Prince Rupert in North Coast, British Columbia — Canadas West Coast (North America)
Kazu Maru Memorial
Photographed by Bradley Owen, August 14, 2026
1. Kazu Maru Memorial
The odyssey of the "Khau Maru" has a mystic quality. On September 25th 1985, Kazukio Sakamoto left Owase, Japan for a day of fishing aboard his beloved "Kazu Maru". Unfortunately, he never returned.
A year and a half later the "Kazu Maru" was found adrift off the Queen Charlotte Islands. When it was brought into Prince Rupert to be identified, it was discovered that the boat was from the sister city of Prince Rupert; Owase, Japan. The boat was lovingly restored by people in Prince Rupert and placed on display.
This strange coincidence has served to bring the two cities closer together. During the official opening of the Mariners Memorial Park, Mrs. Sakamoto, members of her family and others visiting from Owase, offered prayers and helped dedicate this memorial to all those who have lost their lives in the Pacific Ocean.
Erected by Hecate Strait Rotary Club.
Topics and series. This historical marker and memorial is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Lost at Sea series list. A significant historical date for this entry is September 25, 1985.
Location. 54° 19.042′ N, 130° 19.305′ W.
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Regionally, this marker and memorial is in Northern BC. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Mural: Our Wealth (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Mural: Our Wealth (about 90 meters away); Lloyd Ernest Bud Pierce (about 90 meters away); Triple Island Lighthouse / Le Phare de L'ile Triple (about 120 meters away); Prince Rupert Cenotaph (about 150 meters away); MacKenzie Furniture Ltd. (approx. 0.2 kilometers away); Charles Melville Hays (approx. 0.6 kilometers away); Franklin D. Roosevelt Park (approx. 1.2 kilometers away). Touch for a list and
Photographed by Bradley Owen, August 14, 2026
2. Kazu Maru Memorial
The fenced in marker is in front of the restored boat.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 24, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 24, 2026, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 24, 2026, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia.
