Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, Hiroshima

Extremely important and moving museum to document one of the most horrific events in modern history. Very powerful and somber museum that details some of the most horrific and graphic photos, accounts, and facts of the event. There was no censoring and filtering of information. They gathered as much information as possible and put it on display to show the truth. That is very commendable. Being Japanese and American, I have watched several documentaries on the Hiroshima and Nagasaki atomic bombings, but they never fully detailed how horrific the conditions really were. This museum shows the most unfiltered and accurate accounts of the event. I don't think anyone can leave the museum and not be affected by it. It definitely has changed my thinking completely on the events.

It's an experience that will be personal to each person. I loved it but it hits as hard and deep as you can take. Leave at least an hour and a half to walk around. I seriously recommend renting the audio guide at the front desk, but it will make the experience hit even harder.