World War 2 Relics

World War II Relics

Both of Bougainville’s main islands played a part in the War in the Pacific during World War II.

Japanese, American, Australian and New Zealand forces spent time serving in Bougainville. The relics left behind from the war are scattered all over the island from east to west, north to south, and even on some of its offshore islands. 

The Admiral Yamamoto Crash Site in Buin is possibly the most renowned of our WWII relics. Little Tokyo in Tonolei is another interesting site. Tanks, ships, battlegrounds, bunkers, and aircraft can be found in most areas around Bougainville and are just waiting to be discovered by the adventurous traveller!