A Hiroshima city cultural property where walls with atomic bomb scars and records of atomic bomb investigations are preserved, and where you can learn about the weather through hands-on exhibits.
The main building of the Meteorological Museum is a preserved and renovated former office building of the Hiroshima Regional Meteorological Observatory, built in 1934. It is a valuable building that retains the characteristics of reinforced concrete architecture from the early Showa period, and is designated as an Important Tangible Cultural Property by Hiroshima City. Inside, walls with glass fragments broken by the blast are preserved, and materials such as records of atomic bomb investigations by the observatory staff at the time are also on display. You can also visit the north exterior wall facing the hypocenter. In the video corner, a video of the novel "Blank Weather Map" (written by Kunio Yanagita), which describes the state of the meteorological observatory at the time of the bombing, is also screened. Currently, as a meteorological museum, you can learn about the weather while having fun through experience exhibits such as the "Gust Capsule" where you can experience the strength of the wind, and the "Typhoon Box" where you can experience the feeling of being inside a cloud. In addition, science shows and science workshops are held mainly on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, allowing children and adults alike to enjoy science. (Please check the website for detailed schedules.)
INFORMATION
- business hours
- 9:00-17:00 (admission until 16:30)
- Holidays
- Every Monday (open if it falls on a national holiday), the day after a national holiday (open if it falls on a Saturday, Sunday or national holiday), etc. December 29th to January 3rd *May be temporarily closed
- price
- Individuals/Adults 100 yen, Seniors (65 years and older)/High school students 50 yen, Junior high school students and younger free Groups (30 or more)/Adults 80 yen, Seniors (65 years and older)/High school students 40 yen *Senior fees are based on official certificates Age verification required. *If you are making a reservation for a group, we can provide explanations about the atomic bombing-related exhibits and science shows for the group (reservations required by phone), but please note that we may not be able to accommodate your request depending on the application status. Due to measures against the new coronavirus, we may not be able to accept group applications. For more information, please check our website or contact us by phone.
- address
- 〒730-08351-40-1 Eba Minami, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture
- Phone Number
- 082-231-0177
- Website
- Number of parking spaces
- 25
- Parking notes
- About 25 cars using the grounds of Ebasan Park. *The parking lot is shared by users of Ebasan Park. Parking lot reservations cannot be accepted. *Please note that if you use the car navigation system when coming by car, you may be guided to the park's pedestrian lane. *Please use public transportation as it will be very crowded during special exhibitions and events.