Peace Memorial Ceremony

広島平和記念式典 Heiwa Kinen Shikiten

Held each year on the anniversary of the atomic bombing, with many hibakusha in attendance. Ceremonies are held in the morning (8:15AM, the time the bomb was dropped). The air raid sirens sound, followed by a minute of silence, and then appeals for peace by the mayor of Hiroshima. There's also a ceremony in the evening (20:00), when a thousand colorful lanterns are floated down the river.

Address: Peace Memorial Park
Hours: 6 August
Price: Free
Website: city.hiroshima.lg.jp (opens in a new tab)

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