Each year, on August 6th, candle-lit lanterns are set afloat on the Motoyasu River next to Hiroshima’s A-Bomb Dome in remembrance of deceased ancestors and as a wish for world peace.
The lanterns are on sale from 6am with the lanterns released by hand in the evening in the vicinity of the A-Bomb Dome and Motoyasu Bridge. Organizers warn that due to big crowds, you may have to wait a little while to set your lantern afloat.
| Dates: |
6th Aug, 2019 |
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| Venue: | Hiroshima Peace Memorial (A-Bomb Dome) |
| Entry: | Free |
| Weather |
Typical weather at this time
High: 32 ℃ Low: 25 ℃
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| Closest station(s): | Genbaku-Dome-Mae Use the Japan Rail Pass to get here. |
| Area: | Hiroshima |
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