Admiral Perry’s Arrival Memorial Stone

Admiral Perry’s Arrival Memorial Stone

STATUE

Japan was closed off to the rest of the world for many years. In 1854, Commodore Matthew C. Perry sailed to Shimoda with his nine “black ships” to force Japan to open Japanese ports to US ships. Numerous monuments are dotted around Shimoda commemorating this event, despite it being humiliating for the Japanese at the time.

This memorial stone is a bust of Perry and an anchor donated by the US Navy.

There are two car parks you can use. Either use the Shimoda Park car park or the Perry Road car park.

Review

The statue marks an important part of Japanese history. Whether or not you know the story behind Perry, make sure to visit and read about him on the many signs dotted about the important tourist attractions. They usually have English so feel free to take your time and explore everything!

There isn’t much to do at the statue other than read and take some pictures so make sure to pack more into your itinerary. There are plenty of things to do nearby related to Perry, or just things to do if you’re not bothered about doing a “Perry tour”.

ADDRESS

Admiral Perry’s Arrival Memorial Stone,
6-6 Sanchome,
Shimoda,
Shizuoka Prefecture,
415-0023

Phone number unavailable
https://www.city.shimoda.shizuoka.jp/category/100100midokoro/110767.html (Google Translated English available)

RECOMMENDED ROUTE:

There is no set car park for the statue, however you are able to use the ones for the other amenities. To use public transport then take the train from Atami Station and alight at Shimoda Station. You can walk here from the station.