WWII officially ended when Japan surrendered on September 2, 1945. But this didn't necessarily mean the end of the World War II for some men and women. Some dismissed the news of defeat as enemy propaganda, while others didn't even get the news that the war was over. A few of these holdouts hid deep in the jungles and did not surrender their swords until decades later!
In this gallery, you'll get to know some of the most famous Japanese holdouts. Click on to learn all about their fascinating stories.