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. | ![]() |
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