The museum itself has a beautiful facade and architecture. The design itself makes very good use of natural light. But hidden in it are horrific stories of the aftermath of the atomic bomb. The horrors of war do ring as true today as it does in the past. Wouldn’t post too much of the exhibition but hope anyone who has the time and is in the area will spend an hour or 2 in the exhibition. Fun fact, didn’t know Nagasaki had such a rich Christian history!

It is very hard to imagine how a city like Nagasaki could have survived into a thriving city of today. A great testament to the people of this nation. This museum will tell you everything that happened on that sad day. You will view items that are on display that tells its own unique story. It’s very important to visit here as it’s a message of peace and never again.

The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is a somber and poignant institution located in Nagasaki, Japan, dedicated to commemorating the tragic event of August 9, 1945, when the city became the target of the second atomic bombing. The museum offers an in-depth exploration of the events leading up to the bombing, the devastating immediate aftermath, and the long-term impact on survivors and the city itself. Through a combination of photographs, artifacts, testimonies, and interactive exhibits, visitors gain insight into the horrors of nuclear warfare and the profound message of peace and nuclear disarmament the museum aims to convey. A visit to this museum is not only an educational experience but also a powerful reminder of the importance of working towards a world free from nuclear threats. Huy

Excellent tribute to those that died and the history of atomic weapons. Always good to see other perspectives. The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is in the city of Nagasaki, Japan. The museum is a remembrance to the atomic bombing of Nagasaki by the United States of America 9 August 1945 at 11:02:35 am. Next to the museum is the Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims, built in 2003, which marks the hypocenter of the event. The bombing marked a new era in war, making Nagasaki a symbolic location for a memorial. The counterpart in Hiroshima is the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum.

Great museum that walks you through the events that unfolded on August 9,1945. The exhibits start before the bomb dropped at 11:02, then proceeds to take you through the damage caused by the bomb followed by testimonials and a history of atomic bomb creation and victims of all nuclear accidents. It only costs ¥200 for adults and takes about two and half hours to go through the whole museum. I highly recommend visiting the museum and the surrounding hypocenter, peace park and statue.

Despite being very sad, this museum was the highlight of my trip to Nagasaki. It was informative and less propaganda-heavy than the museum in Hiroshima. Reading the testimonies was heartbreaking. A must in Nagasaki to understand about the history of the bombing. 200 yen adult ticket, paid parking on site

Truly eye opening and thought provoking .. the imagery is strong and suggestive, if you are too sensitive and death and destruction js a trigger .. then this would really break you emotionally... It gives you some experience of what it was like when the Fat Boy burst 500m above hypocenter... It really makes me feel privileged to be alive today...

This is the place where you could actually learn more about what happened during World War 2. You could buy the ticket by the entrance downstairs. The museum displays the clothes of the soldiers, the facial replica and portraits of the survivors, the detailed structure of the bomb, as well as the replica of Nagasaki after the bombing. They also have some short clips to watch while touring around. So if ever you are planning on visiting Japan, then I suggest going to shrines and museums.

A pretty sombre reminder of the pain and suffering wars can cause. Actual artifacts are displayed. Most wordings displayed are in Japanese, but you can rent a voice player to understand in your own language. There are plenty of displays to view and visualise. The parking area is behind the museum. Good history Lesson for everyone.

The Atomic Bomb Museums at Nagasaki 🇯🇵 I will explain what you can expect to find at each museum and memorial park, prices and opening hours. It’ll also explain the pros and cons of each and hopefully help you decide on which one to visit. The adjacent Peace Park is a site of contemplation with a clear message: this must never happen again! Public Tours Dates and Times Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is open between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. year-round except December 29-31. Admission is 200 yen for adults, 100 yen for schoolchildren. Admission for groups of 15 people or more is 160 yen for adults, 80 yen for schoolchildren; admission is free for children below elementary-school age. How to Get There By streetcar: From JR Nagasaki Station, take the No. 1 or No. 3 streetcar and get off at Hamaguchi-machi.

A must-visit to learn about the history, and to remember. Very well-arranged exhibits. Although it’s my second visit, I still got a chill. Ticket price is very low comparing to all the effort. You can buy ticket at the machine at the entrance on B1. Almost all area are barrier-free. Plenty parking only 100yen per 30mins. Access by train is also very easy too.

