Peace Memorial Museum & Shukkeien Gardens
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Port
Hiroshima, Japan
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Activity Level
Strenuous Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$200
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, where you'll see brightly-colored paper cranes everywhere. Origami or paper-folding is a traditional Japanese craft and has become a symbol of peace. The Children's Peace Monument was built with funds donated by people all over Japan, and it is estimated that approximately 10 million cranes are brought to the Children's Peace Monument each year in the name of world peace.
Tour the Peace Memorial Museum. See exhibits, videos and items that survived the bomb. Learn about the scope of destruction and extent of the bombing zone. See haunting images of shadows etched into buildings and sidewalks.
You'll also view the Atomic Bomb Dome. The old Industry Promotion Hall was one of the few buildings near Ground Zero to survive the blast. Its dome was vaporized and now symbolizes the perils of nuclear warfare.
Continue to the Shukkeien Gardens, whose name translates into English as "shrink scenery." Modeled after a landscape in Shukkeien, China, the gardens were built in 1620 by a feudal lord. They are a stunning miniature landscape of forests, valleys and mountains. Stroll through the gardens along pathways and over bridges, winding your way to a pond with an oasis of teahouses and waterfalls.
From here, you'll head back to the pier. Relax as you reflect on a full day of events on the ride back to the ship.
Please note:
Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for those with mobility limitations. Wear comfortable walking shoes. The Museum exhibits sensitive material, including some very graphic images and displays; photography is not permitted. Expect crowding at the museum. Tour requires approximately 30 minutes of walking at the Peace Memorial Park. Tour sequence may vary. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Terrain includes steps and uneven surfaces. Bring local currency, as some vendors do not accept credit cards or US dollars.