Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum
Chugoku Region
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, located in Hiroshima, Japan, serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of the atomic bomb dropped on the city on August 6, 1945. Established within the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the museum preserves and exhibits artifacts, testimonies, and materials related to the bombing and its aftermath. The museum's mission is to educate visitors about the horrors and inhumanity of nuclear weapons while promoting the message of "No More Hiroshima." It houses extensive collections of personal belongings of victims, photographs, and documents that illustrate the immediate and long-term effects of the bomb on people and the environment. The museum also offers educational programs, volunteer guides, and scheduled talks to deepen understanding. Its location near the iconic Genbaku Dome, the preserved ruin of the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, enhances its historical significance. The museum is a powerful symbol of peace and resilience, attracting millions of visitors annually who come to reflect on the tragedy and advocate for nuclear disarmament.
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Astuce: Visitors are encouraged to purchase web tickets in advance, especially for early morning and late afternoon time slots when entry is restricted to ticket holders only. The museum can be busy, so planning your visit during less crowded hours or off-peak seasons is recommended. Free programs such as volunteer-guided tours and scheduled talks on atomic bomb experiences are available to enrich the visit. Entry for special exhibitions and volunteer activities does not require ticket queues. Check the official website for current opening hours and ticketing details to ensure a smooth visit.
Faits intéressants
- •The Genbaku Dome is the only structure near the bomb's hypocenter to remain standing after the atomic blast.
- •The building was designed by Czech architect Jan Letzel and completed in 1915.
- •The atomic bomb exploded approximately 150 meters horizontally and 600 meters vertically from the Dome, sparing its vertical columns from total collapse.
- •The Dome has undergone minimal changes since the bombing, with only stabilization work to preserve its skeletal remains.
- •Barack Obama was the first sitting U.S. president to visit the Memorial in 2016, marking a historic moment of reconciliation.
- •The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park was created around the Dome between 1950 and 1964 as a dedicated area for remembrance and peace advocacy.
Histoire
Originally completed in 1915 as the Hiroshima Prefectural Commercial Exhibition Hall, the building now known as the Genbaku Dome survived the atomic bombing almost intact due to its sturdy, earthquake-resistant design.
The bomb exploded nearly directly above the structure, killing all inside but leaving the skeletal remains standing.
Initially slated for demolition, local debate led to its preservation as a memorial symbolizing peace.
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park was established around the Dome between 1950 and 1964, and in 1966 the city council resolved to preserve the structure permanently.
Preservation efforts continued through the late 20th century to stabilize the ruins, which remain a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996.
Guide du lieu
Permanent Exhibition Hall
The main museum building where visitors can view extensive displays of artifacts, photographs, and testimonies related to the atomic bombing and its aftermath. Exhibits include personal belongings of victims and educational materials about nuclear weapons' impact.
Genbaku Dome (Atomic Bomb Dome)1915
The preserved skeletal remains of the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, which was almost directly beneath the atomic bomb explosion. It stands as a symbol of peace and a stark reminder of nuclear devastation.
Peace Learning Programs
Free volunteer-guided tours, scheduled talks by atomic bomb survivors and their families, and video presentations that provide deeper insight into the human impact of the bombing and promote peace education.
Contact
Téléphone: 082-241-4004