Japan

Theft of Okinawa Cultural Items

During World War II, numerous items of historical and cultural significance were stolen from museums in Okinawa. The FBI and Department of State are assisting the Okinawa Prefectural Government in their attempts to identify and recover these cultural objects.

Crown of the Sho Royal Family Ryukyu Kingdom (18th - 19th century) Gold, coral, crystal, jade, glass beads, silk	Ceremonial Costume 18th - 19th century Damask silk	Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shoen (1470 - 1476) Dated 1796
Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shoshin (1477 - 1526) Dated 1796	Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shogen (1556 - 1572) Dated 1796	Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shonei (1589 - 1620) Dated 1796
Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shohou (1621 - 1640) Dated 1796	Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shotei (1669 - 1709) Dated 1796	Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shokei (1713-1751) Dated 1796
Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shoboku (1752 - 1794) Dated 1796	Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shokou (1804 - 1834) Dated 1837	Scroll Painting Portrait of King Shoiku (1835 - 1874) Dated 1852
Scroll Painting Portrait of Prince Shojun (1660 - 1706) Dated to the 18th century

If you have any information regarding this theft, please contact your local FBI Office or United States Embassy.