Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a park in the Naka Ward of Hiroshima, in the Chugoku Region of Japan. It is also known simply as the Peace Park. The park is dedicated to the legacy of Hiroshima as the first city in the world to suffer a nuclear attack, and it is laid out as a place for remembrance and reflection.
What to see
The park contains numerous monuments and memorials, each offering a different way into the city's history. Visitors come to walk among them at a slow pace and to consider what they commemorate. The grounds are open and green, which gives the visit a calm character even on busy days.
Planning your visit
- Address: 1-2 Nakajimacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, Japan
- Phone: +81-82-504-2390
- Kind of visit: an outdoor park and memorial site, suited to a reflective walk
The area around the park
The park sits in the central part of Hiroshima, so it can be combined easily with other stops in the city. Allow time for a quiet pause here, as the memorials invite a more contemplative pace than a typical sightseeing stop. Check the contact number before you travel if you want up-to-date information for your visit.
