Hiroshima, Japan Trip

During a 9 month consulting assignment in Japan, I was fortunate enough to visit Hiroshima. I think every U.S. citizen should visit Hiroshima. It is a sobering experience. In other places in Japan, I found people to be friendly, and always courteous. In Hiroshima, I found people to be more distant. One young man was hostile. I think he did not know I understood his words.

The Exposition Hall in Hiroshima.
The Exposition Hall in Hiroshima, second view.
The Exposition Hall in Hiroshima, third view.
The Peace Bell Memorial. It is customary for visitors to toll the bell for peace.
Another Hiroshima Memorial.
Surviving Eucalyptus Tree near Hiroshima Castle.
Surviving Willow Tree about 1 mile from ground zero.
On the ferry to Miyajima Island, with the landmark Red Torii in the background.
Atop Mt. Misen, highest point of Miyajima Island.