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Place to VisitNakajimachō, Hiroshima
Prayer Fountain
Location
Peace Memorial Park - Hiroshima, 1 Nakajimachō, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0811, JapanNakajimachō, Hiroshima
About
Located at the northern approach to the Peace Memorial Museum, this large fountain serves as a moving monument dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb who died crying out for water. Its powerful, rising jets of water symbolize a comforting offering to those departed souls. It provides a peaceful, reflective space to pause and contemplate the park's deeper historical significance.
Insider Tip
Visit at night when the fountain is beautifully illuminated, offering a highly contemplative and serene atmosphere away from the crowds.
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