New Home Rising for WWII Fighter in Western Japan to Honor History
The Construction of a New Exhibition Hall for the Shiden-Kai Fighter Plane In Ainan, Ehime, the construction of a new exhibition hall has begun to preserve the only remaining Shiden-Kai advanced fighter plane used by the former Imperial Japanese Navy. This aircraft serves as a powerful reminder of the horrors of war and the value of peace. The project is part of an ongoing effort to ensure that future generations can learn from history. Crowdfunding Success A crowdfunding campaign launched by the Ehime Prefectural Government to support the relocation of the Shiden-Kai far exceeded its goal, raising about 81 million yen (around $536,000). This financial success has allowed the prefecture to proceed with the construction of a new hall in the town of Ainan. The new facility will continue to convey the lessons of war and the importance of peace through the Shiden-Kai, which experienced the conflict firsthand. Historical Significance of the Shiden-Kai The Shiden-Kai was an advanced air...