Children's Peace Monument: A Symbol of Hope
A touching memorial in Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, honoring child victims of the atomic bomb and inspiring hope for world peace.
Located in Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park, the Children's Peace Monument is a poignant memorial dedicated to the child victims of the atomic bombing. Inspired by the story of Sadako Sasaki, who sought healing by folding 1,000 paper cranes, the monument embodies the hope for a peaceful future. Visitors from around the world leave origami cranes as offerings, symbolizing a collective wish for a world without nuclear weapons.
A brief summary to Children's Peace Monument
- 1 Nakajimacho, Hiroshima, Nakajimacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, JP
- +8182-242-7831
- Visit website
Local tips
- Bring or fold your own origami cranes to leave at the monument as a symbol of your wish for peace.
- Visit the monument early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid crowds and have a more contemplative experience.
- Take time to explore the other memorials and museums within Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to gain a deeper understanding of the events and their aftermath.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Hiroshima Station, take the Hiroshima Electric Railway (Hiroden) tram lines 2 or 6 towards Miyajima-guchi or Eba, respectively. Get off at Genbaku Dome-mae station. From there, walk approximately 10 minutes into Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to reach the Children's Peace Monument. The tram fare is ¥240 for adults and ¥120 for children. A one-day pass for unlimited tram use is available for ¥700.
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Walking
From the Atomic Bomb Dome, walk south into the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Follow the main path through the park, passing the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum on your right. Continue straight, and you will see the Children's Peace Monument in the central area of the park. The walk is approximately 10 minutes and is free of charge.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Hiroshima. From Hiroshima Station, a taxi ride to the Children's Peace Monument, located within Peace Memorial Park, will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated fare is ¥3120 for a 5km ride. Note that fares may be higher during late evening and early morning hours. Ensure the driver knows you wish to go to the Peace Memorial Park (Heiwa Kinen Koen) and the Children's Peace Monument (Genbaku no Ko no Zo).
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