June 4 (UPI) -- Japan's imperial family honored the war dead in Okinawa on Wednesday, where the last major battle of World War II occurred 80 years ago, from April 1 to June 22, 1945.

Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako brought their daughter, Princess Aiko , with them during a two-day visit to the Okinawa Prefecture, The Japan Times reported.

The trip is to remember the deaths of an estimated 110,000 Japanese soldiers, 12,520 U.S. soldiers and an unknown number of Okinawan civilians who died during the battle.

"I hope it will be an opportunity to reflect deeply on the value of peace and renew our resolve to uphold it," Naruhito told media before embarking on the trip.

The royal family's visit also underscores its commitment to peace while making planned visits to place flowers

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