Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall, Hiroshima
The Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, established in 2002, is a solemn memorial dedicated to remembering the victims of the atomic bomb that devastated Hiroshima during World War II. Designed by Kenzo Tange, the Hall is located in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park near the Motoyasu River. It serves as a place for reflection, education, and healing.
The Hall's primary objective is to preserve the memories and stories of the survivors, known as hibakusha. The curators actively engage with hibakusha, collecting their personal accounts of the bomb's impact to ensure that their experiences are passed down to future generations.
Additionally, the curators gather names and photographs of the atomic bomb victims, honoring their memory and providing a tangible representation of the human toll. This information is compiled to create a comprehensive archive, allowing visitors to connect with the personal stories behind the statistics.
Through a project called "reading the stories of the atomic bombing," the curators analyze testimonies, photographs, and names to gain a deeper understanding of the human impact of the bomb. This initiative helps researchers and visitors develop a more empathetic appreciation for the immense suffering endured by the victims and their families.
A notable aspect of the Hall is that admission is free, emphasizing the commitment to ensuring accessibility for all who wish to learn from the past.
The Hall's primary objective is to preserve the memories and stories of the survivors, known as hibakusha. The curators actively engage with hibakusha, collecting their personal accounts of the bomb's impact to ensure that their experiences are passed down to future generations.
Additionally, the curators gather names and photographs of the atomic bomb victims, honoring their memory and providing a tangible representation of the human toll. This information is compiled to create a comprehensive archive, allowing visitors to connect with the personal stories behind the statistics.
Through a project called "reading the stories of the atomic bombing," the curators analyze testimonies, photographs, and names to gain a deeper understanding of the human impact of the bomb. This initiative helps researchers and visitors develop a more empathetic appreciation for the immense suffering endured by the victims and their families.
A notable aspect of the Hall is that admission is free, emphasizing the commitment to ensuring accessibility for all who wish to learn from the past.
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Sight Name: Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall
Sight Location: Hiroshima, Japan (See walking tours in Hiroshima)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Hiroshima, Japan (See walking tours in Hiroshima)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Hiroshima, Japan
Create Your Own Walk in Hiroshima
Creating your own self-guided walk in Hiroshima is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Hiroshima Introduction Walking Tour
Tucked away within the contours of Japan's southwestern expanse, the green and picturesque city of Hiroshima emerges as a profound testament to history's arc and an unwavering beacon of hope for a world united in harmony.
Composed of two kanji characters: "hiro", which means "wide" or "broad," and "shima", which means "island," the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
Composed of two kanji characters: "hiro", which means "wide" or "broad," and "shima", which means "island," the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.8 Km or 2.4 Miles
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Tour
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park stands as a solemn testament to one of the darkest chapters in human history. This park is a haunting reminder of the catastrophic impact of nuclear warfare during World War II. Its grounds, marked by heart-wrenching attractions, bear witness to the immense suffering and loss that occurred on August 6, 1945.
Within this place of sorrow, the attractions etch the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Within this place of sorrow, the attractions etch the... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles