The Essence of Time: Hiroshima's Time and Environmental Crisis Museum
Explore Hiroshima's Time and Environmental Crisis Museum, a unique attraction merging history, ecology, and the pressing issues of sustainability.
Nestled in Hiroshima, the Time and Environmental Crisis Museum offers an immersive journey through the challenges of time and environmental issues. This unique attraction showcases informative exhibits that engage visitors in meaningful discussions about sustainability, history, and the intertwined fate of humanity and nature.
A brief summary to 核の時計・環境危機時計
- Ushitahonmachi, 5 Chome−1−2 広島光明学園, Hiroshima, 5 Chome Ushitahonmachi, Higashi Ward, Hiroshima, 732-0066, JP
Local tips
- Check the museum's schedule for special exhibits or workshops during your visit.
- Allocate sufficient time to engage with interactive exhibits for a full experience.
- Visit on weekdays to avoid larger crowds, allowing for a more personal experience.
- Consider joining a guided tour for deeper insights into the exhibits.
- Don't forget to stop by the museum shop for unique souvenirs related to environmental awareness.
Getting There
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Car
If you are traveling by car, start from central Hiroshima and head east on Route 54. Continue for approximately 30 minutes until you reach the Higashi Ward. Look for signs for Ushitahonmachi. Once you arrive in Ushitahonmachi, turn onto 5 Chome and look for the building at 5 Chome−1−2, Hiroshima Kōmyō Gakuen. The 核の時計・環境危機時計 is located on the grounds of this educational institution.
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Public Transportation
For those using public transportation, take a train from Hiroshima Station to Koi Station on the JR Kabe Line (approximately 15 minutes). From Koi Station, transfer to the local bus service (Bus #20) towards Ushitahonmachi. The bus ride will take about 20 minutes. Get off at the Ushitahonmachi bus stop. From there, it’s a short 5-minute walk to 5 Chome−1−2, where you will find the 核の時計・環境危機時計 at Hiroshima Kōmyō Gakuen.
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