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The Flame of Peace in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park is a powerful symbol of the city’s commitment to nuclear abolition.Lit on August 1, 1964, the flame has been burning continuously ever since, with the pledge that it will remain lit until the very last nuclear weapon on Earth is destroyed. The pedestal, designed by Kenzō Tange, represents two hands joined and reaching skyward, offering comfort to the bomb victims who desperately cried out for water. Located on the central axis of the park, the flame is a stark and eternal reminder of the devastation of 1945 and a clear visual declaration of the global desire for permanent world peace.

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum is the primary institution within the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, dedicated to preserving the memory of the atomic bombing of August 6, 1945, and promoting the abolition of nuclear weapons.Designed by Kenzō Tange, the museum vividly conveys the reality of the tragedy. Its core exhibits focus on the personal suffering caused by the bomb, displaying chilling artifacts like scorched clothing and warped belongings of the victims, alongside photographs and models illustrating the devastation from the heat, blast, and radiation. The exhibits emphasize the human stories of the $\text{Hibakusha}$ (survivors), serving as a profound and essential educational tool. The museum’s overarching mission is to inform the world about the horrors of nuclear war and act as a solemn plea for lasting world peace.

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park ($\text{Heiwa Kinen Kōen}$) is one of the most significant memorial sites in the world. It is a large, central green space dedicated to the victims of the 1945 atomic bombing and a powerful symbol of humanity's commitment to world peace and the abolition of nuclear weapons.

The Children's Peace Monument ($\text{Genbaku no Ko no Zō}$) is a memorial in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park dedicated to the thousands of children killed by the atomic bomb, inspired by the true story of one young victim.

You can get to the island quickly and easily with various ferries. If you have a JR Pass, be sure to take the JR ferry; the ride is free.

The island's absolute landmark. Beautiful in the evening sun, as the sun sets in the background. So be sure to stay until sunset.

Unfortunately, the pagoda is currently completely covered in scaffolding and is not visible to visitors.

THE symbol of this island. The torii is located in the water and can be crossed by boat. However, the prices are exorbitant, like everything else you can buy here. Because the island is extremely popular, thousands of visitors flock to it every day. You can also stay overnight on the island, so it becomes quiet after the last ferry has departed.