Hiroshima - Wikipedia
WEBHiroshima (広島市, Hiroshima-shi, / ˌhɪroʊˈʃiːmə /, also UK: / hɪˈrɒʃɪmə /,[2] US: / hɪˈroʊʃɪmə /, [çiɾoɕima] ⓘ) is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture in Japan. As of June 1, 2019, the city had an estimated population of 1,199,391.
Hiroshima Travel Guide - What to do in Hiroshima City - japan-guide.com
WEBHiroshima (広島) is the principal city of the Chugoku Region and home to over a million inhabitants. When the first atomic bomb was dropped over Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, the city became known worldwide for this unenviable distinction.
Atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki - Wikipedia
WEBOn 6 and 9 August 1945, the United States detonated two atomic bombs over the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, respectively. The bombings killed between 150,000 and 246,000 people, most of whom were civilians, and remain the only use of nuclear weapons in an armed conflict.
Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki - HISTORY
WEBNov 18, 2009 · On August 6, 1945, during World War II (1939-45), an American B-29 bomber dropped the world’s first deployed atomic bomb over the Japanese city of Hiroshima. The explosion immediately...
Hiroshima | Map, Pictures, Bombing, & Facts | Britannica
WEB3 days ago · Hiroshima, city, capital of Hiroshima prefecture, southwestern Honshu, Japan. It was founded as a castle town in the 16th century and lies at the head of Hiroshima Bay, an embayment of the Inland Sea. On August 6, 1945, Hiroshima became the first city in the world to be struck by an atomic bomb.
Hiroshima Guide: Things to do in Hiroshima - Japan Travel
WEBDiscover the top things to do in Hiroshima, known for its WWII legacy, commemorated in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum and Atomic Bomb Dome. Enjoy local oysters and okonomiyaki or visit the Great Torii Gate of Miyajima.
What to Do and See In and Around Hiroshima: Our Complete Guide
WEBJul 5, 2023 · Hiroshima, a symbol of resistance and rebirth, deserves to be at the top of your bucket list of places to visit in Japan. The City of Peace, which just welcomed the latest G7 Summit, is a must-see destination in Japan's south.
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WEBHiroshima's vibrant capital has a complicated history, great food, and friendly locals. While it is probably most famous for being devastated by a nuclear attack at the close of World War II, the city is not morose or bitter about its past, …
The Official Guide to Hiroshima - Travel and Tour Information
WEBLearn about the history of Hiroshima which is known as the “City of Peace” and about its road to reconstruction while thinking about the people who live here. Kyudo archery and trying to make Hiroshima’s signature dish “okonomiyaki” are great experiences for anyone looking for a change of pace.
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WEBThe city of Hiroshima is a great place for trekking through dense forests and enjoying natural hot springs. Discover quaint towns like Onomichi and Tomonoura or enjoy golden beaches, the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, and the iconic Itsukushima on Miyajima—the floating shrine with a red gate set in the sea. Hiroshima's other World Cultural ...
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