Peace Memorial Park

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A park featuring World Heritage Site Genbaku Dome and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, among other historical structures. Enjoy the serene green space and reflect on the wish for peace.

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Overview

Peace Memorial Park is an irreplaceable place for the citizens of Hiroshima, serving as a testament to the atomic bombing tragedy and a prayer for lasting world peace. Within the park stands the World Heritage-listed Genbaku Dome, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, which conveys the horror of the atomic bomb and the brutality of war. The Genbaku Dome is a precious relic preserving its appearance from the day of the bombing, allowing visitors to witness the scars of war firsthand. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum displays the devastation caused by the atomic bomb, the experiences of survivors, and the horrors of war, prompting many to reaffirm the importance of peace. Numerous monuments, including the Atomic Bomb Victims' Cenotaph and the Peace Flame, are also located within the park, embodying the people's wishes for peace. The Atomic Bomb Victims' Cenotaph bears the names of those who perished in the bombing, and many visitors pay their respects there. The Peace Flame, perpetually burning in prayer for lasting world peace, emits a magical light at night, soothing the hearts of visitors. Peace Memorial Park boasts expansive green spaces and several A-bomb survivor trees. In the quiet atmosphere, one can strongly feel the longing for peace; it is a truly moving place. Remembering the tragedy of war and building a peaceful future requires that many people visit this park to contemplate peace and pass on its message.

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Basic Information

Address: 1-1-10, Nakajimacho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima-ken Search for tourist attractions in Hiroshima

Access: From JR Hiroshima Station, take Hiroshima Electric Railway (streetcar) Line 2 for Miyajimaguchi or Line 6 for Eba (Eba), and get off at the Genbaku Dome-mae stop. From JR Hiroshima Station, take Hiroshima Electric Railway (streetcar) Line 1 for Hiroshima Port, and get off at Honmachi, Fukuromachi, or Chuden-mae stops. From Hiroshima Station Bus Terminal, No. 3 platform, take Hiroshima Bus Line 24 (Yoshijima Line) for Yoshijima Depot or Yoshijima Hospital. Alternatively, from No. 6 platform, take Hiroshima Bus Line 25 (Kusatsu Line) for Iguchi/Shoukousenter via Peace Memorial Park. Get off at the Peace Memorial Park bus stop. (Line 25 also has a route via Tokaichi; if taking that route, get off at Genbaku Dome-mae stop). From the JR Hiroshima Shinkansen (bullet train) exit, take the JR Bus Chugoku "Maple Loop" bus and get off at either Genbaku Dome-mae or Peace Memorial Park bus stop. Fare: 200 yen Show route

Op.Hours: Open 24 hours

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: The use of fire, including barbecues, fireworks, and bonfires, is prohibited within the park. Entry beyond the fence surrounding the Atomic Bomb Dome is prohibited. It is not an accessible facility; viewing is from outside only. For lost and found items, please contact the park management office (Tel: +81-82-245-0573) or the facilities listed under "3 Main Buildings in the Park". Wheelchair rentals are available at the facilities listed under "3 Main Buildings in the Park". These are for use within the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and must be returned to the rental facility. For volunteer guide services or atomic bombing experience talks, please contact the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum's Public Relations Section (Tel: +81-82-541-5544). AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) are installed throughout the park. Free public Wi-Fi, "Hiroshima Free Wi-Fi", is available in parts of the park.