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I went there some time in 08 or 09 I cant remember. You could not take pictures inside . I was very shocked at the horrors of the atomic bomb but that's war. This place was so beautifully saddening but well presented.

If you are in this area, make great effort to visit this museum. It is sombering to see the aftermath and devastation behind the wake of the atomic bomb. The facility is both family friendly, as well as for the disabled. You will find wheel chair accessible areas. Entry fee is 200 yen per adult. There is a cafe that serves food and beverages.

I fully agree. Despite Nagasaki is less beautiful than Hiroshima, the museum has a great sense because of less people (very few indeed). Thus you can really feel all the feeling, the sadness and the importance of that place. I strongly suggest to visit it to understand what happened there trying to understand how this has completely change the world.

Every human being needs to visit this Museum to understand the terror of war. No country should suffer like this. The museum is also brilliantly curated. It started with a broken clock that stopped at the exact moment of the explosion of the A-bomb on 9/8/1945 . It’s heavy and sad but also poetic.

Informative and educational. Really worth a visit. Building is also very new. I really liked that they offer a free paper crane to all at the end of the exhibits.

The Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is an incredibly powerful and moving museum that provides a haunting and emotional account of the devastating impact of the atomic bomb that was dropped on Nagasaki on August 9th, 1945. Located just a short distance from the hypocenter of the explosion, the museum is an important reminder of the horror of nuclear warfare and the need to work towards peace. The exhibits in the museum are extremely well-curated and provide a detailed and emotional account of the events leading up to the bombing, the immediate aftermath of the attack, and the long-term impact on the people of Nagasaki. The artifacts on display, such as photographs, personal belongings, and fragments of the bomb itself, are incredibly powerful and provide a visceral reminder of the human cost of war. One of the most impressive aspects of the museum is the way in which it balances a sense of horror and tragedy with a message of hope and peace. Throughout the exhibits, there is a strong emphasis on the need to work towards a world free from nuclear weapons and to promote peace and understanding between nations. Overall, the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum is a deeply moving and thought-provoking museum that should be on the itinerary of anyone visiting Nagasaki. It is a reminder of the horrors of war and the importance of working towards a more peaceful future. I highly recommend a visit to this powerful and important museum.

Very sad to watch! Extremely shocking images and quite well presented. When you enter it take you back i. A spiral downstairs and back in time. Everything is explained in English also. It is not a modern museum and the shop is quite old. It is sad to see and feel that it is not a super popular museum. They could have sell way more interesting things in the museum shop to both help the museum and to keep the memories alive. The last part of the museum has the message of hope and awareness. Definitely go to the park by the museum which has the exact location where the bomb exploded. It is so sad thinking of all those innocent lives and suffering that they went through. In comparison to Hiroshima this museum is much older and smaller though.

Great museum and memorial for the many lives that were lost during the bombing. Great displays and a quiet reverence is felt throughout.

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You must visit to learn about the history of the atomic bomb dropped here in august 9, 1945. It is important to remember our history so that we don’t repeat our actions. The museum has English, Chinese, Korean and Japanese as well as audio guides for a very low price. I would highly recommend you check it out and learn more about the events that happened here

A must-visit and probably most people's top reasons behind visiting Nagasaki. Really affordable entry ticket and it's worth topping up a bit for the audio guide. Can get slightly depressing when reading more about the events of the day and the after effects of the atomic bomb.

It is a smaller memorial museum than Hiroshima, but the message is still crystal clear, that war brings only pain and sadness, and the danger posed by the existence of nuclear weapons is not fiction but a reality that could blow up in our faces at any given time.

I don't know where to begin. I went to Nagasaki to see the peace park, but ended up here at the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum. Even before I reached the building, I teared up as soon as I saw one poem and a big batch of zenbatsuru up at the observatory, like the one in the photo I took from the Peace Park. The entry ticket is 200 yen for an adult. The poem near the first exhibition floor, definitely sums up my thoughts better than I can.

Museum that show the history of atomic bomb on Nagasaki. Gained alot of insights on the effects of the bomb and how Japan is pushing for a non nuclear world. It is just 200 yen per adult so it's worth the time to gain some knowledge. As compared to the Hiroshima museum, it lacks the interactive element where it is mainly pictures/video.

