Hiroshima Hypocenter
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member MiMiAuEr
N 34° 23.682 E 132° 27.276
53S E 266002 N 3808858
Quick Description: Hypocenter Monument of first use of atomic weapons. Hiroshima Japan
Location: Hiroshima, Japan
Date Posted: 4/5/2010 3:45:32 AM
Waymark Code: WM8HHA
Published By: Groundspeak Charter Member The Leprechauns
Views: 20

Long Description:
The marker for the Hypocenter of the first use of atomic weapons in warfare. August 6th 1945. This marker is exactly below (180m) where the fireball from "Little Boy" erupted.

Monument is one street over, to the left of the entrance to Hondori Shopping Street. Easily overlooked, unless your looking for it.
Admission Fee: Free

Opening Days/Times:
24/7


Related Website: Not listed

Supplementary Related Website: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
Posting a picture(s) of the location would be nice although not required.
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