What other travelers are saying about Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum
We visited the Nagasaki A Bomb museum and it was a place similar to Hiroshima. It was sad to see what man's inventions can either kill or to heal. Still there are some countries with nuclear capabilities that are blind to see that they are burning the bridges that they are standing on.
One of the best war museum i ever went! The museum has a great narrative exhibition. It not too overwhelmed with information. Spending about 2 hours here. Its worth to drive from Fukuoka to here. Parking at museum also cheapest among other parking near museum.
Highly recommended for those who loves war museum.
Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum
A moving and powerful experience.
The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum offers a profound journey through history, documenting the events of August 9, 1945, and the devastating impact of the atomic bomb. Exhibits include photographs, survivor testimonies, artifacts, and a model of the destroyed city — all presented with respect and emotional depth. The museum emphasizes peace, remembrance, and the hope for a nuclear-free world. A must-visit for those seeking understanding, reflection, and perspective.
🕒 Open daily | ⏰ Allow 1–2 hours
📍 Close to the Peace Park and Hypocenter
🎧 Audio guides available in multiple
This is such an important preservation of knowledge and information.
It angers me beyond words of how people of today's era still believe that war brings peace! How many ppl have to die to save others? Why must so many innocent lives become play piece of the few in power?
Take the tram from Nagasaki Station , cheaper than the buses and quicker too.
Tickets at 200 ¥ per adult
A deeply moving and honest museum that makes one thing unmistakably clear: the use of nuclear weapons must be prevented at all costs. What stood out was the openness—nothing was sugar-coated or justified. The devastation caused by the bomb was shown alongside Japan’s own wartime actions. It’s a sincere, confronting, and necessary place. The message is clear: this must never happen again.
The current museum facility was opened in April 1996, replacing an earlier structure that had been established in the late 1950s.
Visitors can view a wide range of exhibits, including photographs, artifacts recovered from the aftermath of the bombing, personal belongings of the victims, and interactive displays that tell the story of the bombing and its impact on the city and its inhabitants.
Yes, guided tours are available, and they offer deeper insights into the exhibits and the history behind them. It's recommended that you check in advance for tour languages and availability.
Photography rules may vary for different exhibits within the museum. Non-lash photography is generally allowed for personal use, but restrictions may apply to certain items or areas. Always check the museum's photography policy upon arrival.
The museum is open year-round, but visiting on August 9th, the anniversary of the bombing, can be a particularly poignant experience. However, it's also a day when the museum and the surrounding Peace Park are very crowded. Spring and autumn offer pleasant weather and are generally less crowded times to visit.
