The place where the world changed, on August 6, 1945. The Genbaku Dome — the only building left standing beneath the bomb — is still there, intact in its ruin, like a silent cry. Between the Cenotaph, the children's monument with its origami cranes and the museum, Hiroshima conveys not hatred but a message of peace. Set aside time: it stays with you.
💡 Getting there: Hiroden tram lines 2/6 from Hiroshima Station, Genbaku-dōmu-mae stop (~15 min, ¥190). 🕐 Park 24/7. Museum: 8:30–18:00 (until 19:00 in Aug, until 17:00 Dec–Feb). 💴 Park free. Museum: ¥200. 🕊️ Must-sees: the Genbaku Dome (the only surviving building, UNESCO Heritage), the Children's Monument (Sadako's origami), the Cenotaph, the Memorial Museum. Reflective — set aside at least 3 h.