Experience Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park through immersive VR that reconstructs the city before, during, and after the 1945 bombing. This guided 80-minute tour combines survivor testimony, archival imagery, and on-site context to make history immediate and reflective.
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You step off the street into a quiet square framed by plane trees and the low hum of the Motoyasu River, then put on a headset that collapses the present and stretches it back to 1945.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
80 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly standing and short walks.
Wildlife
History
Peace Park marks the hypocenter and preserves the Atomic Bomb Dome; the site was developed after the war to memorialize victims and advocate for nuclear disarmament.
Conservation
The Park and Dome are protected; visitors are asked to stay on paths, avoid flash photography in sensitive areas, and respect memorial rituals to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Hiroshima/Guided Virtual Tour of Peace Park/PEACE PARK TOUR VR today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Expect emotional content
The VR recreations are vivid and can be intense—take advantage of pauses the guide offers and step outside if you need a moment.
Headset fit and hygiene
Bring a clean face mask or hair tie if you prefer an extra barrier; staff will sanitize goggles between uses.
Accessibility and walking
The tour is physically easy with brief walks and basement briefing rooms, but check with the operator if you need wheelchair access or special assistance.
Combo time
Allow at least 90–120 minutes total to pair the VR tour with the Peace Memorial Museum or a riverside walk afterward.
Comfortable shoes
Light walking shoes make moving between indoor briefing areas and the park comfortable.
Light layer or jacket
Spring mornings can be cool along the river; a packable jacket is useful.
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Portable phone charger
Phones are useful for photos and navigation before/after the tour and for digital tickets.
Tissues or handkerchief
The content can be emotional; tissues are practical and respectful in memorial spaces.