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Atomic Bomb Dome (Peace Memorial Park)

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Atomic Bomb Dome (Peace Memorial Park)

A historically significant building that preserves the appearance of Hiroshima after the atomic bombing. The Peace Bell is located in Peace Memorial Park.

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The Atomic Bomb Dome was originally designed by Czech architect Jan Letzel and completed on April 5, 1915, as the Hiroshima Prefectural Products Exhibition Hall. However, it was severely damaged by the atomic bombing, just 160 meters from the hypocenter. Its exposed steel framework and crumbling exterior walls have been preserved as they were immediately after the bombing, and the building eventually came to be known as the Atomic Bomb Dome. It is a historically significant building that conveys the tragedy of the past to the present day.

The Atomic Bomb Dome can only be viewed from the outside, and visitors are not permitted to enter. It is also illuminated at night, creating an atmospheric scene that differs from its daytime appearance.
Peace Memorial Park, where the Atomic Bomb Dome is located, contains many monuments, memorials, and facilities dedicated to world peace, including the Peace Bell, the Children's Peace Monument, and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.

The Atomic Bomb Dome can also be viewed from the rooftop of Orizuru Tower, a 13-story multipurpose building near Peace Memorial Park, or from the water aboard a sightseeing boat.

Highlights

  • A historically significant building that conveys the tragedy of the past.
  • Its exposed steel framework and crumbling exterior walls have been preserved as they were immediately after the atomic bombing.
  • Peace Memorial Park contains many facilities dedicated to world peace.
  • The Atomic Bomb Dome can only be viewed from the outside. Visitors are not permitted to enter.

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  • The Atomic Bomb Dome conveys the tragedy of the past to the present day

    The Atomic Bomb Dome conveys the tragedy of the past to the present day

  • The Atomic Bomb Dome conveys the tragedy of the past to the present day

    The Atomic Bomb Dome conveys the tragedy of the past to the present day

  • Peace Memorial Park is home to many facilities dedicated to world peace.

    Peace Memorial Park is home to many facilities dedicated to world peace.

  • The Peace Bell

    The Peace Bell

Reviews

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  • BobbyJenny
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    The Atomic Bomb Dome is a must-see when visiting Hiroshima. Standing in front of the building in person was even more powerful than seeing it in photos. The preserved outer walls and dome structure quietly tell the story of that unforgettable chapter in history.

  • Jk
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    I made a special trip to visit the Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although I had seen it countless times in history textbooks and photos, standing before it in person, the visual impact and weight of its history still filled me with solemn respect and left me speechless for a long time.
    The weathered steel framework and damaged dome stand quietly along the Motoyasu River, as if silently recounting that heartbreaking chapter of history. Although the surrounding area is now the lively, green Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the preserved ruins still have a powerful emotional impact, making you deeply appreciate how precious and hard-won peace is.
    Many visitors from Japan and abroad stop here to reflect and take photos. The atmosphere throughout the park is solemn, yet carries a hint of hope for the future. I highly recommend that anyone visiting Hiroshima come here in person. It will definitely leave you deeply moved and with an unforgettable perspective on life!

  • Linda Liao
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    原爆圓頂館靜靜矗立在和平紀念公園對側，以僅存的殘破結構，無聲地向世人訴說戰爭的殘酷，以及和平的珍貴。

    不只是來到廣島必訪的景點，更是這座城市浴火重生的見證人。活在今日和平的社會，我們更應珍惜得來不易的安穩，省思戰爭所帶來的苦難與破壞，並記住那些曾經逝去的生命。

    願所有逝者安息，也願溫暖的陽光照亮這片曾經受傷的土地，讓和平的信念代代延續。

  • Queenie
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    When people think of Hiroshima, the Atomic Bomb Dome is the first thing that comes to mind for many. I'm not particularly interested in historical sites, so I didn't have very high expectations at first. But when I got there, I found that there were so many foreign tourists—it was much livelier than I had imagined! What left the biggest impression on me instead was a group of Japanese elementary school students on a field trip wearing little yellow hats. They looked so cute listening attentively to their teacher's explanation. The Atomic Bomb Dome itself is very well preserved. Although I haven't studied its history in depth, seeing it in person was still very moving. If you're visiting Hiroshima, I still highly recommend stopping by, since this is one of the city's most iconic landmarks.

  • 雨妤魚
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    Honestly, I wasn’t that interested. But there were soooo many foreigners there. I’m not really sure why everyone is so into this place, but for me it was just okay, more like a spot to walk around.

    What was interesting, though, was seeing so many Japanese elementary school kids on a field trip wearing little yellow hats?
    I thought that was super, super cute.

    I’m not usually very attached to historical sites, but it does seem like this place has been carefully preserved. It’s kept in pretty good condition.

    Still, it’s a tourist spot worth checking off.
    It kind of feels like you haven’t really been to Hiroshima until you’ve come here.

    Not sure why this review sounds kind of boring lol, but yeah haha.

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Details

Name in Japanese
原爆ドーム（平和記念公園）
Postal Code
730-0051
Address
1-10 Otemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Admission
Free
The Atomic Bomb Dome can only be viewed from the outside.
Closed on
Open year-round
Hours
Open 24 hours
Some areas have designated hours.
Access
About a 1-minute walk from Genbaku Dome-mae Station on the Hiroshima Electric Railway
Official website
Official website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa