Hiroshima Walking Tour Why A Bomb was dropped to Hiroshima
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Join us on a profound journey through Hiroshima to understand why the atomic bomb was dropped on this city. Our thematic tour covers three key sites: Gokoku Shrine, Hiroshima Castle, and the Peace Memorial Park. Each location provides unique insights into Hiroshima's military significance during World War II, the strategic reasons behind its selection as a target, and the devastating human and cultural consequences of the bombing.
Explore the historical and military context at Gokoku Shrine and Hiroshima Castle, and then reflect on the tragic aftermath and the enduring call for peace at the Peace Memorial Park. This tour offers a comprehensive look into the events leading up to the bombing, fostering a deep appreciation for peace and reconciliation. Join us to explore the profound impacts and the ongoing legacy of one of the most pivotal events of the 20th century.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Hiroshima Walking Tour Why A Bomb was dropped to Hiroshima
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Reviews
106 reviews
Emmy was great! Informative!
Thomas K,
Feb 28, 2025
5.00Emmy was very sweet and had great rapport with everyone. The tour was very informative. She provided history lessons on survivors, people who didn't make it, traditions of Shinto culture, and even cuisine (okonomiyaki) inspired by survivors.
Highly recommend
Kelvin K,
Feb 27, 2025
5.00This is an excellent tour, you get some very interesting background on the history of Japan at the time and the impact on the Japanese society, along with how they feel about what happened.
Great informative tour
Juan A,
Feb 20, 2025
5.00I travelled to Miyajima Island and Hiroshima from Tokyo. As my time in Hiroshima was only one day, I decided to do a walking tour of the city. The tour was great, we visited the major sites in town, even a lovely local bakery where we purchased delicious snacks! Emy our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming. Emy took the time to answer every questions. She shared valuable local information such as where to have delicious okonomiyaki in a very professional yet friendly manner. I loved our 2.5 hrs walking tour and when I visit Hiroshima again I will definitely use Emy as my tour guide. The tour delivered everything I expected from it. I left the city with good knowledge of why and what happened there. Thanks for a great experience Emy!
Tour was great, was very...
YeohZong C,
Feb 20, 2025
5.00Tour was great, was very informative and good to get it from the japanese perspective . Went to the mueseum afterrwards and was very confronting worth visiting as well.
Informative and fun tour...
Gniewomir L,
Feb 1, 2025
5.00Informative and fun tour with our guide Fuka. Learned a lot, not only about Hiroshima but also about Japan in general.
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