Nagasaki Peace Park

Historic Site

Last updated September 07, 2026 Reviewed by the Japan Voyage editorial team

Part of Nagasaki

Prefecture

Nagasaki

Type

Historic Site

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About This Destination

A solemn peace memorial featuring the Peace Statue and the Atomic Bomb Museum documenting Nagasaki's history.

Nagasaki Peace Park commemorates the atomic bombing of Nagasaki on August 9, 1945. The park features the 10-meter Peace Statue by sculptor Kitamura Seibo, the Fountain of Peace, and the Peace Memorial Hall. The adjacent Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum provides a detailed and moving account of the bombing and its aftermath through photographs, artifacts, and personal testimonies. The museum's permanent exhibition follows a chronological path from pre-war Nagasaki through the bombing to the present-day peace movement. The park and museum are accessible by streetcar from JR Nagasaki Station, alighting at the Atomic Bomb Museum stop. The park itself is free, while the museum charges a modest admission fee.

Location

Prefecture: Nagasaki

Address: Nagasaki, Japan

Nearest Station: Atomic Bomb Museum Station

Best time to visit: Year-round; the atomic bomb memorial is solemn in any season, with ceremonies held on August 9

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Visitor Information

Credit Cards: Accepted

Food Options: Small cafe in the museum. Nearby restaurants serve Nagasaki champon noodles, castella cake, and Turkish rice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Nagasaki Peace Park?

Take the Nagasaki tram to the Matsuyama-machi stop; the park is a short walk from there.

What can I see at the Peace Park?

You can see the 10 m bronze Peace Statue and the Fountain of Peace, and nearby the hypocenter cenotaph marking ground zero and the Atomic Bomb Museum.