Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Exterior
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Exterior © Taisyo, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is a museum located in Hiroshima, Japan, dedicated to preserving the memory of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945. The museum serves as a reminder of the devastating effects of nuclear warfare and a call for peace and the abolition of nuclear weapons. Visitors can view exhibits on the history of the atomic bombing, including artifacts, photographs, and personal accounts of survivors. The museum also features interactive exhibits, films and diagrams to provide a comprehensive understanding of the bombings and its aftermath. The museum's main goal is to educate visitors on the importance of peace and the dangers of nuclear weapons. It serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and a call for nuclear disarmament.

Opening Hours

08:30 - 17:00

Admission

Adult: 200 JPY

Address

1-2 Nakajimacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811

Getting There

  • 5 minutes walk from Genbaku Domu Mae (原爆ドーム前駅)

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