Atomic Bomb Dome

The Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome is one of the most powerful and symbolic historical sites in Japan. It stands in the center of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and serves as a reminder of the devastation caused by the atomic bomb during World War II. Originally built in 1915 as the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall, the building was designed by Czech architect Jan Letzel. On August 6, 1945, during World War II, the United States dropped the atomic bomb called Little Boy atomic bombing on Hiroshima. • The explosion occurred almost directly above this building. • While most structures were destroyed, parts of this building remained standing. • It became a symbol of survival and peace. The ruins have been preserved exactly as they were after the bombing. • In 1996, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. • It represents a global call for the abolition of nuclear weapons. You can walk around the dome along the river.

Hypocenter monument

The Hiroshima Hypocenter Monument marks the exact spot where the atomic bomb exploded above the city on August 6, 1945. The “hypocenter” is the point directly below the explosion in the air. The bomb detonated about 600 meters above ground, and this monument shows the location right beneath that blast. This point experienced the maximum destruction and heat from the bomb. • Almost everything in the immediate area was destroyed instantly. • The monument reminds visitors of the human impact at ground zero. Unlike the Peace Park, this spot is very simple and quiet. • Many visitors feel it’s one of the most powerful places in Hiroshima because it shows the exact center of the tragedy. • People often leave flowers or pause for reflection.