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Historic site · Kavieng, New Ireland
Japanese gun (Harbour Road, Kavieng)
Large World War II gun mounted atop a bunker on Harbour Road in Kavieng, one of the remains of the Japanese occupation of New Ireland between 1942 and 1945.
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About Japanese gun (Harbour Road, Kavieng)
The gun on Harbour Road stands in central Kavieng atop a concrete bunker facing the harbour. It is one of the most visible World War II remains in the town.
On January 21, 1942, Japanese aircraft bombed Kavieng, and most Australians left the town that night. The Japanese occupied the island three days later and remained until 1945, when Allied forces retook New Ireland and found Kavieng almost destroyed.
The gun and bunker are part of the coastal defenses installed during the occupation. Other remnants from that period appear in the region, such as an old coral airstrip near the town and sunken planes and ships, now visited by divers.
The stop is brief and can be done on foot during a walk around town.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
About 15 to 30 minutes.
Best time
Any time of day while touring the town centre and waterfront.
How to get there
It is on Harbour Road in central Kavieng, a few minutes’ walk from the shops and the waterfront.
Tip
Combine the stop with a World War II wreck dive to see both sides of the occupation’s history.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Japanese gun (Harbour Road, Kavieng)
Was Kavieng occupied during World War II?
Yes. The Japanese occupied the town in January 1942 and remained until 1945. The town was left almost destroyed.
Where is the Japanese gun in Kavieng?
On top of a bunker on Harbour Road in the town centre, facing the harbour.
Are there other war remains in Kavieng?
Yes, such as an old coral airstrip near the town and sunken planes and ships visited by divers.