The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is one of the most significant peace museums in the world, dedicated to preserving the memory of the atomic bombing on August 6, 1945. The museum presents the historical context of the bombing, the devastating human impact, and the city's recovery through deeply moving exhibits.

The museum consists of two main sections:

• East Building, which explains the events leading to the bombing, wartime decisions, and Hiroshima’s reconstruction; and
• Main Building, which houses powerful displays including personal belongings of victims, melted structures, burned clothing, and a clock frozen at 8:15—the exact moment the bomb detonated.

Visitors can also listen to testimonies from survivors (hibakusha), view before-and-after city models, and engage with educational materials promoting global peace. Located within Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, the museum is connected to important memorials such as the Atomic Bomb Dome, the Cenotaph for the A-Bomb Victims, and the Flame of Peace.

With audio guides available in multiple languages and carefully curated exhibitions, the museum offers an essential and emotional learning experience for visitors from all over the world.

• From Hiroshima Station, take the Hiroshima Electric Railway (Hiroden) tram lines 2 or 6 to Genbaku Dome-mae Station, then walk for 10 minutes through Peace Memorial Park. Bus and taxi services also provide direct access to the museum area.

• Allocate at least 1.5–2 hours to explore the full exhibitions.

• Visiting early in the morning helps avoid crowds.

• Audio guides are highly recommended for a deeper understanding.

• Combine your visit with the A-Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Park to appreciate the complete historical context.

• Some exhibits can be emotionally intense; prepare accordingly.

Admission Fee:

• Adults / University Students: 200 yen

• High School Students: 100 yen

Opening Time:

Closing hours vary by season (last entry 30 minutes before closing):

• Mar 1 – Jul 31: 7:30 – 19:00

• Aug 1 – Aug 31: 7:30 – 20:00

• Aug 5–6 (Anniversary): 7:30 – 21:00

• Sep 1 – Nov 30: 7:30 – 19:00

• Dec 1 – Feb 28/29: 7:30 – 18:00