%
Wed
8/5
24°/21°
0%
Thu
8/6
25°/24°
25%
Fri
8/7
30°/24°
47%
Sat
8/8
30°/24°
64%
Sun
8/9
28°/23°
43%
Mon
8/10
24°/21°
43%
Tips
Payment
Cash only (please check for specific fees at the site)
English Support
English signage and support are limited
Reservations
Advance confirmation is recommended for group visits
Clothing
Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended
Photography
Please follow local instructions regarding photography of exhibits and the building
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking are available
Etiquette
Please maintain a respectful and quiet attitude as this is a site of memory