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Hiroshima History and Evening Walk
$32.25
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Join us for a 2-hour walking tour led by knowledgeable guides who have dedicated years to sharing the important history of Hiroshima. Experience powerful testimonies and stories from atomic bomb survivors (Hibakusha), creating a deep connection to the past.
Explore significant monuments, including the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, the Peace Cenotaph, and the Children's Peace Monument. We will also visit lesser-known yet vital sites such as the Gates of Peace, the Aioi T-Bridge (the actual target of the atomic bomb), the Peace Watch and Peace Clock Tower, the Mother and Baby in the Storm, the Korean Monuments, the Burial Mound, and many more.
The tour will conclude at Hypocenter monument, near the lively Hondori Street, a lively area filled with a variety of local restaurants and unique shops. Here, you can finish off your evening by savoring the flavors of the local cuisine and immersing yourself in the bustling night life of Hiroshima.
Explore significant monuments, including the iconic Atomic Bomb Dome, the Peace Cenotaph, and the Children's Peace Monument. We will also visit lesser-known yet vital sites such as the Gates of Peace, the Aioi T-Bridge (the actual target of the atomic bomb), the Peace Watch and Peace Clock Tower, the Mother and Baby in the Storm, the Korean Monuments, the Burial Mound, and many more.
The tour will conclude at Hypocenter monument, near the lively Hondori Street, a lively area filled with a variety of local restaurants and unique shops. Here, you can finish off your evening by savoring the flavors of the local cuisine and immersing yourself in the bustling night life of Hiroshima.
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Hiroshima History and Evening Walk
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Guided tour through the Peace Park
- Meals
Meeting point
Meeting point is at the Gates of Peace, near the Italian Restaurant Mario.
Return details
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Gates of PeaceAt the meeting point, the guide will explain why an atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima and how it shaped the course of world history. The tour will begin at the 10 Gates of Peace, where nine gates represent the gates of hell, while the tenth symbolizes the hell of Hiroshima.
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Arashi no Naka no Boshi StatueThe Mother and Baby in the Storm monument is dedicated to all the mothers who sacrified their lives while trying to save the lives of their children.
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Fountain of PrayerLearn why the symbol of water is deeply connected to the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
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Learn about the extraordinary help that came from abroad to support the victims of Hiroshima.
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Hear the story about the commitment to supporting the people of Hiroshima, years after the bombing
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Peace Watch TowerStop by the Peace Watch Tower and learn about why "8:15AM" is significant to the events of Hiroshima.
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Hiroshima Peace City Monument Cenotaph for the Atomic Bomb VictimsAt the Cenotaph, learn more about the aftermath of the bombing, about the victims and Hiroshima's ongoing dedication to remembrance and peace.
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Peace FlameStop by the Peace Flame, an everlasting symbol of peace and the hope of a nuclear warfare-free world.
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Children's Peace MonumentAt this stop, you will hear the touching story of Sadako Saski and learn about how the paper crane became one of Japan's most famous peace symbols.
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This memorial is dedicated to the Korean atomic bomb victims. Learn about its history and symbolical meaning.
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Atomic Bomb Memorial MoundLearn about how Hiroshima dealt with the immense amount of human losses.
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Peace BellAt this stop you will learn about the symbolic meaning of the bell sound and how the design of the monument conveys a message of peace.
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Aioi BridgeLearn about why this bridge played a central role in the events of August 6, 1945, and why its shape was significant.
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Atomic Bomb DomeLearn more about the historical backround of the Atomic Bomb Dome, what it was before the bombing, and how it became one of the most recognizable landmarks of Hiroshima.
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Hypocenter monumentFinish the tour at the Hypocenter monument, the exact location where the atomic bomb exploded over Hiroshima.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Hiroshima History and Evening Walk
$32.25
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!