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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Historical Walking tour
Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
$32.35
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Overview
Join a thoughtfully designed small group walking tour through Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and gain deeper insight into one of the most significant events in history. Led by local guides from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, this experience combines historical perspective, meaningful storytelling, and personal exchange in an approachable small group setting. With opportunities to engage in discussion throughout the tour, you will explore Hiroshima’s history beyond dates and monuments, connecting with the human stories and lasting legacy behind them.
Discover what Hiroshima was like before the atomic bombing, why it was selected as a target during the final stages of World War II, and how the city transformed from devastation into an international symbol of peace. Throughout the experience, your guide will connect historical events with survivor testimonies, local perspectives, and the lasting impact the bombing continues to have on Hiroshima and its people today.
Discover what Hiroshima was like before the atomic bombing, why it was selected as a target during the final stages of World War II, and how the city transformed from devastation into an international symbol of peace. Throughout the experience, your guide will connect historical events with survivor testimonies, local perspectives, and the lasting impact the bombing continues to have on Hiroshima and its people today.
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History of Hiroshima Group Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
- Guided Tour
Meeting point
The Guide will meet you at the "Gates of Peace" in front of the Italian restaurant "Mario"
Return details
- The Gates of Peace were installed in 2005 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. They were created by French artist Clara Halter and architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte as part of the international “Wall for Peace Project,” which aims to erect monuments inscribed with the word “peace” in cities around the world. The Hiroshima installation is a central element of this project, embodying a message of reconciliation and hope for humanity. (pass by)
- The “Mother and Baby in the Storm” statue is a tribute to all mothers who protected their children during and after the atomic bombing, and to the countless families torn apart by the tragedy. It stands as a silent message of peace and a vow to eliminate nuclear weapons, embodying the determination and hope of Hiroshima’s citizens. (pass by)
- The Prayer for Peace Fountain was constructed in November 1964 and donated to Hiroshima City by Hiroshima Bank. The fountain was built in dedication to the souls of atomic bombing victims who died crying, “Water, please, water,” and as a wish to console their spirits. (pass by)
- The Cenotaph is an arched monument sheltering the names of all known victims, inscribed with “Let all the souls here rest in peace, for we shall not repeat the evil.” (pass by)
- Explanation of the design and monuments in the Park. (pass by)
- The eternal flame will remain lit until all nuclear weapons are abolished, symbolizing hope for a peaceful future. (pass by)
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Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb VictimsA tranquil space for reflection, dedicated to those who lost their lives, with thousands of memoirs and testimonies preserved.
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Rest House of Hiroshima Peace ParkThe basement of this building sheltered a sole survivor during the bombing, symbolizing resilience and the randomness of survival.
- Inspired by Sadako Sasaki, who folded paper cranes while battling leukemia from radiation exposure. The monument is adorned with cranes sent from around the world. (pass by)
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Peace BellVisitors ring the bell as a gesture of hope and a call for global peace.
- Chimes daily at 8:15 AM, the time of the bombing, reminding all of the importance of peace and remembrance. (pass by)
- The T-shaped bridge was the intended target of the atomic bomb, marking a significant point in Hiroshima’s history. (pass by)
- The preserved remains of the former Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, closest to the hypocenter, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (pass by)
- The exact location beneath which the atomic bomb detonated marked the ground zero of devastation. (pass by)
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Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Historical Walking tour
Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan
$32.35
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!