Frequently Asked Questions
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Access (1)
How do I get there? How long from Hiroshima Station?
From JR Hiroshima Station take the Hiroshima Electric Railway to Genbaku Dome-mae and walk about 10 minutes; the tram takes about 16 minutes. By bus it is about 20 minutes from Hiroshima Station.
Services (1)
Is there an audio guide?
Audio guides are available at 400 yen per unit, or 350 yen for groups taking 30 or more.
Reservations (1)
Do I need to book?
If you want to enter at a time when crowds are expected (7:30-8:30 and certain evening hours), we recommend choosing an entry time and buying a ticket online in advance. Depending on how busy it is on the day, however, entry at the chosen time cannot always be guaranteed.
Closed days (1)
What about opening over the New Year?
The museum is closed on 30 and 31 December. The information and materials room closes from 29 December to 1 January. There is also a closure of a few days in mid-February for the exhibition changeover.
Experience programs (1)
Can I hear a survivor's testimony?
Talks by survivors of the bombing and screenings of films about the bomb are held. Please see the official website for dates and details.
Nearby spots (1)
Can I visit together with the Atomic Bomb Dome?
The Peace Memorial Park adjoins the Atomic Bomb Dome, so the two can be visited together. Smoking is prohibited throughout the park.
Opening hours (1)
What are the opening hours? Do they change by season?
They do change by season. March to July and September to November: 7:30-19:00. August: 7:30-20:00 (closing at 21:00 on 5 and 6 August). December to February: 7:30-18:00. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
Prices (1)
How much is admission? Does anyone enter free?
Admission to the permanent exhibition is 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for high school students and free for junior high school age and under. Visitors aged 65 and over pay 100 yen on production of proof of age, and holders of a disability certificate enter free. Groups of 30 or more pay 160 yen for adults.
Highlights (1)
How long does a visit take?
Seeing the Main Building and East Building carefully generally takes 1 to 2 hours. Talks by survivors of the bombing and screenings of films about the bomb are also held, which take further time.
House rules (1)
Can I take photographs inside?
Photography for personal record without flash is allowed and needs no application. Tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted. If your camera makes a shutter sound, please be considerate of other visitors. Other photography, such as for commercial purposes, requires an application.
On-site equipment (1)
Can I leave my luggage?
Please do not bring large items of luggage. There are coin lockers on the ground floor of the East Building.
Parking (1)
Is there parking?
There is no public car park inside the Peace Memorial Park. Please use a paid car park nearby. Smoking is prohibited throughout the park.
Other (6)
When is it closed?
30 and 31 December, and during the exhibition changeover in mid-February.
How much is admission?
Permanent exhibition: adults 200 yen, high school students 100 yen, junior high school age and under free. Audio guide 400 yen per unit.
What are the opening hours?
March to July and September to November: 7:30-19:00. August: 7:30-20:00 (closing at 21:00 on 5 and 6 August). December to February: 7:30-18:00. Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
How do I get there?
From JR Hiroshima Station, take the Hiroshima Electric Railway, alight at Genbaku Dome-mae and walk about 10 minutes; or about 20 minutes by bus from Hiroshima Station.
What is the address?
1-2 Nakajimacho, Naka Ward, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Is there parking?
Parking is not available.