Some of the comments here seem to reflect a fundamental misunderstanding of the Hiroshima Peace Park. Located at the hypocenter of the atomic explosion, it serves as both a memorial for the victims of the atomic bomb and as a reminder to strive for peace. I don’t say you have to agree with the banner that’s been temporarily placed there, but protesting the ongoing destruction of human lives through war is absolutely in line with the purposes of the park. Even at the cenotaph for the victims is to be found this explanation: The inscription on the front panel offers a prayer for the peaceful repose of the victims and a pledge on behalf of all humanity never to repeat the evil of war. It expresses the spirit of Hiroshima — enduring grief, transcending hatred, pursuing harmony and prosperity for all, and yearning for genuine, lasting world peace. [edit: understanding to "misunderstanding"]
Slight-Loan453 on May 7th, 2025 at 13:54 UTC »
Why is it in English?
sheyndl on May 7th, 2025 at 14:27 UTC »
Some of the comments here seem to reflect a fundamental misunderstanding of the Hiroshima Peace Park. Located at the hypocenter of the atomic explosion, it serves as both a memorial for the victims of the atomic bomb and as a reminder to strive for peace. I don’t say you have to agree with the banner that’s been temporarily placed there, but protesting the ongoing destruction of human lives through war is absolutely in line with the purposes of the park. Even at the cenotaph for the victims is to be found this explanation: The inscription on the front panel offers a prayer for the peaceful repose of the victims and a pledge on behalf of all humanity never to repeat the evil of war. It expresses the spirit of Hiroshima — enduring grief, transcending hatred, pursuing harmony and prosperity for all, and yearning for genuine, lasting world peace. [edit: understanding to "misunderstanding"]
Newaccount4464 on May 7th, 2025 at 14:34 UTC »
Some of the nicest people in the world live in hiroshima, I encourage anyone to go. You might end up staying lol