Japan’s Cutest Rabbit Island Hides One of WWII’s Darkest Secrets

Thousands of rabbits race across the grass the moment a ferry arrives. They nudge visitors for treats, nap beneath the trees, and wander freely along quiet coastal paths. To most people, Okunoshima is simply Japan’s Rabbit Island—a place known for fluffy ears, twitching noses, and endless photo opportunities. It feels impossible to imagine that this peaceful island […]