The Imperial Navy transformed Ikego village into the largest ammunition preserve in Asia before the facilities became US Navy housing after World War II.
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The Imperial Navy transformed Ikego village into the largest ammunition preserve in Asia before the facilities became US Navy housing after World War II.
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Synopsis
Ikego village in Japan was once a peaceful agriculture community. In the 1940s, the Imperial Navy seized the village and surrounding hills to construct the largest ammunition storage facility in Asia. After Japan's defeat in World War II, the United States Navy took control of the area. Today, the former ammunition site serves as housing for American soldiers. The documentary details these changes over time.
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Why Watch
- See the transformation of Ikego village over decades.
- Find out how military bases reshape local communities.
- Meet the residents affected by the US military presence.
Did You Know
- Ikego village was an agricultural community before World War II.
- The Imperial Navy built the largest ammunition preserve in Asia in Ikego.
- After Japan's defeat, the US Navy took over the facilities in 1945.
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What was Ikego village before World War II?
Ikego village was an idyllic agriculture community before World War II.
What did the Imperial Navy build in Ikego village?
The Imperial Navy took over Ikego village to build the largest ammunition preserve in Asia.
Who took over the facilities in Ikego after Japan lost World War II?
After Japan lost World War II, the US Navy took over the facilities in Ikego.
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