Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is a memorial facility in Nakajimachō dedicated to documenting the consequences of the 1945 atomic bombing. The complex features two main buildings linked by an elevated walkway, where documents, photographs, and preserved items are on display.

The facility opened in 1955 at the site where the first atomic bomb was dropped, commemorating the events of August 6, 1945. Since then, the building has been expanded several times to accommodate more materials and accounts from that period.

The museum's name reflects its mission to educate visitors about nuclear weapons and advocate for global peace. People walk through galleries where everyday objects from victims and testimonies from survivors are displayed.

Opening hours vary by season, with August offering longer visiting times and winter having shorter hours. It is advisable to allow plenty of time, as the exhibition is extensive and requires slow pacing.

The main structure stands on pillars, creating an open ground level that frames views toward the Atomic Bomb Dome ruins. This architectural choice connects the museum directly to the nearby monument through clear sightlines.

Location: Nakajimachō

Inception: 1955

Architects: Kenzō Tange

Official opening: August 24, 1955

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Operator: 広島平和文化センター

Part of: 100 Best Public Buildings in Japan

Address: 1-2 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku

Website: https://hpmmuseum.jp/?lang=eng

GPS coordinates: 34.39147,132.45306

Latest update: December 12, 2025 00:29