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.
Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum at a Glance#
Address: 1-2 Hijiyamachi, Nagasaki, Nagasaki Prefecture 852-8116, Japan
Website: https://www.city.nagasaki.lg.jp/peace/
Hours: Daily 8:30am-5:30pm (check seasonal variations)
Admission: Adults ~¥200, students and concessions may have reduced rates
About Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 69 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 11° | 5° | 87 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 10° | 126 mm | overcast | 77% | 3.6 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 171 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.9h |
| May | Very Good | 15° - 24° | 19° | 186 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.7h |
| June | Good | 19° - 26° | 23° | 357 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.1h |
| July | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 331 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 3.2 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.9h |
| August | Good | 24° - 31° | 32° | 212 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 13.2h |
| September | Very Good | 21° - 28° | 24° | 213 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.1 m/s | 1.5 high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 97 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.2 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.2h |
| November | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 84 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.4h |
| December | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 62 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
