The original name of the cave is ABYAU Binsar in the Biak language. During World War II, the cave is called the Japan Cave, because the Japanese army use it as a logistics center and the hiding center.
More than 5000 Japanese soldiers trapped and die in its cave due to a sudden attack of the allied soldiers. The cave visited by many tourists from foreign countries, especially from Japan. Located in the Village Sumberker approximately 15 minutes from Biak city and could be reached by all types of Vehicles. The World War II Monument
This monument was built by the Japanese Government in Parai village which stored a number of bones of the Japanese army troops who died in World War II. This location is chosen because in the years 1942 - 1944 this place is used as the Trade Center by the Japan government in addition to the base of defense. To reach the monument is required about 15 minutes from the town of Biak. (source: papua.go.id)
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