Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum
Museum Museum documenting the 1945 atomic bombing and aftermath
In Nagasaki, the Atomic Bomb Museum documents the 1945 bombing with artifacts, survivor testimonies and exhibits on its human and urban impact; visitors come for history and peace education.
The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is a civic museum in Nagasaki that documents the atomic bombing of the city on August 9, 1945. It serves as an educational and memorial institution focused on the bombing’s human and physical effects.
Exhibition galleries present artifacts recovered from the blast, large-format photographs, personal items belonging to victims, and testimony from survivors. The museum also includes scientific displays that explain blast dynamics, thermal and radiation effects, and post‑bombing medical and reconstruction issues.
The museum was created to preserve evidence of the August 9, 1945 bombing and to promote peace education; it collects, preserves and displays material evidence and survivor accounts. Over time the institution has expanded its educational programs and exhibits to include scientific explanation of atomic weapons and international peace themes.
The museum stands near the Urakami district in central Nagasaki, immediately next to Nagasaki Peace Park and close to the city’s marked hypocenter for the 1945 bombing.
- Location: Sits immediately adjacent to Nagasaki Peace Park and the marked hypocenter of the August 9, 1945 bombing, making combined visits convenient.
- Collections: Exhibits include artifacts, photographs, survivor testimonies and scientific displays explaining the effects of the atomic blast and radiation.
How to Get to Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum #
The museum is within Nagasaki city and accessible by tram and bus; it sits near the Peace Park. From Nagasaki Station take local tram lines toward the park area and follow pedestrian signage to the museum.
Tips for Visiting Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum #
- Plan for at least 1-2 hours to see the main museum halls and aircraft exhibits.
- Allow extra time for the Peace Memorial Park and the Peace Statue nearby to understand broader historical context.
- Photography inside may be restricted in some exhibit areas; follow museum signage.
Best Time to Visit Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum #
Spring and autumn are comfortable for visiting both indoor and outdoor parts of the museum and memorial park; weekends can be busy.
Weather & Climate near Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum #
Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1995 mm/year), wettest in June.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (171 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (186 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (357 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (331 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (212 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 21°C. Heavy rain (213 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
