Overview
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a public park spanning the Nakajima and Otemachi areas of Naka-ku, Hiroshima City. Planned and designed by architect Kenzo Tange, the grounds include the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (the A-Bomb Dome) and the Peace Memorial Museum, and are designated a national Place of Scenic Beauty. It is also listed among Japan's 100 best urban and historical parks.
Highlights
- ●Planned and designed by Kenzo Tange
- ●Grounds include the A-Bomb Dome
- ●Home to the Peace Memorial Museum
- ●Designated a national Place of Scenic Beauty
History
The site was once the Nakajima district, one of the busiest commercial quarters of the city from the late Edo period through the Meiji and Taisho eras. The park was laid out in 1954 under the overall design of Kenzo Tange. Within the grounds stand several memorial facilities, including the A-Bomb Dome and the National Peace Memorial Hall.
Access
The park is located in Naka-ku, Hiroshima City. It sits in the city center and can be reached by streetcar and other transit; please confirm the exact route with maps or official sources.
Best season
As an open park, it can be walked year-round. Spring cherry blossoms nearby, early-summer greenery, and autumn foliage each make for a calm visit.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Walk the park along its central axis
- 2Visit the Peace Memorial Museum
- 3View the A-Bomb Dome from outside
- 4Stop by nearby facilities such as the conference center
Did you know?
💡 Before it became a park, the Nakajima district was one of the liveliest commercial areas in the entire city.
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