A great museum about a terrible tragedy. Definitely worth a visit while in Nagasaki. The only thing lacking is some omitted events leading to the bombing - ignored ultimatums of surrender (even after Hiroshima). As well alternatives could be discussed - conventional invasion would have caused even more casualties. Understanding motivations behind historical events in their entirety could help us to prevent tragedies, so some uncomfortable facts should not be ignored.

Fantastic place with millions of handmade cranes, handmade art for peace, beautiful statues, wonderful videos of survivors from japan and other countries, and a gift store with some cute chains for your phone or bag and books. The staff were very friendly and spoke fluent English, and everything was easy to navigate.

Very moving to see the pictures and the descriptions of the effects of the bomb. Brought home a few things I hadn't realised about the after effects and the way that people continue to die from the effects of the radiation. Once the meaning of the large number of paper cranes had been explained it was obvious why there were so many. They looked very beautiful in the long strings.

At some point in the Atomic Bomb Museum, I had to ask myself: What is the right thing to feel as a Filipino? Our ties to the war and, more importantly, Japan's role in it make it complicated to process. I still don't know the answer. But what is the right thing to feel as a human being? That's a lot easier: deep sadness. It was difficult not to be moved by the tangible remnants from that fated day and the intimate stories of both who passed and survived. It's also inspiring to see the work of the hibakusha (survivors) to campaign against any repeat of this disaster anywhere.

Get the audio guide. Only 100+ yen at the information counter That'll make the experience even more complete. And you don't need to squeeze with others to read the descriptions on the wall

This is an absolute gem of a place to visit. The exhibits are well thought and explained clearly. Without describing spoilers, I want to share that some brought tears to my eyes. A great educational destination.

I believe this is a must-see in Nagasaki. I realize that I appreciated Nagasaki more after seeing and learning their history, specifically after the atomic bombing. Adult ticket price is 200yen. You can ride the tram from Nagasaki station if you are commuting. Fare is 140yen.

Let the visitors understand that after the atomic bomb exploded at that time, it caused a lot of damage. It can only be said that without war, human life can be preserved.

Respectful and factual representation of one of the more horrific and devastating moments in not too distant history. Artifacts, photos, replicas, and placards detail the beets behold and after the bombing. 200 yen admission/donation for adults.

Not nearly as memorable or moving as the atomic bomb museum in Hiroshima (i.e. nothing like Sadako's cranes or Shin's tricycle to be found at the Nagasaki memorial), but in terms of cities, Nagasaki is easily the more aesthetically pleasing of the two and imo, one of the hidden gems of Japan.

A small museum, but worth a visit. Very graphic pictures and memorabilia... very sad. I had to move quickly through certain areas, especially those with accounts from survivors. These museums should be visited by our world leaders... War doesn't have a winner.

One of the historic event place. Can feel the worst ever attach on humans. Unarmed civilian, man women and children were born alive, so called champions of human rights did this. So sad

Hard to feel solemn when there are hundreds of loud school kids running around laughing. This should be a place of remembrance and reflection, not playing tag with friends. Teachers and staff should be able to control them. I also agree with some other reviews; there is no other history other than the explanation of the atomic bombs and their devastation, which I find very one sided. Very informative however and very moving. As an emotional person I wish more tissues were available.

Your emotions will get to you. The photos of destruction, and whole families vanished in an instant. One just cannot comprehend or imagine the devastation. How do folks even start to piece the city immediately after the bomb? The poems at the end can make one cry. This is not your usual museum. Highly recommended.

I had a great visit here to learn more of the historic place. The museum was short and the audio rent was not really worth it. I would recommend just go for the museum without renting the audio guide.

Visited: March 23, 2023 The place is so calm and well organized. You will need a super cheap ticket worth 200 yen that can be bought from the vending machine. The museum can be covered within 1.5~2 hours including the video gallery. We got goosebumps. :( We first visited the hypocenter, peace park and then the museum. (in this order) The access is easy via Nagasaki City Tram so be sure to get the whole day city tram pass worth 600 yen only(it used to be 500 yen before)! We bought ours from the Nagasaki Bus Terminal Office and then went to so many places using the pass. You don't have to put coins or cash every time you ride the tram plus it is money saving too. Just show the pass to the bus driver and you are good to go! :)

One of the best places to visit in Nagasaki. A place where you can think a lot about modern history.