Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (平和記念公園), also known as the Peace Park, is a memorial park located in Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. The park was established to commemorate the victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, and to promote peace and nuclear disarmament.

The centerpiece of the park is the Atomic Bomb Dome, also known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, which was one of the few buildings left standing after the atomic bomb was dropped. The dome has been preserved in its damaged state as a reminder of the destructive power of nuclear weapons.

The park also features several other memorials, including the Children’s Peace Monument, which is dedicated to the memory of the many children who died as a result of the bombing, and the Peace Flame, which will remain lit until all nuclear weapons are abolished. The park also includes a museum, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, which showcases the history of the atomic bombing and its aftermath.

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a symbol of hope for peace and a reminder of the tragic consequences of war. It attracts visitors from all over the world who come to pay their respects to the victims of the atomic bombing and to learn about the importance of promoting peace and nuclear disarmament.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Hours	Mar–Jul / 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Aug / 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM Sept–Nov / 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Dec–Feb / 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM To enter the permanent exhibition room during the extended hours (7:30 AM – 8:30 AM and the time slots shown below), prior online reservation is necessary. Mar-Jul / 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Aug / 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Sept–Nov / 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Dec–Feb / 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Admission	Adults: 200 yen High school students: 100 yen Junior high school students and younger: free
Phone	+81 82-241-4004
Address	1-2 Nakajimacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811
Official Website	https://hpmmuseum.jp/?lang=eng

Getting there

From Hiroshima Station to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park:

Tram	Hiroshima Station ↓ Hiroshima Electric Railway (Number 2 or 6) ↓ 16 minutes (10 stops) Peace Memorial Park Station ↓ Walk about 3 minutes ↓ Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (Cost 220 yen)
Bus	Hiroshima Station ↓ Bus Number 25 Inokuchi Shako ↓ 14 minutes (7 stops) Peace Memorial Park Bus Stop ↓ Walk about 1 minute ↓ Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park (Cost 220 yen)
Walk	About 35 minutes (2.3 km)
Taxi	About 10 minutes (Cost about 900 yen)

Details

Hours	Open 24 hours
Admission	Free
Phone	+81 82-241-4004
Address	1-2 Nakajimacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811
Resources	https://www.city.hiroshima.lg.jp/site/hiroshima-park/7480.html