About Filipino-Japanese Friendship Tower
The Filipino-Japanese Friendship Tower is a 27-meter memorial tower in Bagumbayan, Bagac, Bataan, Philippines. Inaugurated on April 8, 1975, it was built to symbolize post-World War II reconciliation and friendship between the Philippines and Japan. Located near the start of the Bataan Death March route, the tower features a viewing platform and is a prominent historical landmark along the Bagac coastline.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open, outdoor memorial site centered on a tall white and red tower with a viewing deck accessible via internal stairs. The site is set on elevated ground near the coast with views of the surrounding town and sea. Visitors can view commemorative plaques, take photographs of the tower exterior, climb to the observation level when accessible, and explore the small surrounding plaza and garden area.
Key highlights
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27-meter high memorial tower with distinctive red and white design
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Observation deck offering views of Bagac and the coastline
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Commemorative plaques marking friendship and reconciliation
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Located near the historical Bataan Death March route
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Peaceful plaza and garden setting for sightseeing and photography