Key Facts
• June 28: Hiromi Tsuchida’s special exhibition begins at Nakanoshima Kosetsu Museum, Osaka.
• 1982–present: Tsuchida photographed Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum artifacts for over 40 years.
• 160 items: Exhibition displays personal belongings of atomic bomb victims with descriptive texts.
• September 7: Exhibition runs until this date; closed Mondays (except holidays).
• Admission fees: Adults $16, high school/university students $8, children $4; discounts available.
• Free entry: August offers free admission for university students and younger.
• Artist talks: June 28, July 26, August 30 at 3:30 PM in the exhibition hall.
• July 27: Lecture by Tsuchida and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum Deputy Director Toshihiro Mameya at 2 PM; $5 fee, pre-registration required, 280-person limit.
Summary
Hiromi Tsuchida, an 85-year-old photographer, has documented Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum artifacts for over four decades. His special exhibition, “Hiroshima Collection,” opens June 28 at the Nakanoshima Kosetsu Museum in Osaka. Featuring 160 items, the display includes personal belongings of atomic bomb victims, accompanied by descriptive texts detailing their experiences. Tsuchida encourages visitors to reflect on Hiroshima’s history through these artifacts. The exhibition runs until September 7, with varying admission fees and free entry for students in August. Special events include artist talks on select dates and a lecture on July 27, requiring pre-registration. This exhibition offers a poignant reminder of Hiroshima’s past and its enduring impact.
