Atomic Bomb Memorial Burial Mound
4.7
(133)The Atomic Bomb Memorial Burial Mound in Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park is a deeply moving and sobering memorial to the victims of the atomic bombing. This grassy mound holds the ashes of roughly 70,000 unidentified victims, including men, women, and children. A somber stone plaque marks this final resting place, reminding visitors of the profound human cost of war.
Address
1-1 Nakajimachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, Japan
Opening Hours
OPEN 24 HOURS (Thu)
Worth it?
Worth it if you want a deeply reflective and sobering experience
Skip if you are looking for a lighthearted or purely informational visit
Location
1-1 Nakajimachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, Japan
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Highlights
Reading the nearby sign is crucial to understanding the full significance of the mound and the tens of thousands of victims' ashes it contains.
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Who it's for
Anyone seeking a profound and emotional historical experience, particularly those interested in understanding the human impact of war.
Know before you go
The memorial is open 24 hours a day, every day of the week.
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Reviews
4.7
Exceptional
5 ReviewsVisitors find this memorial to be a deeply moving and sobering place that honors the victims of the atomic bombing. Many highlight the simple yet profound nature of the mound, which contains the ashes of tens of thousands, and emphasize the importance of reading the nearby sign for full understanding.
