Hiroshima Peace Park Private Tour: A Journey of Reflection

Explore Hiroshima Peace Park on a private tour that emphasizes the city's transformation and its advocacy for global peace. Engage in meaningful discussions as you visit significant sites like the Peace Bell and the Children's Peace Monument, encouraging a personal commitment to the message of peace. This tour is an opportunity to reflect on historical lessons while honoring the past and shaping a hopeful future for the world. - Private tour focused on Hiroshima's history and peace advocacy - Engage in discussions and reflections at key monuments - Visit the iconic Peace Bell and Children’s Peace Monument - Ideal for history lovers and compassionate travelers seeking enlightenment

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   Gates of Peace

   10 min

   Ten glass gates (2.6 meters wide, 1.6 meters long and 9 meters high) stretch 75 meters east to west in parallel with the columns of the main building of the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum on the north side of Peace Boulevard. The word "Peace,translated in 18 alphabets and 49 languages

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   Stop 2

   5 min

   eptember 8, 1979 Dr. Marcel Junod (1904-1961) Swiss medical doctor. On August 9, 1945, the doctor came to Japan as the Chief Representative of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Japan. His initial purpose was to investigate the movements of Allied prisoners of war

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   Stop 3

   5 min

   Beautiful transplanted trees from 1300m away which survived the A-bombing of Hiroshima on August 6th 1945.

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   Stop 4

   10 min

   The A-bomb Remains Exhibition Hall exposes the ruins of houses and roads paved with asphalt that bear traces of damage caused by the atomic bomb so that visitors can directly see and feel the reality of the atomic bombing.

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   Hiroshima Peace City Monument Cenotaph for the Atomic Bomb Victims

   10 min

   This memorial features a distinctive arch design by Kenzo Tange, framing the Atomic Bomb Dome and the Flame of Peace, and houses a registry of all known victims. It highlight the inscription, "Let all the souls here rest in peace; for we shall not repeat the evil," as a powerful message for global peace. The well-maintained and serene environment, making it a crucial place for reflection.

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   Stop 6

   10 min

   This cultural landmark is a moving and powerful symbol of peace. They highlight the Flame of Peace's simplicity and symbolism, and its connection to the Cenotaph and A-Bomb Dome. The serene and reflective atmosphere, and the enduring message of hope and remembrance.

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   Children's Peace Monument

   10 min

   The Children's Peace Monument is a monument for peace to commemorate Sadako Sasaki and the thousands of child victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.

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   Stop 8

   10 min

   The Korean Atomic Bomb Victims Cenotaph is a memorial dedicated to the tens of thousands of Koreans who were killed or affected by the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. It is estimated that approximately 10% to 15% of the total victims.

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   Hiroshima National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims

   15 min

   This memorial offers a deeply moving and reflective experience, with a quiet underground space dedicated to victims and a powerful film showing survivor testimonies. It highlight the digital archive for searching victims' names and memoirs. The facility is often less crowded than the nearby museum, allowing for a more peaceful visit

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    Atomic Bomb Dome

    15 min

    The Hiroshima Peace Memorial, originally the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, and now commonly called the Genbaku Dome, Atomic Bomb Dome or A-Bomb Dome, is part of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima, Japan, and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.

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    Rest House of Hiroshima Peace Park

    10 min

    he rest house is located at the end of Motoyasu Bridge, which connects the World Heritage Site of the Atomic Bomb Dome (Naka Ward, Hiroshima City) and Peace Memorial Park. The rest house is an A-bombed building based on the at the time retro-modern Taishoya Kimono Shop built in 1929. The building was renovated and reopened in July 2020 as a tourist information center and rest area for the city of Hiroshima. The A-bombed building, restored to its original form, will serve as a starting point for connecting visitors to the Peace Memorial Park with various attractions such as history, regional development, and tourism. It serves as a place to pass on memories of peace culture to visitors, and it is a center of exchange to learn about and experience the charms of Hiroshima expanding the wings of our imagination

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    Hypocenter monument

    10 min

    Carried to Hiroshima from Tinian Island by the Enola Gay, a U.S. Army B-29 bomber, the first atomic bomb used in the history of humankind, exploded approximately 580 meters above this spot. The city below was hit by heat rays of approximately 3,000 to 4,000°C, along with a blast wind and radiation. Most people in the area lost their lives instantly. The time was 8:15 a.m., August 6, 1945

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    Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

    1 hour

    Popular museum documenting the WWII atomic-bomb blast in Hiroshima via exhibits, artifacts & talks.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.