Nagasaki Atomic Bomb History, Untold Stories & Hidden Places
- 2 hours
- English
Description
Our tour begins at the Atomic Bomb Hypocenter Park, the point directly beneath where the atomic bomb detonated approximately 500 meters above the city on August 9, 1945. Marked by a simple black stone monument, this site serves as a solemn reminder of the moment that changed Nagasaki forever.
Next, we visit the remains of Urakami Cathedral, once one of the largest Christian churches in East Asia. The preserved ruins stand as a symbol of both devastation and the resilience of the local community.
We then explore the ground-level area beneath the hypocenter, helping visitors understand the scale of destruction caused instantly by the explosion.
Continuing through the area, we encounter various statues and memorials, each sharing messages of remembrance, hope, and international peace. We also visit a preserved air-raid shelter, offering insight into how civilians tried to protect themselves during wartime.
Our journey continues into Peace Park, a place dedicated to remembrance and the promotion of world peace. Here, you will see statues donated by different countries, symbolizing global unity and a shared wish for a nuclear-free world.
At the center of the park, we stop at the Peace Bell, a symbol of remembrance and a call for world peace, which is rung during official ceremonies.
Nearby stands the iconic Peace Statue, with one hand pointing upward to warn of the threat of nuclear weapons and the other extended horizontally to symbolize peace.
Finally, we visit the Fountain of Peace, built in memory of the victims who suffered from severe thirst after the bombing, providing a deeply moving conclusion to the tour.
PLEASE NOTE
The entry fee for one person to the museum is 100 yen.
The ticket for the museum is not included in the free tour.
Guide: Muhammad
Guiding since 2025Nagasaki is more than a place you visit it is a story you experience. What happened at 11:02 a.m. on August 9, 1945, changed Nagasaki forever. But behind the famous monuments, statues, and memorials are powerful human stories that can easily be missed when exploring the city alone.
Hello! My name is Muhammad. I am a PhD scholar living in Nagasaki and a passionate local guide with a deep interest in history, peace, and storytelling. My goal is not simply to show you Nagasaki famous sites but to help you understand the stories behind them. As we explore the Atomic Bomb Hypocentre, Nagasaki Peace Park, and its important memorials, I will explain what happened, why these places matter, and the powerful messages they continue to carry today. For me, guiding is more than walking from one monument to another. It is about bringing history to life through stories of tragedy, resilience, recovery, and hope. I keep my explanations clear and engaging, and I always welcome questions and conversation along the way. Whether you are passionate about history or simply curious to understand Nagasaki on a deeper level, I want you to leave with more than photographs. I want you to leave with a meaningful understanding of the city, its people, and its message of peace.
Nagasaki Atomic Bomb History, Untold Stories & Hidden Places
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