The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is located in Hiroshima City and serves as a tribute to the victims of the atomic bombing on August 6, 1945. The park encompasses various monuments, memorials, and buildings, including the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, which was one of the few structures left standing near the bomb’s hypocenter.
The park also features the Peace Memorial Museum, which exhibits artifacts and documents related to the bombing and promotes peace education. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum can be a compelling experience for some, and if you are travelling in a group, you may notice how differently people react to the museum. Some may be moved to tears by the powerful imagery, while others may quietly reflect on the experience. Due to the nature of the museum, we remind you to be respectful when taking photos and videos inside the museum, as there may be people going through many emotions as they gaze upon the exhibits. The last entry to the museum is 30 minutes before closing.
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and the nearby Peace Memorial Museum are solemn places for reflection and remembrance and symbols of the city’s commitment to peace and nuclear disarmament.
The exact death total for the Hiroshima bombings can never be confirmed, but it is believed that the death toll is between 70,000 and 120,000 civilians plus military personnel.
Hours and Admission (Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum)
- Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm (March - July)
- Hours: 8:30am - 7:00pm (August, and on August 5 & 6, open until 8:00pm)
- Hours: 8:30am - 6:00pm (September - November)
- Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (December - February)
- 200JPY
- Average Time Spent: 30-90 minutes
- Official Website
Accessing the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum can easily be accessed from Hiroshima Station by the city’s tram lines. Take the No.6 Tram from Hiroshima Station to stop Genbaku Dome-mae tram stop.
This should take around 10 minutes, and cost 220JPY one way. This is not covered by the JR Pass.
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