Key Facts
• August 6, 2025, marks the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing.
• Survivors’ average age surpasses 86 for the first time, reflecting dwindling firsthand witnesses.
• Preparations at Peace Memorial Park include 7,000 tent-covered seats and two water stations.
• A record 120 countries and regions, including the U.S. and Belarus, are expected to attend.
• Children from Kawachi Elementary School in Miyoshi City picked chrysanthemums for the memorial.
• Hiroshima Governor Hidehiko Yuzaki called for immediate global nuclear disarmament.
• Governor Yuzaki emphasized the ongoing risk of nuclear weapons and the need for abolition.
• The event highlights the importance of peace amidst ongoing global conflicts.
Summary
Hiroshima commemorates the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing on August 6, 2025, with prayers for peace and remembrance of victims. The average age of survivors has exceeded 86, underscoring the urgency of preserving their stories. Preparations at Peace Memorial Park include enhanced heat measures, with 7,000 shaded seats and additional water stations. A record 120 countries and regions, including the U.S. and Belarus, are expected to participate. Children from Kawachi Elementary School contributed to the memorial by picking chrysanthemums, continuing a decade-long peace education tradition. Governor Hidehiko Yuzaki reiterated the need for global nuclear disarmament, emphasizing the persistent risks posed by nuclear weapons. The event serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of peace in a world still plagued by conflict.
