Osaka International Peace Center

The Osaka International Peace Center is a museum near Osaka Castle that documents the effects of warfare on the city and its people. The building houses World War II artifacts, materials about the atomic bombings, and evidence of the over 50 air raids that struck Osaka.

The center was established by Osaka's government in 1989 and opened in 1991 to preserve memories of the air raids that devastated the city during wartime. Its creation reflected a commitment to ensuring that this dark period would not be forgotten.

The museum reflects how conflict shaped Osaka's identity and continues to influence how residents think about peace. Visitors encounter traces of the air raids that remain central to the city's collective memory.

The museum sits a short walk from the nearest train station, making it convenient to reach on foot. Plan to spend several hours inside, as the exhibits and materials require time to absorb thoughtfully.

The museum displays scale models of 1-ton bombs alongside photographs showing the exact locations throughout the city where they fell. These physical representations help visitors understand the widespread nature of the destruction that Osaka endured.

Location: Ōsaka-jō

Inception: July 25, 1989

Architects: Government of Osaka, Coelacanth and Associates

Official opening: September 1991

Operator: 公益財団法人 大阪国際平和センター

Address: 大阪府大阪市中央区大阪城2番1号

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 09:30-17:00

Phone: +81669477208

Website: https://peace-osaka.or.jp

GPS coordinates: 34.68167,135.53000

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43