Cannon and Bunker of Japanese heritage during World War II can be found in Hatetabako Village, Central Wasile Sub-district, East Halmahera, North Maluku province. Those historic objects are very interesting to visit.
Here you can see the muzzle of a cannon which has been deliberately damaged by the allied forces, by detonating a grenade at the muzzle of the cannon. This region was bombarded by the allied forces in November to December 1944.
Here you can see the muzzle of a cannon which has been deliberately damaged by the allied forces, by detonating a grenade at the muzzle of the cannon. This region was bombarded by the allied forces in November to December 1944.
Japanese bunker can be found about 50 meter from the coast of Hatetabako Village. The building has a structure of concrete and iron frame with four doors and two rooms, each room is connected with long hallways. This bunker was built by Japanese forces in 1943 to dispel air and sea attack by the allied forces who based in Morotai Island. However, in 1944 Japan was defeated by the allied forces in the Pacific War.
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| Source: Photo Tutu Maluleo |
You can also find another bunker consists of 20 doors that became a hideout for Japanese forcesat that time. This bunker is made of clay and sculpted perfectly. From one door to another door are interconnected.
Beside seeing historic objects, you can also relax on the beach which has a stretch of fine white sand with clear sea, becoming a very suitable place to enjoy the beautiful scenery and water play. The village is located about 30 km from Subaim Village, Wasile Sub-district. The access road is unpaved but still can be passed by motorcycles and cars. The best time to visit this place is during the dry season.
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