Honkawa Public Lavatory, Public toilet and A-bombed building in Naka-ku, Hiroshima, Japan.
The Honkawa Public Lavatory stands near the Kyū-Ōta River, featuring utilitarian architecture focused on providing essential facilities for the local community.
Located 480 meters from ground zero, this structure withstood the atomic bomb explosion of August 6, 1945, becoming a testament to survival.
The lavatory represents the intersection between everyday municipal facilities and the profound historical events that shaped modern Hiroshima.
Visitors can reach the facility by taking a five-minute walk from the Hiroshima Electric Railway Tram stop at Tsuchibashi station.
This public facility maintains its original function while simultaneously serving as a historical landmark documenting the impact of nuclear warfare.
Location: Naka-ku
Accessibility: Inaccessible en fauteuil roulant
GPS coordinates: 34.39311,132.44960
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:35
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